Driving Theory UK Notes
● Reflective studs
○ Red - hard shoulder
○ Green - slip road leaving or joining
● When entering dual carriageway check central reservation is big
enough for your vehicle
● Minimum tread is 1.6mm for cars and trailers
● White zigzag lines
○ Leading to and from pedestrian crossing
○ No parking or overtaking
● Drive is the main cause of skidding
● Street lights, 30 mph
● Hard shoulder is for emergency not for rest
● Register with a vehicle watch scheme to keep your car secure
● When parking on 40mph leave parking lights on
● To rejoin the carriage way from the emergency area, you must use the
emergency telephone and follow their advice
● Minimum insurance is 3rd party only
● After passing driving test you can tow up to 3,500 kg - for more you
need another test
● MOTs are valid for 1 year
● Do not attempt even simple repairs
● In tunnels variable message signs warn you
● Disabled's vehicles have flashing amber light on dual carriageways
● Never park in disabled spot
● T junctions are No through roads
● Old engine oil needs to be taken to local-authority
● If vehicle pulls to one side, check brakes
● Under-inflated tyres increase stopping distance and fuel consumption
● Lower gear gives more engine braking
● Add chains to wheels to prevent skidding in deep snow
● Pedestrian in reflective clothing with bright red light is an organised
walk
● Variable speed limits reduce traffic bunching on motorway
● Mirror then signal
Key topics
● Signs
● White lines and parking
● Crossings
● Reflective studs
○ Red - hard shoulder
○ Green - slip road leaving or joining
● When entering dual carriageway check central reservation is big
enough for your vehicle
● Minimum tread is 1.6mm for cars and trailers
● White zigzag lines
○ Leading to and from pedestrian crossing
○ No parking or overtaking
● Drive is the main cause of skidding
● Street lights, 30 mph
● Hard shoulder is for emergency not for rest
● Register with a vehicle watch scheme to keep your car secure
● When parking on 40mph leave parking lights on
● To rejoin the carriage way from the emergency area, you must use the
emergency telephone and follow their advice
● Minimum insurance is 3rd party only
● After passing driving test you can tow up to 3,500 kg - for more you
need another test
● MOTs are valid for 1 year
● Do not attempt even simple repairs
● In tunnels variable message signs warn you
● Disabled's vehicles have flashing amber light on dual carriageways
● Never park in disabled spot
● T junctions are No through roads
● Old engine oil needs to be taken to local-authority
● If vehicle pulls to one side, check brakes
● Under-inflated tyres increase stopping distance and fuel consumption
● Lower gear gives more engine braking
● Add chains to wheels to prevent skidding in deep snow
● Pedestrian in reflective clothing with bright red light is an organised
walk
● Variable speed limits reduce traffic bunching on motorway
● Mirror then signal
Key topics
● Signs
● White lines and parking
● Crossings
