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Learner driver insurance

Annual learner driver Insurance
12 month cover from as little as 43p per day

Parents and guardians guide
A guide for parents and guardians of learner drivers

Short-term learner driver insurance
28-day cover with 7-day top-up options

RoadHow learner driver app
An app designed to help you become a safer learner driver

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Earn rewards from your Collingwood policy

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When Can You Start Learning To Drive?

Find out the age you can start learning to drive in the UK, rules for provisional licences, private practice, and supervised driving.
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Taxi Driver Insurance

Short-term taxi driver insurance
Short-term taxi insurance provides flexible and convenient cover when you need it, giving you peace of mind for every journey.

Annual taxi driver insurance
Annual taxi insurance gives you reliable cover for a whole year, offering great value for both new and experienced taxi drivers.

Taxi Guides
Our taxi guides offer helpful tips and insights to support taxi drivers at every stage of their journey.

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Understanding Taxi Driver Insurance: Protecting Yourself on the Road

Explore what taxi insurance is, why it is essential, and how to get the right cover to stay safe and compliant on the road.
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Driving Test Booking Changes For 2025 and 2026

Your guide to the latest driving test booking changes, new DVSA rules and measures aimed at cutting waiting times for learner drivers across the UK.

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The Importance of Keeping Your Car Safe and Roadworthy

Learn what makes a car roadworthy and how to keep your car safe. Simple checks and maintenance tips to help you stay safe on the road.

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How To Prevent Accidents On The Road With Safe Driving Habits

Drive safe to help prevent road accidents with these simple tips. Learn how safe driving habits can help protect you and others on the roads.

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Adapting to Driving Lessons When It’s Dark

Learn how to adapt to driving lessons and private practice driving in the dark with practical tips on safety, visibility, and confidence for learner drivers.

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All You Need To Know About L Plates & P Plates

Learn all you need to know about L plates and P plates: requirements, where to display them, penalties, and optional use for new drivers

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How Long Does a Theory Test Take and How Long is the Pass Certificate Valid For?

Find out today everything you need to know about how long the driving theory test takes, how it works, and how long your certificate is valid for.

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What is The Best Month to Take Your Driving Test in the UK?

Wondering when to book your driving test? Our analysis of DVSA data from 2019–2025 shows which months have the highest UK driving test pass rates.

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Optional Extras For Car Insurance

Discover car insurance optional extras and add-ons. Learn which cover options benefit learner drivers and how to tailor insurance to your needs.

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The Most Popular Cars for Learner Drivers

Discover the top 10 most popular cars for learner drivers in the UK, based on Collingwood Insurance data. Find the best car to learn to drive today.

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When Can You Start Learning To Drive?

Find out the age you can start learning to drive in the UK, rules for provisional licences, private practice, and supervised driving.

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Driving Theory Test To Include CPR Questions In 2026

From 2026, CPR and defibrillator knowledge becomes part of the UK driving theory test, equipping learners with essential life-saving skills.

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Traffic Light Sequence Explained

Learn the UK traffic light sequence, what each colour means, and how to follow the traffic light system correctly as a learner driver or new road user.

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