Archive for June, 2008

Important Changes to the Practical Driving Test from September 2008

Sunday, June 22nd, 2008

On all practical driving tests taken from 10 September 2008, an assessment will be made of a candidate’s ability to drive in a way that demonstrates recognition of the principles of ‘Eco safe driving’. Eco-safe driving is a recognised and proven style of driving that contributes to road safety whilst reducing fuel consumption and emissions.

Candidates who complete a driving test in any of the licence categories will receive feedback on their eco-safe driving skills as part of the debrief at the end of the test. They will also receive a fold out leaflet containing more detailed information to help them to drive in an economic and ecologically friendly manner.

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Petition to reduce Fuel Taxation

Thursday, June 5th, 2008

Sick of the price of fuel at the moment? Then join over 200,000 people and sign the petition to lower the current levels of taxation on fuels (Petrol, Diesel, Heating Oil and Gas) within all UK territories by at least 30%. Click here to sign the petition before the closing date of 17 June 2008.

Latest DSA Test Fee Increase Proposals

Thursday, June 5th, 2008

The DSA are planning to increase their fees in March 2009, taking the price of a theory test to £34 and a normal weekday practical driving test up to £64. Click here to download a full list of the proposed fee changes.

Learning to Drive – Have Your Say!

Wednesday, June 4th, 2008

DSA Learning to Drive Consultation

On 7 May, Transport Secretary Ruth Kelly announced the publication of the Government consultation paper, Learning to Drive. The document ignores calls for a minimum learner period and mandatory lessons with an ADI in favour of a radical overhaul of the driving test and tighter regulations for instructors, including the introduction of a star rating system based on pass rates.

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Changes to UK Driving Tests from 1st July 2008

Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008

showtellFrom 1st July 2008, additional Safety Check (or ‘Show Me, Tell Me’) questions will be asked at the start of all learner and ADI Part 2 practical driving tests. The new questions cover the following: Use of wipers, Demisters, Brake lights, Fog lights, Head restraints, Anti-lock braking system (ABS), Warning lights and the correct operation of relevant controls and switches. The full document containing all the questions can be found here. The additional questions to the ones currently in use are as follows:

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