Who we're here for
Why we started Young Car Driver
We created Young Car Driver because learning to drive — and everything around it — can feel overwhelming. From choosing your first car to understanding insurance or finance, the process is packed with jargon, costs, and pressure.
So we built something better: a UK-based website that answers real-world questions, from “how much will it cost?” to “what should I watch out for?” All written clearly, without fluff or sales tactics.
How we make advice clear
Everything we publish is independently reviewed by our in-house team. We break down complicated topics into straight-talking guides you can actually use.
We check all stats, legal references, and money content against trusted sources like the DVSA, GOV.UK, and the FCA — and we update regularly, not just once a year.
We believe in driving without pressure
Whether you’re just starting out or figuring out next steps, we’re here to guide you, not push you. Think of us like a clued-up older sibling who’s done it all before and wants to help you avoid the mistakes.
Meet the team behind the content
We’re a small team of writers, editors, and experts who care about making life easier for young UK drivers.
You can meet the full team here, or scroll down to learn more about who’s behind the site and what we do.
Geoff Tooze
Founder and Managing Director
Geoff founded Young Car Driver to make buying and insuring cars simpler for young drivers. He’s FCA-registered for car finance and an appointed representative for insurance, overseeing all site content and partnerships.
Get to Know Geoff
Verity Hogan
Finance & Insurance Editor
Verity is a UK personal finance journalist with 14+ years' experience. She’s written for brands like Carmoola, Ocean Finance and CarFinance247, where she was Head of Content. She now reviews all our finance and insurance content
Get to Know Verity
Gareth Dalton
Motoring Editor & Co-founder
Gareth works in finance and IT but has always been a petrolhead at heart. He co-founded Young Car Driver to share what he’s learned from years of buying, maintaining, and researching cars as a hobby.
Get to Know Gareth
Rebecca Goodman
Insurance & Personal Finance Expert
Rebecca is an award-winning personal finance journalist with 15+ years' experience. Her work has appeared in The Guardian, The Telegraph, The Times, and The Independent — making her one of the UK’s most trusted consumer voices.
Get to Know Rebecca
Luca Dalton
Young Driver Blogger
Luca is 17 and learning to drive. He shares honest updates from his lessons, test prep, and first car adventures — giving a real look at life as a young driver in the UK.
Get to Know Luca
Anton Brand
Cartoon Illustrator
Anton is a cartoon illustrator with 10+ years’ experience. He worked with Geoff to create the characters and visuals seen across Young Car Driver. His bold, simple style helps make key topics — like driving, insurance, and finance — more engaging and easier to understand..
Get to Know AntonOur mission and values
We offer choice, control, and affordable options for young car buyers and drivers.
We make it easy to compare car finance and insurance — no jargon, no judgment
Think of us as the clued-up friend who’ll tell it straight and help you find the right deal.
Honesty above everything
We believe the only good advice is honest advice. If something’s out of your budget or a deal doesn’t suit your situation, we’ll say so. Our guides are clear, truthful, and focused on what’s right for you.
Budget-conscious solutions
Let’s face it — money matters. A flashy car won’t feel so dreamy if it wrecks your budget. We’ll help you make smart decisions, understand your finance options, and avoid getting in over your head.
Judgement-free support
Everyone’s situation is different. Whether you’ve missed payments, had a scrape, or need to rebuild your credit, we’re here with practical, judgment-free advice — because we’ve all been there.
Always fair
We prioritise fairness. That means no false promises, no sneaky sales tactics, and no pushing one product over another. We’ll give you the facts so you can make the right choice for you.
Choice and control for everyone
We help young drivers compare options from over 120 insurers as an Appointed Representative of Quotezone, and explore car finance through our partner CarFinance247. Although we’re FCA-authorised to act as a credit broker, we currently operate as an introducer — connecting you with trusted providers, not selling you a product. Even if you have bad credit or a tight budget, getting a no-obligation quote only takes a few minutes.
