The Driving Standards Agency (DSA) have released some further information on forthcoming changes to the Driving Test.

The information available here outlines the changes that are to take place and points to an updated version of their ‘Are You Ready’ video available on their YouTube site.

This latest information follows on from the post that BADDIA placed previously regarding the DSA’s YouTube Video that focused on the Independent Driving Element that forms Part of the changes to the Driving Test from October 2010.

These impending changes to the test include:
Independent Driving
One manoeuvre out of four instead of two
and result from the Learning to Drive Public Consultation previously carried out by the agency.

The First change introduced case study questions into the theory test in autumn 2009.

Other changes, already introduced, include the assessment of eco-safe driving on the Driving test and bringing in additional vehicle safety check questions (also known as the show me tell me questions). Candidates are currently asked two questions from a list extended to nineteen such questions.

Those who have been following the changes over the years will know that the Driving Test has changed significantly, in terms of test content and assessment criteria, as compared to that experienced by those of us who took the test prior to 1997.

Comments please from driving instructors and driving schools who are BADDIA (Bedford and District Driving Instructors Association) members giving driving lessons, Pass Plus, a2om BTEC in Driving Science, advanced lessons, automatic lessons, disabled lessons, towing lessons, refresher courses, motorway lessons, fleet training, instructor training, in preparation for driving tests or driver improvement in the Bedford area

The issue of driver licencing requirements when towing a trailer is an issue that can cause confusion for motorists.

The Driving Standards Agency reminder points to information here

A key point is the change in driving entitlements that came into effect for drivers who passed their tests from early 1997 onward.

Some BADDIA members offer specialist trailer towing training for those wishing to take the B+E test.  Relevant information can be found here

Comments please from driving instructors and driving schools who are BADDIA (Bedford and District Driving Instructors Association) members giving driving lessons, Pass Plus, a2om BTEC in Driving Science, advanced lessons, automatic lessons, disabled lessons, towing lessons, refresher courses, motorway lessons, fleet training, instructor training, in preparation for driving tests or driver improvement in the Bedford area