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How to top up your engine coolant

Filling up your engine coolant for the first time? Check out our guide on what to do.

Car service

What is a full car service?

If you want to know more about what is involved in a car service, and why it is important to have a service carried out on your car regularly - we explain all here.

Stop Learner Abuse

Stop dangerous driving around learner drivers

Irresponsible drivers are putting learner drivers and instructors at risk. Here’s what’s happening and what Marmalade Insurance is doing to stop it.

Provisional Driving Licence and L Plates

How to apply for a UK Provisional Licence

Here's a guide to help you apply for your provisional driving licence!

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What to expect in your practical driving test

Are you about to take your practical driving test and looking for anything that can help you on the day? We've got top tips to help!

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Top 10 tips to pass your theory test

Here's our top 10 tips to help you pass your theory test first time - from swotting up beforehand to how to handle the Multiple choice Hazard Perception parts.

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How it took 7 attempts to actually pass my driving test

It can knock your confidence when you fail your driving test, but what about failing it 7 times? That's what happened to Stacey - here's how she got through it!

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5 money saving tips when learning to drive

Learning to drive can be costly, so here’s some tips to try and keep the costs of learning to drive to a minimum.

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New data suggests the driving test backlog might never end unless testing capacity drastically changes

The wait for driving tests continues to be a specific point of frustration for learners and as we’ve seen in our previous research, this will cost them as they aim to remain test-ready.

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How many driving lessons to take

Many young drivers often ponder the recurring question that is - how many driving lessons should I take before my test?

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Driving nerves after you've passed? 7 tips for nervous new drivers

You passed your test! Now you’re new to the road and the first independent drive is looming, we’re here to help with some tips on getting over those driving nerves.

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What to expect on your first driving lesson

That first driving lesson can be exciting but scary for some so we've put together a handy guide to what to expect from your first lesson.

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Everything you need to know about L plates

Do you have a question about L plates? Look no further, this article covers everything from the legal requirements to where to buy your L plates.

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Can you take your driving test in your own car?

Ready for the big day? We've pulled together some great information on what you'll need to know if you want to take the test in your own car.

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Tips for improving your mental health

A young person's guide to improving wellbeing and help cope with the challenges that life may throw your way!

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Improving your driving - cornering

Find out Marmalade's top tips on how to avoid cornering events and improve your driving score.

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Can I learn to drive during lockdown?

We’ve got the answers on whether you can still learn to drive in lockdown and other questions that may be on your mind!

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The laws on driving with pets in your car

Driving with your pets is great - but there are some things you need to do before you set off. We're here to help you keep your pets safe in the car.

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Should I learn to drive automatic or manual?

Undecided on whether to take manual or automatic driving lessons? We’re looking at the pros and cons of each.

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Signs you may not be ready to take your driving test

Feeling driving test ready? If you're still doing these five things, you may not be as ready as you think

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