Motorway Lessons and Pass Plus in Doncaster

Motorway lessons for learner drivers

Since June 2018, learner drivers in England, Scotland and Wales have been able to take driving lessons on motorways. The lesson must be with an approved driving instructor in a car fitted with dual controls, so you always have a professional beside you who can step in.

Motorway lessons are voluntary. Your instructor will only suggest one once you are comfortable at higher speeds on dual carriageways. Motorways are not part of the practical driving test, so many people pass without ever using one. A lesson or two before you pass means your first motorway drive is with an instructor rather than on your own.

What a motorway lesson covers

• Joining from a slip road and matching the speed of the traffic
• Lane discipline, keeping a safe gap and overtaking
• Reading overhead signs, variable speed limits and red X lane closures
• Leaving at the right junction and adjusting your speed afterwards
• What to do if you break down

The rules for motorways are set out in The Highway Code, and your instructor will talk you through the sections that matter most before you join.

Motorways near Doncaster

The M18 runs along the east of Doncaster and the A1(M) along the west, so most pick-up points are a short drive from a motorway junction. That means a 1.5 or 2 hour lesson leaves plenty of time on the motorway itself.

We build up gradually. Most learners practise on dual carriageways first, then join the motorway at a quieter time of day before moving on to busier periods.

Pass Plus for new drivers

Pass Plus is a DVSA training course for drivers who want to drive more safely. It takes at least 6 hours, and you can take it at any time, although it is most useful in the year after you pass. The course has six modules:

• Driving in town
• Driving in all weathers
• Driving on rural roads
• Driving at night
• Driving on dual carriageways
• Driving on motorways

There is no test at the end. Your instructor assesses you throughout, and you pass by reaching the required standard in every module. Completing Pass Plus may help you get a discount on your car insurance, so ask your insurer before you book. Pass Plus must be taught by a Pass Plus registered approved driving instructor. You can read more about the course on GOV.UK.

Who motorway lessons suit

• Learners close to test standard who want to experience a motorway with an instructor
• New drivers who have a long journey coming up
• Qualified drivers who have always avoided motorways
• Drivers who passed abroad and want practice on UK motorways

If it has been a while since you drove at all, start with our refresher driving lessons and add motorway practice once you feel settled.

Booking motorway lessons

Motorway lessons are booked as 1.5 hour or 2 hour lessons, so there is enough time to reach the motorway and practise properly. Lessons are available in manual and automatic cars. Call us on 07402 034084 or message us on WhatsApp for current motorway lesson and Pass Plus prices.

Frequently asked questions

Can learner drivers go on the motorway?

Yes. Since June 2018, learners in England, Scotland and Wales can take motorway lessons with an approved driving instructor in a car with dual controls. Learners cannot drive on a motorway with a friend or family member.

How long does Pass Plus take?

Pass Plus takes at least 6 hours, and you normally spend at least 5 and a half of those hours driving.

Is there a test at the end of Pass Plus?

No. You are assessed throughout the course, and you pass by reaching the required standard in all six modules.

Will Pass Plus lower my insurance?

It may help you get a discount. Not every insurer offers one, so check with yours before you book.

Can I have motorway lessons in an automatic car?

Yes. Motorway lessons and Pass Plus are available in manual and automatic cars.