These Rules are in addition to those in the following sections which apply to all vehicles. See also ‘Motorcycle licence requirements’. If you have a provisional motorcycle licence, you MUST satisfactorily complete a Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) course. You can then ride on the public road, with L plates (in Wales either D plates, L […]

What do you think of driving examiners? I suppose your answer will depend on whether you passed or failed. An examiner who passed you, of course will be a hero in your eyes, s/he gave you the freedom to drive independently and to remove those L Plates. If you failed on the other hand, it […]

The environment minister Sammy Wilson has given a clear message to the public to steer clear of illegal driving instructors. Mr Wilson strongly recommended that it was not in the interest of a learner to use an illegal driving instructor as they do not have the necessary qualifications to teach, may not have the correct […]

  By now most people are aware of the huge backlog since covid regarding driving tests, the DVSA have been working hard to help reduce the waiting time learners have to wait in order to book a practical driving test. Their aims are to ensure learners who fail their practical driving test are better prepared […]

The Mirror initiates this discussion, presenting the idea that Cyclists may need to employ number plates upon their bikes and may also be required to have insurance under new road laws currently being considered by Government. This would ensure a whole new dimension of cycling will be ushered in as a cyclist can no longer […]

Is the GB number plate sticker still valid abroad? No, the UK must now remove old-style GB stickers or cover them up. Now they should display a UK sticker or have the UK identifier on their number plate. The UK government guidance has been in place since Tuesday, September 28th 2021. The change was made […]

DRIVING laws can cause confusion and there can sometimes be a grey area over what could land you with a fine and what doesn’t. The rules and regulations of driving often have motorists scratching their heads trying to figure out the legislation. Some of the laws could land you in trouble with the police, with […]

NEW legislation means that motorists will face a £200 fine and six points on their licence if they are caught TOUCHING their phone behind the wheel. Roads Minister Baroness Vere unveiled the latest law on 17 October 2020 – making all hand-held mobile activity while driving illegal. Can you use a mobile phone while driving? […]

A survey shows drivers forget to wear seat belts after only four months of driving. It takes motorists just 10 weeks to become a “bad driver” after passing their test, according to a new poll. A survey of 2,000 car owners found the average new road user lets bad habits creep in less than three […]

Engine failure, tyre-blowouts and brake fade can all be caused by extreme temperatures – so are you maintaining your car well enough to avoid a breakdown as the mercury rises? Extreme temperatures won’t just give you sunburn and melt roads, but they also risk causing severe damage to your car. Millions of motorists could be […]