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26th April 2012 - Theory Test Update

Latest figures suggest the pass rate for the Theory Test has reduced by 9%; that means 9 more people in every 100 are failing.

We have added a Theory Practice site to our services and you can try it out at

http://hdt.theorytestpro.co.uk

23rd October 2011 - Student Special Offer

From today until further notice we are offering your first 5 lessons for £80 - saving £20 - if you are a student or unemployed.

6th April 2011 - Hornby Driver Training Team Becomes Full Time

Both John and Wendy are now full time Driving Instructors which gives you the choice of female or male instructors.

Check out the pictures on the website or on our Facebook page.

Both cars are now fully signed and identified by our names on the roofboxes

11th December 2009 - Hornby Driver Training Become DIAmond Accredited Taxi Driver Trainer (DATT)

To become a taxi driver, you need to get a licence from your Local Authority to drive a hackney carriage (taxi) or private hire vehicle. In some areas, including Doncaster, to get this licence you need to pass a practical assessment designed specifically for taxi or private hire vehicles.

John Hornby has recently become a DIAmond Accredited Taxi Driver Trainer (DATT) which means that he can help you to get your taxi licence.

This course has been developed in conjunction with Awareness Driver Training and is intended to train potential and existing drivers of taxi, black cab and private hire vehicles. The aim being to impart taxi drivers with the knowledge and understanding of passenger care, professional driving and the taxi test.

If you are interested in getting your taxi licence, or wish to improve your or your taxi businesses driving skills, please ring us on 07746 922 357 or email at mail@hornbydrivertraining.co.uk. We are able to provide a specific package at competitive rates for your taxi driver needs.

8th December 2009 - BTEC Qualification Available With Hornby Driver Training

Hornby Driver Training is to offer its learner drivers a chance to earn a Level 2 BTEC Intermediate Award in Driving Skills as they learn to drive.

We will be working with The Drivers Ed' Company to change the way people learn to drive.

The BTEC in Driving skills gives learner drivers a better understanding of the skills needed to drive a car. The course takes learner drivers through the theory and knowledge of each aspect of how to drive a car, preparing them for the test and driving after the test.

Learners are also taught subjects which are normally covered in driving instruction. This includes how to achieve the best cornering speed, how to drive at night and how to choos the correct gear and speed to deal with any situation. Pupils are also introduced to the advanced driivng standard.

It's a great way of achieving more knowledge and can help with passing your theory test.

8th September 2009 - Are You Ready For The NEW Style Theory Test?

From the 28th September, you will need to answer a case study-style question as part of your Theory Test. In your test you will be presented with one case study where you will be required to answer 5 questions that are related to the scenario on screen. Each question will still be in the multiple choice format as with the other Theory Test questions. You will need to answer 50 multiple choice questions, of which 45 are multiple choice and 5 are multiple choice questions that relate to the case study. The pass mark remains at 43/50. Click the below links to see examples of the new case study-style questions.

Case Study Question 1 Case Study Question 2 Case Study Question 3 Case Study Question 4 Case Study Question 5

21st April 2009 - Driving Standards Agency Learning to Drive consultation

Last year DSA published a Consultation Paper which set out proposals to reform the way that people learn to drive and are tested. The report has been published and is available on the DSA website here. This report outlines a number of ways that the DSA is looking to change and improve driver training over the next few years.

27th March 2009 - Driving Standards Agency announces changes to test fees

The Driving Standards Agency has announced the results of last autumn's consultation on its proposed driving test fee structure. This means that from the 30th March 2009, the price for theory and practical tests will increase.

Theory tests for learner car drivers booked on or after 30th March will now be £31 (increase from £30) while practical tests for car drivers during the weekday will cost £62 (increase from £57.50) and practical tests for car drivers during the weekend or weekday evening will cost £75 (up from £67). Despite an increase in cost, these figures are below the fee proposed during the consultation period.

DSA Chief Executive, Rosemary Thew, said "We are doing everything we can to ensure that fees remain as low as possible for our customers - particularly during the current economic climate. Despite this, increases are necessary to cover inflation, increases in general running costs and development work."

21st June 2008 - Vehicle Safety Question Change

As of the 1st July 2008, the vehicle safety questions for the practical test are changing. Please visit the DSA website here for further information, or click here to see a PDF of the questions the examiner will ask you.