09/08/2026
The Northamptonshire Safer Roads Alliance (NSRA) is delighted to announce the return of its hugely popular free CarKraft Driving Experience, giving young people the opportunity to gain valuable driving experience and develop skills that could help keep them safe on the road.
Now in its 25th year, CarKraft returns to the Porsche Experience Centre at Silverstone on Sunday, October 4, offering both young non-drivers and qualified drivers the chance to get behind the wheel and learn from experienced professionals in a safe, controlled environment.
Whether you're counting down the days until your first driving lesson, learning to drive, or already have a full licence, CarKraft provides a unique opportunity to build confidence, improve your skills, and gain experience that is difficult to find elsewhere.
Since launching in 2001, more than 30,000 young people have taken part in the award-winning programme, making it one of Northamptonshire's most successful road safety initiatives.
Young drivers remain disproportionately represented in road traffic collisions and CarKraft continues to give young people practical experience and knowledge that could make a real difference when they are driving on our roads.
Non-Drivers (Aged 15+)
Young people aged 15 and over can attend one of four sessions (8.25am, 10.45am, 1.25pm and 3.45pm).
Give young people a head start with our young non-driver experience. Perfect for those who aren't quite old enough for driving lessons, these invaluable sessions give teenagers the chance to learn and get a feel for driving for the first time.
Starting Off Workshop - a dynamic, interactive session led by a professional DVSA-qualified driving instructor/trainer, which looks at important safety aspects covering drink driving, mobile phones, and distractions.
Driving Lesson - within the internal road network of the Porsche test track, they will have their first driving lesson in a real environment with a professional DSA-qualified driving instructor in a car with dual controls.
Parents and guardians are also invited to attend a dedicated workshop to help them better understand the learning-to-drive journey and how they can support young drivers as they gain experience.
Qualified Drivers (Aged 17-30)
Qualified drivers can choose from sessions at 8.15am or 1.30pm and will have the opportunity to:
• Understand HGV blind spots and how to stay safe around larger vehicles
• Experience skid-car training in a controlled environment
• Improve hazard awareness and decision-making with advanced driving skills and techniques
Participants will also take part in an interactive workshop which tackles common myths and misunderstandings around speed, drink/drug driving, mobile phones, seat belts and in car safety, attitudes towards other road users and recent legislative changes.
Book Your Place
Places are limited and fill quickly.
To reserve your place, visit: https://orlo.uk/mKbnp
Don't just learn to drive, learn to drive safely. Join CarKraft this autumn and gain skills that could stay with you for life.
