PEUGEOT has unveiled a series of special offers in time for the new 60 plate next month - and they could prove a Godsend for young drivers.

Among them is the French manufacturer's ‘Just Add Fuel' programme, geared towards first time new car owners.

It works via a single monthly payment that covers all the major motoring costs like comprehensive motor insurance, road fund licence, vehicle servicing, roadside assistance and warranty in a three year finance package.

Peugeot's trawl through various internet websites reveals that a 21 year old first time driver in a new Peugeot 107 will pay on average £235 a month in London, £259 in Birmingham and £433 in Manchester just for insurance.

Under the Just Add Fuel programme a 21 year-old can get behind the wheel of a new Peugeot 107 Millesim for £197, which is less than the cost they would pay for insurance alone.

The company is also highlighting its PCP programme Passport, with a range of contracts, while all cars registered in September will get a free Nokia Smartphone with in-built satellite navigation and free of charge future updates.