Learn between lessons

Theory test revision and practice

Official DVSA revision material and free practice tests to prepare for the car theory test.

10 min read

Book your theory test

The official booking service for the car theory test - beware of unofficial sites that charge extra.

2 min read

The Highway Code

Essential reading for every road user - the rules, signs and advice you need to know.

Reference

Theory test: what to expect

How the theory test works - multiple choice and hazard perception - and how to book it.

8 min read

Hazard perception: training your eyes

What the hazard perception test looks for and how to spot developing hazards earlier.

6 min read

What happens during the driving test

Know exactly what to expect on test day: the eyesight check, show me/tell me questions and independent driving.

8 min read

Understanding your driving test result

How the test is marked, what the different faults mean, and what happens whether you pass or fail.

5 min read

Book your practical driving test

Check availability and book your practical test at your chosen test centre.

2 min read

Know Your Car: Lights and Air Vents

A labelled photo of the dashboard controls in the tuition car, showing the light switch, fog lights, headlight beam level, dashboard dimmer and air vents. Handy for the Show Me, Tell Me questions.

Know Your Car: Under the Bonnet

A labelled photo of the engine bay showing where everything lives: coolant, brake fluid, engine oil, windscreen washer fluid, battery and air filter. Perfect revision for the Tell Me questions.

Know Your Car: Climate Controls

A labelled photo of the climate control panel in the tuition car, covering demisters, air conditioning, fan speed, recirculation and heated seats. Useful for the Show Me questions on demisting.

Show me, tell me vehicle safety questions

The official list of vehicle safety questions you could be asked at the start of your practical test.

6 min read

Learn to drive a car: step by step

The official step-by-step guide - from applying for your provisional licence to passing your test.

5 min read

The cockpit drill and moving off

DSSSM: doors, seat, steering, seatbelt, mirrors - then mirrors, signal, blind spot, and move off calmly.

5 min read

Parallel parking: reference points

A calm, repeatable routine for parallel parking using reference points rather than guesswork.

7 min read

Roundabouts: the MSM routine

How to approach, position and exit roundabouts safely using Mirror–Signal–Manoeuvre.

6 min read

Motorway driving: Highway Code rules 253 to 273

The official Highway Code section covering joining, lane discipline, overtaking and leaving motorways.

15 min read

Left Lane: Online Driving Game

A free browser driving game that gets you thinking about road position, observations and hazard awareness between lessons.

DriveSim: UK Driving Simulator

A free UK driving simulator you can play in your browser. Practise junctions, roundabouts and clutch-free driving from home.