TEEN pop sensation Billie celebrated her 17th birthday with the perfect gift - a new Ford Ka to learn to drive in.

Billie has been looking forward to learning to drive since she turned 17 last month, and was delighted when Ford presented her with a metallic blue Ford Ka Collection to start off her life on the road.

She said: "It's just perfect to learn to drive and practice in. I can't wait to pass my test and drive it on my own."

Billie and thousands of learner drivers like her will soon be able to benefit from Ford's help with their driving test, thanks to a new interactive Ford CD-Rom, designed to help driving hopefuls learn the rules of the road to pass the Driving Standards Agency's written theoretical test.

Packaged as a double CD-Rom, the Ford guide shows through a mix of film and narrative all 866 possible questions that can be asked during the test and offers the multiple choice answers.

For those who buy the first CD-Rom, a second, free CD guide is also available from Ford, to assist those who have passed the theory element and wish to proceed to the practical test.

The interactive Ford CD-Rom, produced by Digitalis Television, will be available in mid-October from branches of WH Smith, priced £39.95.

Story date: Wednesday 13 October

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