The EzLicence Blog

Learning to drive is already a costly milestone, but long delays at test centres are quietly pushing those costs even higher. With wait times blowing out across the country, many learners are paying far more than they planned — from extra lessons needed just to stay test-ready, to booking new tests after failed attempts, to taking additional time off work to secure a slot.

Because of this, EzLicence set out to uncover where in the UK learners are being hit hardest financially, and identify the areas where long test delays are driving up costs the most.

Even after passing the driving test, many of us still turn to Google to make sense of the Highway Codes. From drivers wondering if it’s acceptable to drive in flip-flops to asking if they can drive with a cracked window screen, some road rules remain confusing.   

To uncover the most common sources of confusion, our team at EzLicence analysed UK search data to reveal the top ten most Googled Highway Code questions. 

The number of driving lessons you’ll need depends on how quickly you learn and how comfortable you feel behind the wheel. It’s important to avoid rushing through your learning process, as being underprepared for your driving test can end up costing you both time and money.

When you're looking for a driving instructor, you might come across terms like ADI and PDI. If you're asking yourself, "What is the difference between ADI and PDI instructors?" you're not alone. These terms can be confusing, but understanding them is key to choosing the right instructor for your needs.

There are four main types of road crossings in the UK. You’ll need to know the rules around each one and what to do as a driver to pass your driving test and take to the road with confidence. The first of these is pelican crossings. Pelican crossings might sound strange but there’s nothing to worry about once you know how they work. 

After reading this guide you’ll know exactly what they are and how to drive through one. You’ll be able to impress the examiner when you encounter one while on your driving test and take to the challenge with ease. 

Parallel parking is one of three driving test manoeuvers that strike fear into learner drivers. Even long-term drivers often consider it to be one of the trickiest skills to implement in day-to-day driving. However, it is still a necessary skill to learn if you want to pass your driving test. 

We wrote this guide to parallel parking to share everything we wished we knew when we started driving. Read on to learn how to parallel park the right way and at a quicker pace than you may initially expect. 

Box junction rules might seem like a free-for-all. But, when you get the hang of them, you’ll never have to worry about fines or angry drivers again. 

We’re here to run through every possible junction box scenario. Whatever happens, you’ll be ready to tackle them with ease.

Blind spots pose a problem to all drivers. Failure to properly check blind spots is a large cause of accidents for drivers, pedestrians and cyclists.  Find out exactly how to check blind spots so that you never have to worry about bumps and accidents.

Clutch control is key when you’re learning to drive a manual car. You’ll need to master the balance between the clutch pedal and the accelerator to avoid stalling. Learner drivers often find this one of the trickiest things to get right. We’ll bring you some tips so you can master clutch control in no time.