This blog is all about introducing you to the driving test changes that are set to be introduced in England, Scotland, and Wales from 4 December 2017. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency have confirmed this news to help new drivers to have a safe driving experience and can feel more comfortable & independent on the roads. The purpose of the changes are to help reduce road accidents, to keep up to date with driving tests, vehicle technology, and the environment. The new driving rules have been designed to make sure that new drivers have required skills to drive safely for life.
Find the new changes that will only apply to car driving tests and will start on Monday, 4 December 2017.
The 4 New Exciting Driving Test Changes 2017
Independent Driving Will Increase to 20 minutes
The independent driving part of the test will now exceed 10 minutes. Currently, it lasts around 10 minutes, but after the changes, it will be increased to 20 minutes. The DVSA explains that during this part of the test, you will have to drive without directions from the driving examiner.
Following Sat Nav Instructions
During the independent driving part of the test, most candidates will be asked to follow sat nav instructions. These directions will be set up and provided by the examiner. So now you don’t need to worry about the route you’re following as you will be examined on how you perform while following the sat nav directions.
Reversing Manoeuvres are Changing
The ‘reverse around a corner’ and ‘turn-in-the-road’ manoeuvres will no longer be tested, but you should still be taught them by your instructor.
You’ll be asked to do one of 3 possible reversing manoeuvres.
- Parallel park at the side of the road.
- Park in a bay – either driving in and reversing out, or reversing in and driving out (the examiner will explain which way.
- Pull up on the right-hand side of the road, reverse for 2 car lengths and rejoin the traffic.
Answering Two Vehicle Safety Questions While You’re Driving
The two questions named as show me, tell me questions will be asked by the examiner, one at the start of the test and one whilst driving.
Hope you’re now well informed about the changes that will come into effect on 4 December 2017. So, what is next? Book an Intensive Driving Course with Pass Now Ltd!
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