Shropshire Advanced Motorists

Recognising that the majority of collisions are caused by driver error, the IAM’s Advanced Driving Test was introduced with the specific objective of significantly improving driving standards using the principles of Advanced Driving pioneered – and applied with great success – by the Metropolitan Police.

To date, over 350,000 people have taken the Advanced Test, and of these over 300,000 have passed and gone on to become IAM Members.

The Advanced Driving Test lasts for about 90 minutes and will usually cover between 30 and 40 miles along all types of road, town driving, motorways (if available) or dual carriageways, and even country lanes.

Your Examiner will hold a Police Advanced Driving certificate and will have extensive experience from working within sections of the Police Services throughout the UK.

The Test gives a thorough workout of driving ability, allowing the candidate to alter their drive according to the conditions and environment of the road. The types of road vary from quiet country roads, motorways to busy town centres.

In each case there are hazards and situations that need to be avoided and taken care of using the methods and techniques that advanced driving gives. There may be situations where the candidate can show flair and panache on an open country road where progress can be gained at maximum safety, using optimum road positioning and excellent observation. All this combines to give a brisk, smooth drive, at the legal limits, on the open road.

In other situations, the candidate will need to show restraint and composure in dealing with tricky hazards that may become apparent throughout the drive. Such as in a town centre situation, where observation is used to pick out hazards where conditions are constantly changing. The main objective is that the candidate has to perform well in all situations rather than excel in one.

People often comment on the Test after taking it and more often than not, the comments revolve around how much they enjoyed the drive. On Test, the candidate gets to show the new skills that they have been practising during the weeks of their course. The Advanced Driving Test IS NOT EASY but IS within the reach of all vehicle users given the right guidance, and a pass is always something to be proud of.