Learner drivers allowed on motorways after law change
After the law change to learner drivers being able to drive on the motorways, what is your opinion on this? This law came into place today in the United Kingdom.
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Previously only those who had passed their test could do so, but lessons are now allowed in a dual-control car with an approved driving instructor.
The government says the move will help learners gain experience to drive safely.
The law change has been welcomed by the AA and RAC Foundation, among other motoring groups.
Top tips for learners
- Keep calm. The most important thing is to keep calm, and remember your instructor is there to help if you have a problem. Motorways are similar to dual carriageways - which learners have already driven on - so it's the same but a bit faster.
Plan ahead. Sometimes you need to ease off the accelerator to create the gap ahead. You need to build up speed quite quickly when you are joining the motorway.
Don't hesitate. If you hesitate while joining the motorway or changing lanes you can put yourself or other drivers in danger. Once you've begun to move, they are expecting you to go.
Watch speed limits. Lots of people don't realise the speed limit isn't always 70mph. There are many stretches where it is 50mph and this is enforced by average speed cameras so you need to be careful.
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As many as 8% of licence holders avoided motorways for at least six months after passing their test, an AA poll of more than 20,000 motorists suggests.
More than a quarter said they felt scared when they did drive on a motorway for the first time.
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