FACT - young drivers are no longer driving what resembles a sardine tin on wheels once they pass their driving test.
FACT - drivers between the ages of 18 and 24 are becoming increasingly likely to lease a new car over any other age group.
Here at CarContractHire.com we are finding that young people are a growing market because of a new awareness about leasing. Whilst most young uns don’t have several thousand pounds upfront to buy a new car, they do want to drive the latest models (…ok and their parents want them to drive a new car because they are generally safer).
With an initial outlay that is much lower than buying a car, and the reliability of fixed and regular monthly payments, as long as young drivers can afford the payments and have a good credit rating, leasing is a sensible solution for savvy, on-trend drivers who are fresh off the driving starting blocks.
Because we are truly lovely here at CarContractHire.com, here are a few tips to help our young driving friends.
1. If you are leasing a car, find out what leasing arrangement including expected mileage will suit you best. Having a maintenance agreement as part of your contract reduces risks.
2. When leasing a car check your credit report – there is no point attempting to get a leasing contract if you suspect you have little chance of getting credit.
3. Get to know any car before you start driving. Have a look at the dashboard and learn where everything is including fog lights, windscreen wipers and hazards. It may seem obvious but hesitation to put them on could lead to an accident.
4. Do you change how you drive when you are with your friends? If your driving is negatively affected by having them in your car, then stop offering lifts. Speeding or being distracted puts you and others at risk.
5. Make sure you are not driving too close to other cars. Not only can it obscure your view of the road ahead and make it hard for you to stop in time if needs be, you could also be intimidating other drivers without meaning to which could lead to them making mistakes.
6. Don’t attempt to drive a huge distance in the first few weeks after your test. You may have passed, but the concentration required will still be high even if you love driving and don’t feel anxious. If you do have a longer drive to do – plan your route and preferably take another driver with you.
7. Music can be extremely comforting when you are out driving on your own for the first time. However, it is important to remember that you don’t just use your sight but your hearing when driving so music could prevent you from hearing important sounds.