Driving on today’s roads presents challenges where we could all benefit from developing our driving skills. To help drivers navigate these challenges safely and confidently, Road Smart Hubs (RSH) are back in action across Argyll.
The Hubs are a collaboration between the Institute of Advanced Motorists, Scottish Fire & Rescue Service, and Police Scotland. The Hubs are available in Lochgilphead, Campbeltown, Oban, and Dunoon, offering essential guidance to drivers of all experience levels, and delivered by enthusiastic, friendly, and experienced local teams.
Each Hub has two 90-minute sessions covering Night-Time Driving and Winter Driving and cover topics that cause collisions ranging from minor vehicle damage to serious injury and death. Motorists can choose to attend one or both sessions. Sessions are completely free, or attendees can make a donation the charity Glasgow North Group of Advanced Motorists to help them continue road safety education.
From the short commute to long-distance travel, the RSH will help drivers navigate Scotland’s Road network safely and enjoyably, regardless of when they passed their driving test.
Session 1 – Night-time Driving
Session 2 – Winter Driving
Location: Lochgilphead Joint Campus Conference Room
Date: Saturday 22 and 29 November 2025. Time: 10:30am – noon.
Location: Campbeltown Community Fire Station
Date: Saturday 22 and 29 November 2025. Time: 10:30am – noon.
Location: Dunoon Community Fire Station
Date: Saturday 22 and 29tNovember 2025. Time: 10:30am – noon.
Location: Oban Community Fire Station
Date: Tuesday 25 November and Tuesday 2 December 2025. Time: 7.30 – 9.00pm
Drivers can register for events online at Buy tickets – Glasgow North Group of Advanced Motorists or scan the QR code below.
Feedback from previous sessions:
- “Content was wide, informative, and very relevant to Argyll Roads.”
- “Left no stone unturned.”
- “This session reminded me I should do car checks (fluid/tyres, etc.) more often.”
- “This will benefit me in every day driving and driving with work”
- “Excellent presentation”
- “Good to actually see the tyre and how to measure it”
- “Made me think of some points I haven’t considered”
- “Brilliant – very engaging”
- “Clear information”
- “Found it very helpful: wee things I didn’t even realise”
- “Very down to earth and approachable – no question was silly”
- “Presentation – great content”
- “Loved the interactive tyre display”
- “Definitely more aware of winter hazards”
- “Great having police and fire tips too”
- “Exceeded expectations”
- “Good knowledge and tips from Emergency services”
- “Topics informative and helpful”
- “Given insight to be more prepared no matter how short the journey”
- “Made me more aware of driving in winter and it has given me more confidence”
- “Good to refresh – Also learnt a few new things – e.g. skidding and steering where you want to go”
Safety doesn’t happen by accident – take the first step towards safer driving today!
