UK learner drivers given new £924 warning as 20pc 'say no'

New data has been published this week05:04, 18 Jul 2026For a long time, learning to drive has been a rite of passage; you turn 17, you start driving and you have some freedom. But for many, it’s becoming impossible.‌From new driving test booking changes and lengthy waiting times to insurance premiums and vehicle costs, getting on the road has become increasingly challenging for young drivers. That's according to new research by Confused.com, which it said revealed the growing cost of getting on the road, with learner drivers facing costs of at least £924 before getting their licence.‌Matt Crole-Rees, Confused.com car insurance expert, explains the driving divide; why nearly 20% of young people are deciding not to learn to drive because it’s too expensive and how this is affecting not only