"I’ve always been interested in cars and driving from a young age. I had my first lesson shortly after my 17th birthday, charged with a promise to three friends about a concert in Manchester.."
IAM RoadSmart is the UK’s leading independent road safety charity, dedicated to making our roads safer for everyone. Since 1956, we’ve been improving driver and rider skills through expert coaching and education, helping people to drive and
ride with greater confidence and control.
With over 60 years of experience, a network of 164 Local Groups, and more than 70,000 members, we’re passionate about helping drivers and riders at every stage of their journey. Our highly
qualified experts deliver trusted, proven training programmes, such as our Advanced Driver course, designed to enhance your skills well beyond what’s taught when you first learn to drive.
Whether you’re looking to refresh your
driving skills or take them to the next level, IAM RoadSmart is here to help you become a safer, more assured driver – and to make Britain’s roads safer for all.
Advanced Driving is open to anyone looking to improve their driving. Whether it’s to brush up on your driving skills, grow your confidence or become a more economical driver.
It’s suitable for any stage of your driving journey, whether you’ve just passed your test and want hone your skills, or you’ve been driving for years and want to take your driving skills to next level. If you’re looking to enhance your driving technique, our Advanced Driving Course is perfect got you.
Our Driving Skills Refresher is a 2-hour, one-to-one session tailored to your needs, delivered by one of our expert trainers in your own vehicle. Perfect for refreshing your knowledge, rebuilding confidence, or improving specific skills like parking or motorway driving, the course is designed to make you feel safer and more assured behind the wheel.
You’ll receive personalised feedback, a written report, and a Certificate of Completion to mark your progress.
At IAM RoadSmart, we are committed to supporting drivers of all ages and abilities. Whether you're a young driver just starting out, an older driver looking to refresh your skills, or a disabled driver needing tailored support, our courses are designed
to meet your needs.
We provide expert guidance for new drivers, helping them build confidence, as well as personalised coaching for experienced drivers who wish to stay safe on the road. With our flexible approach, we ensure that all drivers,
regardless of their background or circumstances, can benefit from improved skills and greater road safety.
Advanced Driving is open to all UK drivers, and people from all walks of life use our driving course to improve their driving skills. Whether you’re looking for a refresher on your driving skills, or discovering more about Advanced driver training, we can help. Below is a selection of real-life stories from IAM RoadSmart Advanced Drivers:
“40 Years with
IAM RoadSmart”
"I’ve always been interested in cars and driving from a young age. I had my first lesson shortly after my 17th birthday, charged with a promise to three friends about a concert in Manchester.."
“Success through
the generations”
"'Enjoyment’ might not be a word you’d initially associate with a driving course, but that’s exactly what IAM RoadSmart’s Advanced Driver Course gave to Margaret and Harriet – and much more!"
“Jamie’s Inspiring Journey
as a Young Driver”
"I passed my theory test at 17 years and 1 day-old. I then passed my practical test at 17 years and 2 months. I had a driving instructor, but I was not happy with the standard they were teaching me.."