News
Read the latest news and articles for learner drivers and their supervising drivers.

As well as information and updates that affect drivers in general. The information on this page and in the blog posts are provided free of charge by Paul’s Automatic Driving School in Basingstoke.
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When will the driving test backlog clear?
The Covid pandemic caused a vast swathe of problems for people in the UK, with one of those being the impact on driving instructors and learners.
Mobile phone driving laws
Using a handheld mobile phone while behind the wheel has long been a controversial and incredibly dangerous issue for UK drivers.
Changes to the Highway Code
The Highway Code has been updated with new rules for all types of road users, affecting people walking, cycling and riding horses
Now is the time to learn in an automatic
Now is definitely the time to consider learning to drive in an automatic car so many reasons. Automatic is the way forward!
What to expect on your first driving lesson
Your very first driving lesson is a big step! Most people are nervous so it helps to understand what to expect on your big day.
How many driving lessons
How many driving lessons will I need in order to pass my driving test? Is a common question asked by learner drivers.