The young driver event for road safety professionals
Wednesday 19th May 2027
Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, London
About Young Driver Focus
For people who want to make young drivers safer
YDF is the most established young driver event in the road safety calendar. It brings together those with a keen interest in keeping our most at-risk road users safe to hear the latest research, ideas and interventions for newly qualified drivers.
We're fortunate to have been hosted at the Royal Automobile Club on Pall Mall for many years, and there really is no better environment to network with other road safety professionals from across the public and private sectors.
Reserve your place
Watch the 2026 highlights
What to expect
Showcasing evidence & best practice
Concise, forward-looking sessions from the people setting policy, doing the research and running the interventions - plus a young driver panel and plenty of time to talk.
Policy and industry updates
The latest from DVSA and the DfT. In 2026 that meant the DVSA industry update, how THINK! is reaching young drivers, and the government policy picture straight from the minister.
Research and evaluation
Evidence you can act on, from the RAC Foundation's annual young driver review to trials like Driver2020 and new thinking on pre-driver education and learner skills.
Practitioners and interventions
Road safety teams and campaigners sharing what they've built and what they've learned - always showing what works as well as what doesn't.
Latest speakers
Just added to the 2027 line-up
The most recent additions to the programme - more are confirmed every few weeks.
Tickets
Book before 31st October and save £10
Capacity at the Royal Automobile Club is limited and the event sells out every year. Early booker prices below; all prices exclude VAT.
RSGB members
For Road Safety GB members.
Academia, public sector and ADIs
Local authorities, police, fire and rescue, universities and driving instructors.
Private sector
Industry, insurers, consultancies and suppliers.
Half table
Five delegates at a shared table.
Full table
Ten delegates - bring the whole team.
Not sure which rate applies?
Drop a line to info@firstcar.co.uk and we'll sort it. Invoices can be paid by card or BACS, or we can wait for your PO.
Book ticketsThe night before
Pre-event drinks reception
Westcotec is kindly sponsoring an informal drinks reception on Tuesday 18th May 2027 at Davy's Wine Bar, St James', a short walk from the RAC Clubhouse. Welcome drinks from 18:00, light finger buffet from 19:00, and around 70 delegates, speakers and exhibitors to catch up with. It's included in your ticket - just let us know you're coming.
Let us know you're coming
Davy's at St James', Crown Passage - a short walk from the RAC ClubPartners
In association with GEM Motoring Assist
GEM returns as headline sponsor for 2027, with Westcotec supporting the event and sponsoring the drinks reception once again.
2027 sponsors and exhibitors
Organised by
What delegates said about YDF 2026
"All first class as usual. It's a treat to go to this event and this venue."
"This year was very fresh, not too data heavy, with lots of thought-provoking presentations. I have got lots of actions to take away!"
"Collaboration is key - getting industry professionals in one room, with access to advice, ideas, points of view is really valuable."
The Royal Automobile Club, Pall MallLook back
2026 event report and photos
Every year we publish a comprehensive event report so delegates can revisit the key takeaways and insights our speakers shared. Browse the 2026 report, or take a look at our snapper's shots from the last two years.
Key info
When
Wednesday 19th May 2027
Get in touch
Interested in delivering a presentation? Contact james@firstcar.co.uk
Exhibiting or sponsoring? Contact Rich at richard.storrs@firstcar.co.uk
0203 468 1339