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Guidance on the law on sticking items on vehicle windows which could obscure the view.
Lorries used for practical driving tests have to meet certain rules, and some vehicles and trailers must also carry a minimum weight.
Check which documents you need to carry if you're the driver or a passenger in a lorry or other heavy goods vehicle (HGV) that crosses international borders.
How to get a Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) periodic training course approved by DVSA.
Changes to how to record training from April 2024, avoiding battery drain issues on some vehicles and what to do with low diesel smoke plate values.
What you must be able to do and what you must know and understand to be a safe and responsible moped or motorcycle rider.
How to run and manage a Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) periodic training course.
Qualifications or accreditations that are accepted if you want to qualify to become an MOT tester for cars, private buses and light commercial vehicles.
Guidance driving examiners follow when they carry out ADI part 2 tests - the test of the driving ability of someone wanting to become an ADI.
Get an MOT centre authorisation certificate (VT9) for your MOT centre's noticeboard if you've lost or damaged the original.
Find out which licences and permits you need to operate vehicles with a gross vehicle weight above 3.5 tonnes on international journeys from the UK.
Information leaflet on wheel maintenance on commercial vehicles.
A guide about the various categories and weight classes for lorries.
Rules that vehicle recovery operators and drivers need to follow to run their business legally and safely.
Information on acceptable qualifications to become a tester
How to apply to book and take an exam if you want to become a dangerous goods safety adviser (DGSA) or renew your DGSA certificate.
The aims of CBT, making suitable decisions about equipment and clothing, and meeting the eyesight rules.
Advice on having passengers in your campervan, including seat belt rules and where to sit.
Get a UK Licence for the Community to transport goods by road to or through the EU, Liechtenstein and Switzerland, and the rules you have to follow.
Find out if your heavy goods vehicle (HGV) or trailer needs a ministry plate and plating certificate, how to get them and what to do if you lose or damage them.
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