Driver Trainer Magazine

This month tackles the all-encompassing issue of COVID-19. Key worker training is still allowed, so we discuss our new key worker register, as well as safe training protocols. It’s a worrying time financially for everyone, so we’ve put together an article on government measures which could help driver and rider trainers.

We live in an age of information overload, which can sometimes feel daunting. Jim Whalen has written an article about coronavirus from a medical perspective in which he debunks some of the myths about the virus. Nick Heath also talks us through his method of risk management for his businesss.

This month it’s a training special, with particular focus on driving in the dark, motorway driving and independent driving. Howard Redwood takes us through the basics of fleet training, while editor Kathy Manson attends Move 2020 to find out about the vehicles and transport systems of the future.

Carly Brookfield opens the DIA casebook again to discuss how a CCJ can really make you pay, while this month’s car reviews include the Toyota Yaris Hybrid and the Ford Puma.

There’s a lot of change afoot (or should that be awheel?). From April, the theory test will use video clips instead of written case studies. These aim to make the test more accessible, particularly for people with learning disabilities, reading difficulties and developmental conditions. DVSA has also published new versions of the driver’s record. It is hoping the changes will help encourage learners to broaden their experience before taking their test, particularly in regards to driving in the dark.

Welcome to Driver Trainer. We’ve renamed and redesigned the magazine to reflect the wider remit of the modern driver trainer.

This month we have a new column from road safety charity Brake. We also have Phoenix Motorcycle Training laying out the pros and cons of becoming a franchisee. Adrian Coucher discusses his career as a fleet trainer, Karen Bransgrove tries eco-driving with the Energy Saving Trust and Carly Brookfield lays out her vision for the industry in 2020 and opens the DIA casebook.