The driving test has changed
From Monday 4 December 2017, the way the car driving test works in England, Scotland and Wales has changed.

The changes are designed to make sure new drivers have the skills they’ll need to help them through a lifetime of safe driving.

 

Driving test changes: 4 December 2017

Driving instructor and pupil

Read an overview of the 4 main changes to the driving test and why we’ve made them.

Driving test changes: 4 December 2017

Quick guide for learner drivers

Driving instructor and pupilOur quick guide for learner drivers explains how the whole test will work – from booking it, right through to what happens on the day and how you get your licence.

Driving test: cars

‘Show me, tell me’ questions

Driving instructor and pupilThe ‘show me, tell me’ questions have been updated, and the ‘show me’ question will now be asked while you’re driving.

Car ‘show me, tell me’ vehicle safety questions

Videos about the test

Driving instructor and pupilWe’ve published a new video today showing how the test now works. You can also watch videos about some of the manoeuvres, and the ‘show me, tell me’ questions.

Driving test changes playlist on YouTubeWe’ve removed our videos about the old driving test.