Editorial Promise
All our content is written or reviewed by experienced contributors — including finance journalists, young drivers with first-hand experience, and, where relevant, approved driving instructors. We fact-check key information, update regularly, and prioritise accuracy over hype.
Content is independently reviewed by our editors, Geoff and Verity, and we receive external compliance oversight to help ensure our guides and promotional content meet FCA expectations.
We don’t offer financial advice or act as a broker ourselves, but we are FCA-authorised to introduce users to trusted partners. For insurance, we’re an Appointed Representative of Seopa Ltd (trading as Quotezone). For car finance, we act as an Introducer to CarFinance 247 Ltd. Read our full Editorial Guidelines
What you'll find on Young Car Driver
We’ve built this site to help you every step of the way, from applying for your provisional to buying your first car. Here’s what you’ll find:
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💷 Compare Car Insurance & Finance
Get quotes and learn how car insurance and finance really work — with balanced, honest advice that puts you in control.
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📘 Motoring Guides
A growing library of helpful, no-nonsense guides. Whether you’re learning to drive, choosing a car, or managing car costs, we’ve got it covered.
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❓Frequently Asked Questions
Real answers to the things people actually ask — quick, clear, and always up to date.
Why choose Us
🙌 Why Choose Young Car Driver?
We’re here to make things simpler, not more confusing. Here’s what sets us apart:
✅ Built for UK young drivers – Everything is written with 16–25-year-olds in mind.
✅ Real experts, real experience – Content is created or reviewed by journalists, finance writers, and young drivers with first-hand experience. We also collaborate with driving instructors to fact-check specialist topics when needed.
✅ No fluff, no bias – We explain things clearly and never promote products we don’t believe in.
✅ Always up to date – Whether it’s a guide or a quote page, we keep everything updated with the latest rules and regulations.
Which products do we compare?
We can help you compare deals for the following young driver products:
| Car insurance | Car Finance |
|---|---|
| Young driver insurance | Young driver car finance |
| Student car insurance | Student car finance |
| Self-employed/Gig car insurance | PCP car finance |
| Van insurance | Hire purchase car finance |
| Courier insurance | No deposit car finance |
| Black box car insurance | Guarantor car finance |
| Learner driver insurance | Joint application car finance |
| Temporary insurance | Black box car finance |
| No black box insurance | Refinance your car |
| Comprehensive insurance | Self-employed/Gig car finance |
Our partner relationships
We only work with companies we trust — partners who share our values, are authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), and have strong reputations for treating customers fairly.
We act as an Introducer for car finance through CarFinance 247 and as an Appointed Representative of Quotezone for insurance comparison. These firms are responsible for handling your application, providing quotes, and supporting you through the process.
While we review partner promotions and fact-check finance and insurance content carefully, we’re not responsible for external websites. When you click through, you’ll be subject to that site’s terms and privacy policy. Read our full Trusted Partner guidelines
What you'll find on Young Car Driver
We’ve built this site to help you every step of the way, from applying for your provisional to buying your first car. Here’s what you’ll find:
-
💷 Compare Car Insurance & Finance
Get quotes and learn how car insurance and finance really work — with balanced, honest advice that puts you in control.
-
📘 Motoring Guides
A growing library of helpful, no-nonsense guides. Whether you’re learning to drive, choosing a car, or managing car costs, we’ve got it covered.
-
❓Frequently Asked Questions
Real answers to the things people actually ask — quick, clear, and always up to date.
Regulatory details
Young Car Driver is a trading name of Autedia Limited, a limited company registered in England and Wales (Company Number 08775069), with its registered address at 85 Great Portland Street, First Floor, London, W1W 7LT.
We are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Our Firm Reference Number is 948436. You can verify this on the FCA Register or by calling the FCA on 0800 111 6768.
Autedia Limited is also registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), Registration Number ZA148079. You can check the registration on the ICO Data Protection Register.
