Between 10-11.30am, Farmer Autovillage will demonstrate some basic maintenance checks, including how to change a tyre, check oil levels and general car maintenance.
AMS Group is responsible for introducing the youdrive education programme, which is available as part of the NCEA education system.
Managing director Kevin Wall said driving was a crucial skill that was often not given enough emphasis.
"With more than four million vehicles registered for use on New Zealand roads, the development of extensive defensive driving techniques was of paramount importance for young drivers,'' he said.
Students who take part in the youdrive simulator will go in the draw to win a Getting Started Driving prize package, with six driving lessons, a copy of the New Zealand Road Code, a set of L plates and cash reimbursement for the learner licence application and test fees.