Driver Trainer

10/01/2026

The Department for Transport has published its first Road Safety Strategy in more than a decade, setting out a long-term plan to reduce deaths and serious injuries on Britain’s roads by 65% by 2035, with a 70% reduction target for children under 16. Here's everything you need to know about what's included! - https://mailchi.mp/driving.org/dt-update-11-jan-2026

04/01/2026

Stay organised and professional with our essential admin tools for Driver Trainers, including Terms and Conditions pads, client record sheets, appointment cards and convex blind spot mirrors. Ideal for improving compliance, clarity and lesson safety. Explore the range here https://mailchi.mp/driving.org/dia-shop-4-jan-2026. Not a member yet? Join for £25m PI and PL insurance and comprehensive support. https://www.driving.org/join

28/12/2025

Explore our latest training essentials for Driver Trainers, including Drunk Busters Impairment Goggles, DIA high vis, DVSA theory materials and emergency response pads. Ideal for improving lesson quality and safety, with DIA Members saving 10% across the range. View the collection here https://mailchi.mp/driving.org/dia-shop-28-dec-2025. Not a member yet? Join for £25m PI and PL insurance and full professional support. https://www.driving.org/join

23/12/2025

Drawing on the familiar rhythm of 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘛𝘸𝘦𝘭𝘷𝘦 𝘋𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘊𝘩𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘮𝘢𝘴, 𝗧𝗼𝗺 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗼𝗻 reimagines the season as a practical teaching tool, using its themes to spark discussion: https://www.drivertrainer.org/driving-and-the-twelve-days-of-christmas/

22/12/2025

Preparing for Part 3 or a Standards Check? 🚗💬
Sharpen your communication, questioning and feedback skills with the Communication & Delivery Skills Bundle led by coaching expert Graham Hooper.

✔️ Three live 90 minute online sessions
✔️ Practical guidance with real examples
✔️ Live Q&A to support real lesson delivery

Only £94.50 and save 10%.
👉 Find out more and book:

For PDIs and ADIs preparing for Part 3 or the Standards Check, this focused bundle of three live online sessions is designed to strengthen how you communicate, instruct and support learning. Concentrating on the areas most closely linked to effective delivery and learner development, these sessions....

20/12/2025

DfT appoints new DVSA CEO - https://mailchi.mp/driving.org/dt-update-20-dec-2025

15/12/2025

🚨 A new National Audit Office report on DVSA driving test delays and the booking system is expected shortly. We’ll share the key points as soon as it’s published.

14/12/2025

DVSA Releases Full Consultation Report on Test Booking Reforms - Read the full report and how DIA's recent survey shows a sharply contrasting industry view, raising concerns about the impact on pupils, businesses and the wider test system: https://tinyurl.com/2yjdem9b

13/12/2025

Upgrade your kit with DIA essentials designed for Driver Trainers. From our navy fleece to the umbrella, hi vis vest and ice scraper, stay professional and prepared every day. DIA Members save 10 percent across the range. View the range here https://mailchi.mp/driving.org/dia-shop-22-nov-4795017. Not a member yet? Join for £25m PI and PL insurance and unrivalled support. https://www.driving.org/join

09/12/2025

Protect your business, your customers, and your reputation - https://mailchi.mp/driving.org/business-skills-staying-compliant

30/11/2025

DVSA has issued further clarification on the new test measures, but key gaps highlighted by NASP remain unresolved, including missing consultation detail and delayed FAQs. We have full coverage of the update, the newly published NASP FAQs, plus essential Black Friday discounts for trainers, expert features, and the latest industry news. Stay informed and make the most of the offers available this weekend. - https://mailchi.mp/driving.org/dt-update-30-nov-2025

27/11/2025

The 2025 UK Budget brings important changes for self employed driver and rider trainers. Fuel duty stays frozen until September 2026, a new EV pay per mile tax begins in 2028, and Making Tax Digital starts from 2026. Read the full breakdown here: https://bit.ly/49JlWtY