The popular Young Drivers Manx Motor Meet will be visiting the west of the Island this Friday (17 April 2015).
Marine Parade in Peel will host the latest in the series of events aimed at helping 16 to 25-year-olds to improve their driving skills and knowledge.
Participants are encouraged to turn up between 7pm and 9pm to pick up useful tips and guidance, watch demonstrations on how to change a wheel safely and enter competitions to win fuel and vehicle accessories. There will also be free refreshments and an opportunity to sit in the passenger seat during a special auto test.
The event is a joint initiative involving the Police, Youth Services, Manx Auto Sport and Energy FM. The aim is to encourage safer driving and support efforts to reduce the number of fatalities and serious incidents on the Isle of Man’s roads.
It is hoped that as many young people as possible will turn up in their vehicles and take advantage of friendly and practical advice from experienced drivers, mechanics and road safety officers.
Gordon Edwards, Road Safety Manager, said: ‘The Motor Meets in Douglas and Ramsey have been very well supported and I hope the event in Peel attracts a strong turnout. This is an opportunity for young people to learn skills that will stand them in good stead for the rest of their lives.’
He added: ‘Statistics show that a disproportionate number of young people are killed or seriously injured on roads throughout the British Isles. In the Isle of Man police officers and youth workers are still seeing examples of irresponsible driving by a minority of young drivers. The Motor Meets are a positive way for different agencies to work together to offer practical advice and support.’
Further information is available of the Youth Services Facebook page and comprehensive road safety advice can be viewed at http://www.gov.im/categories/travel-traffic-and-motoring/road-safety/
The organisers wish to thank all the local businesses supporting the event.
Photo - Courtesy of the Manx Motor Meet Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/groups/379615728858320/
