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Driver training began as a business in the United Kingdom in 1909-1910.
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The first edition of the Highway Code is published by the Ministry of Transport.
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Driving tests are suspended for the duration of World War II. Examiners get redeployed to traffic duties and supervising fuel rationing.
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Only thing was required was being 21 or older and driving experience.
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The actual test that driving instructors gave students to pass was on paper.
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The pass rate for driving test was 50%
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Driving instructors were paid $3,000 annually.
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Instructors are trained "on the job"
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A voluntary register of approved driving instructors (ADIs) is set up. To become an ADI, you have to pass stringent written and practical tests.
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All driving instructors now have to be officially registered. A total of 3,500 people are prosecuted for driving on a forged licence or wrongfully attempting to obtain a licence.
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From May, examiners give candidates a brief explanation of faults committed during the test, plus advice on areas for improvement. New legislation also means anyone accompanying a learner driver from October must be at least 21 and have held a driving licence for a minimum of three years.
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Driving test candidates are encouraged to take their instructor with them on their test. ‘Independent driving’ becomes part of the test, with candidates having to drive for 10 minutes making their own decisions.
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The annual wage increased to 20k-50k
