New rules targeting drug-drivers are now in effect across England and Wales. With an increase in the number of learner drivers and fully fledged motorists taking to the roads under the influence of narcotics, Book Theory Test Today examines what the new laws mean for those caught offending.
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Feb 15
Splashing Pedestrians | Is it Illegal?
One of the more bizarre motoring questions asked by a blog follower this week, but a perfectly valid one. Book Theory Test Today clarifies the ‘law’ on splashing pedestrians.
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Feb 15
For Better Driving in Britain Take Away Road Markings and Signs
It’s a craze that has swept across Europe, the removal of road markings and signs in order to improve driver safety. Bizarre maybe, but it seems to work. This is Book Theory Test Today and Britain without road markings.
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Feb 15
I Did Not Know That | Parking on Double Yellow Lines Decriminalised
In an ongoing battle with a local business regarding parking on double yellow lines, I was informed that it was no longer a police matter. It’s likely then that double yellow questions on the theory test have changed. So, I did some research to find out what you need to know.
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Feb 15
Motorcycle Lane Filtering | Is It Legal In The UK?
In some countries across the world, motorcycle lane filtering, or ‘lane splitting’, is outlawed. Book Theory Test Today reveals the rules for the UK.
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Feb 15
Why are Cheating Learner Drivers on the Rise?
Over the last 12 months, 670 cases of impersonators taking theory tests & practical driving exams have been exposed. The problem has been much publicised, but is anyone really getting to the root of why people are cheating? Book Theory Test Today offers a perspective.
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Jan 15
Book Theory Test Today – White Van Drivers Voted Worst for Tailgating Offences
Despite being subjected to the same theory test and practical driving exam as car drivers, white van drivers continue to ignore driving laws. Book Theory Test Today assesses the outcome of a recent survey, which votes white van drivers as the worst for tailgating.
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Jan 15
Revealed – Wolverhampton Driving Test Routes – Part Two
Since the DVSA [then known as the DSA] stopped publishing driving test routes for Wolverhampton in 2010, learner motorists have been unable to familiarise themselves with potential test routes.
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Jan 15
Revealed – Wolverhampton Driving Test Routes – Part One
Since the DVSA [then known as the DSA] stopped publishing driving test routes for Wolverhampton in 2010, learner motorists have been unable to familiarise themselves with potential test routes. It has taken us a while to compile these, but Book Theory Test Today can reveal what we believe to be the most current routes. Here […]
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Jan 15
How Long Does It Take To Learn To Drive?
Surprisingly, this is a commonly asked question and even more surprisingly, experts have managed to come up with a formula to calculate the average time it ‘should’ take a learner driver to get a full licence. It was certainly interesting enough to get the attention of Book Theory Test Today.
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Dec 14
Have You Ever Wondered Why We Drive on the Left in Britain?
Book Theory Test Today offers an insight into why British drivers drive on the left…
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Dec 14
Talks Begin to Implement Restricted Driving Licences for Young Drivers
Back in July, Book Theory Test Today published this blog. It would appear that the day of reckoning has now arrived as talks open about introducing restricted licences for young drivers. Book Theory Test Today looks at the implications. Â
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Dec 14
Oh No! Churchill Car Insurance Uncovers Shocking Truth about Britain’s Drivers
Churchill has landed British drivers in the dog house with a new survey revealing that two-thirds of experienced UK motorists would fail the theory test if they took it again today. Book Theory Test Today investigates.
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Dec 14
Driving Instructors in Northern Ireland want MOT for Drivers every 10 years
An interesting idea put forward by driving instructors in Northern Ireland. Book Theory Test Today investigates.
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Nov 14
Attention New Drivers! Are You Insured?
Every year over 10,000 drivers are banned within months of getting their driving licence. Half of those banned are caught driving without insurance. Book Theory Test Today investigates.
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Nov 14
Book Theory Test Today: Cost of Learning to Drive Exceeds £1,000
Book Theory Test Today blogger analyses the current cost of learning to drive. Learner driver? New Government data reveals that learner motorists are now paying more than ever to achieve driving independence. The Book Theory Test Today blogger says: “On average, learner motorists require 47 hours prior to passing the practical driving test which, at […]
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Nov 14
Paper Driving Licence to be Phased Out
Book Theory Test Today blogger examines the end of another era…
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Nov 14
Driving Test under Threat as DVSA Staff Quit
Book Theory Test Today blogger investigates what commentators have called the driving test ‘time bomb’.
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Nov 14
I’ve Passed My Driving Test Do I Need ‘P’ Plates?
The Book Theory Test Today blogger provides an in-depth guide to ‘P’ plates.
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Oct 14
RAC vs. DVSA
Book Theory Test Today – Road Wars! DVSA & RAC Clash Over Tax Disc The scrapping of the paper tax disc appears to be causing a few ripples across the motoring world. Book Theory Test Today investigates a feud between the RAC and the DVSA. Strap yourselves in!
