SAGE, Safer Driving With Age

It’s illegal to drive if you can’t read a number plate from 20.5 metres (67 feet) away. Have your eyes tested regularly. Changes in your eyesight can happen slowly and without you realising it.

Regularly carry out basic checks on your vehicle. This should include checking the tyres, oil, water, lights, wipers and washer fluid level. Make sure your mirrors, lights and windscreen are clean. Details of how to do basic checks are included in your vehicle handbook.

When you reach the age of 70 the law requires you to renew your licence and this has to be done every three years thereafter.  All drivers must notify the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) on the onset or worsening of a medical condition which may affect their ability to drive. Further information is also available on the internet at www.dvla.gov.uk

Make sure you are familiar with the current Highway Code, which is available from all good bookshops (a complimentary copy will be sent if a SAGE course is booked).

The Highway Code can also be found on the internet at www.highwaycode.gov.uk

SAGE is a driving assessment for mature drivers.

SAGE is definitely not a driving test.

The assessment is based on common sense, safe, skillful, everyday driving. There are no trick questions or unusual manoeuvres.

The assessment will take about one hour to complete.

Your assessor will be a friendly experienced Approved Driving Instructor.

We aim to present each person who completes the assessment with a certificate and a written report.

The assessment will take place in your own car and it will commence from your home address or a mutually convenient place.

The assessment, including a written report will cost only £15.

If your driving is not up to the required standard you will be given the necessary guidance and advice.

For information call Karen Bevans on:
0116 305 7230

or print out the SAGE Application Form (PDF file) and return it with your cheque for £15.00

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