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The Hidden Cost of UK Driving Test Delays

The Hidden Cost of UK Driving Test Delays

By EzLicence · 21 Jan 2026, 12:51 PM

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, E...
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The Most Googled Highway Codes In The UK

The Most Googled Highway Codes In The UK

By EzLicence · 17 Apr 2025, 9:34 AM

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 Hi...
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How Many Driving Lessons Do I Need?

How Many Driving Lessons Do I Need?

By EzLicence · 31 Oct 2024, 3:22 PM

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.
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A Learner Drivers Guide to a Pelican Crossing

A Learner Drivers Guide to a Pelican Crossing

By EzLicence · 29 Jul 2024, 4:32 PM

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 ...
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Step By Step Guide to Quickly Learn Parallel Parking

Step By Step Guide to Quickly Learn Parallel Parking

By EzLicence · 23 Jul 2024, 12:30 PM

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 drivin...
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Box Junction Rules Explained Simply

Box Junction Rules Explained Simply

By EzLicence · 7 Jun 2024, 1:42 PM

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.
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Beginners Guide to Mastering Clutch Control

Beginners Guide to Mastering Clutch Control

By EzLicence · 14 May 2024, 4:44 PM

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.
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