First

Car

Overview of the

approach

FirstCar provide a range of free materials , information and advice to

learner and new drivers on the theoretical and practical elements of driving as

well as more safety-focused aspects outlining legislation and staying safe

on the roads . Part of this resource involves information regarding the use of

a mobile phone by drivers , including its personal and legal consequences

FirstCar also provide learner and new drivers with information

regarding vehicle insurance , buying new and used cars and maintaining a vehicle

. This information is provided through a range of formats , including a

website and print titles that are made available to theory and driving test centres

The FirstCar Academy is a free online course comprising 14

individual modules that are based on a range of laws , road safety issues , and

driver actions . One of those includes information about mobile phone use .

The modules each include a video clip that highlights information

relating to a particular topic , followed by a short knowledge task that must be completed to ‘ graduate ’ from the Academy .

James Evans , founder

and Managing Director of FirstCar

, is happy to discuss the

work of FirstCar further and can

be contacted at the following

: james @ firstcar . co . uk

08451 308853

Alongside this , FirstCar have expanded into providing digital

publishing and video footage material to other partners . They provide information

and advice , as well as the practical aspects of creating footage , for

campaigns and virtual reality film productions . They worked with Leicestershire

Fire and Rescue Service to develop the virtual reality film that is now used in many areas of the UK .

Mobile Mobile : Engaged : Engaged involvement contribution

Knowledge

exchange

Before our KEC , the Mobile : Engaged team explored the

available FirstCar materials , including the online presence , the print titles and

the FirstCar Academy material . A knowledge exchange consultation

took place with the FirstCar Founder and Managing Director . The KEC

was split into two primary discussions – the first surrounding the

various publications that highlight some information relating to mobile

phone use by drivers and the second focused upon the FirstCar work with other road safety professionals

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