Contents
01The driver
A message from the chief driving examiner
Attitude
Good habits
Health
Learner drivers
New drivers
Older drivers
Disabled drivers
02The driver and the law
Your driving licence
Insurance
Vehicle registration certificate (V5C)
Vehicle excise duty
Vehicle test certificate
Roadworthiness
The Highway Code
Seat belts
Loading your vehicle
03The controls
Driving position
The hand controls
The foot controls
Switches
Other controls
04Mirrors
Mirrors
Adjusting mirrors
Using mirrors
Blind spots
The mirrors and hazards
MSM routine
05Starting to drive
Getting started
Vehicle checks
Starting the engine
Moving off
Braking
Stopping in an emergency
Skidding
The parking brake
Steering
Changing gear
Signalling
Moving off at an angle
Moving off on hills
06Traffic signs
The purpose of traffic signs
Signs giving warning
Signs giving orders
Signs giving directions and other information
Waiting restrictions
Road markings
Traffic lights
Traffic calming
Level crossings
07On the road
Awareness and anticipation
Road positioning
Bends
Stopping distance
Separation distance
Overtaking
Obstructions
Pedestrian crossings
Driving on hills
Tunnels
Trams or LRT systems
08Junctions
Approaching a junction
The junction routine
Turning
Emerging
Lanes at junctions
Types of junction
Junctions on hills
Junctions on dual carriageways
Roundabouts
09Manoeuvring
Before manoeuvring
Reversing
Turning around
Parking
10Defensive driving
Defensive driving
Observation
Signalling
Hazards
Lighting and weather conditions
Other road users
11Driving on motorways
Driving on motorways
Motorway signs and signals
Joining a motorway
On the motorway
Lane discipline
Overtaking
Leaving a motorway
Weather conditions
Stopping on motorways
Motorways at night
Roadworks
The novice driver
12All-weather driving
Your vehicle
Ensuring a clear view
Wet roads
Crosswinds
Fog
Snow and ice
Bright sunshine and hot weather
13Driving at night
Your vehicle lights
Driving in the dark
Built-up areas
Overtaking or following at night
Parking at night
Meeting other vehicles
14Basic maintenance
Fuel
Oils and coolant
Steering and suspension
Brakes
Tyres
Electrical systems
Basic fault-finding
15Breakdowns
Breakdowns
Breakdowns on motorways
On dual carriageways
Punctures and blow-outs
16Incidents, accidents and emergencies
The scene of an incident
First aid on the road
Fire and electric shock
Tunnels
17Ecosafe driving and the environment
What you can do
Ecosafe driving
Choosing a vehicle
Vehicle maintenance
Alternatives to driving
18Avoiding and dealing with congestion
Journey planning
While driving
Active traffic management
Highways Agency traffic officers
Urban congestion
19Towing a trailer
Towing regulations
Safety
Driving techniques
20Vehicle security
Security measures
Parking
21European driving
Travelling to Europe
Planning your journey
Driving in Europe
22Automatics and four-wheel drive
Automatics
Four-wheel drive
23Driving taxis
First steps to becoming a taxi driver
Passenger care
Professional driving
Driving taxis
Passengers with special needs
24Further information
Reviewing your driving
Organisations providing advanced driving tests
Mobility centres
Recognising basic faults
Index