Geoff Tooze
Founder and Managing Director
Geoff's Bio
Geoff is the founder of Young Car Driver and a subject specialist in UK driving content. He’s spent the past decade building the site into a trusted resource for young people learning to drive, buying their first car, and understanding car insurance and finance.
🔍 Fast Facts
Founder of Autedia Ltd, publisher of Young Car Driver
FCA-authorised credit broker (HP & leasing)
IAR for car insurance via Seopa Ltd
SMF29 on the FCA Register
Oversees editorial standards with Verity Hogan
Reviews motoring and market data from Gov.uk, DVSA/DVLA, Statista, and MNNT
10+ years creating trusted, compliant content for young drivers
Geoff leads the strategy and editorial direction of Young Car Driver, shaping every guide to be accurate, clear, and genuinely helpful for drivers aged 16 to 25. He has contributed to or reviewed most of the site’s learning and insurance content and works closely with the editorial team to maintain high standards across the board.
Through Autedia Ltd, Geoff is an FCA-authorised credit broker under limited permissions — specialising in consumer hire and hire purchase agreements, the standard forms of UK car finance. He is also an Introducer Appointed Representative for car insurance via Seopa Ltd. As the firm’s designated SMF29, he is personally responsible for FCA compliance and regulated partnerships.
Geoff helped shape Young Car Driver around one clear principle: young drivers deserve honest, practical, no-faff advice they can actually use — without pressure or confusing jargon.
Before launching Young Car Driver, Geoff built a career in the construction and PFI procurement industries. His passion for improving access to clear, independent advice — particularly around car insurance and buying — led to the creation of the site and its continued growth.
“Young people are faced with complicated, expensive choices when they start driving. I wanted to create a place that breaks it all down clearly — with real help, not pressure.”
📘 Featured Articles
Top articles on Young Car Driver
• How long does it take to pass a driving test?
• Car insurance for students Guide 2025
• How much can you afford for a car?
🐶 When not refining content or exploring partnerships, Geoff enjoys walking through Ashdown Forest with his fox-red Labrador, Bella — always on the lookout for Winnie the Pooh and friends.