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Explanations of the different terms you might see on your driving licence
Overview of the vehicle operator licensing system.
Lorries used for practical driving tests have to meet certain rules, and some vehicles and trailers must also carry a minimum weight.
Find out what’s changed with how driving licences work for heavy goods vehicle (HGV) and bus drivers and how driving tests are changing.
Rules on what motor insurance you need, what to do if you're in an accident, insurance for driving abroad, penalties for uninsured vehicles and drivers.
Check which electric (plug-in) and hybrid vans, trucks and motorbikes are available for a grant.
Location: Isle of Lewis, Scotland.
A summary of the maximum number of trailers that different vehicles can tow.
Qualify as an HGV or bus driver, requalify if you used to drive an HGV or bus, get a provisional licence, take the Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) tests.
What you must be able to do and understand to guide and control the vehicle.
Groups and categories for driving licences issued before 15 October 2012 - find equivalent new licence categories and what vehicles you can drive
How councils and national park authorities should deal with the removal of abandoned vehicles from land in the open air and roads.
Rules for drivers and motorcyclists, including vehicle condition, fitness to drive, alcohol and drugs, what to do before setting off, vehicle towing and loading, and seat belts and child restraints.
The 'show me, tell me' vehicle safety questions that driving examiners could ask in category B+E (car and trailer) driving tests.
Find out which licence and fuel you need for agricultural vehicles and which tax and operator's licence exemptions might apply to you.
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