It's late. You've got a car full of mates. Theyre fired up and encouraging you to step on it. The roads a bit wet, and you're not that familiar with this stretch.

Now how good a driver are you really?

Momentum, the IAM assessment designed exclusively for under 26 year old car drivers will help you find out.

So, you've passed your driving test and the last thing you want to think about is another test. You're a pretty good driver and you definitely don't need L plates any more but you know that sometimes you end up in situations where your driving skills are challenged.

Maybe it's when you're on a night out with a car full of mates and it's your turn to be the designated driver. Everyone is fired up for the night and having a laugh but you know you still need to keep focused on the road as well as the banter. This is when Momentum steps in.

The results of the recent IAM Young Drivers where and when they are unsafe research indicates that young drivers (aged 17-25) are the most vulnerable group on our roads and are the most at risk group of road users likely to be killed or seriously injured.

The following details are from the most recent Department for Transport report Reported Road accidents involving young car drivers Great Britain (published 03/02/2011) 

• Of the 163,554 reported personal injury road accidents, over 42,000 (26%) involved at least one driver aged between 17-24.
• 191 young drivers were killed (27% of all fatalities),  2,026 young drivers were killed or seriously injured (27% of all KSI casualties).
• 564 people were killed (25% of total road fatalities) as a result of a young driver car accident.
• Of the 2,026 young drivers involved in serious accidents , 71% were male.
• Nearly one third of young drivers involved in accidents were aged between 18-19.

Momentum is NOT a test

Step 1 - An online assessment that can be completed in the comfort of your own home prior to your on road assessment date. It helps to assess the environment in which you typically drive and gets a handle on your attitude to road risks.

Step 2 - A 60 minute on-road, general assessment by a qualified IAM examiner. At the end of the drive you will receive a copy of the completed assessment form.

The result? You are more able to keep your focus and enjoy the journey, even if the pressure is on.

Momentum is only £40 and you can buy online by visiting our eshop - just click 

If you would like to purchase a gift voucher just click here.

Alternatively, click here to download the Momentum brochure that also has an application form that you can complete and return to the IAM.

Now the next step . . .
How do I become a better driver?

If you want to develop your skills further, sign up for our Skill for Life programme. It can also help you save money too.

The Skill for Life programme can help you to safely predict hazards, anticipate other drivers behaviour and accurately assess road and traffic conditions to enable you to become a more controlled, confident and ultimately, a better driver.

If successful, you become a full IAM Advanced Driver and member, which means you can benefit from many discounts and member benefits including likely savings on your motor insurance.

If you sign up for the Skill for Life programme within 12 months of completing your Momentum assessment, you will be entitled to a discount of 40 off the normal 139 price.

Click here to find out more and to purchase a Skill for Life Programme.

* We reserve the right to alter and amend the price or product specification without notice.