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Plans for COMPULSORY DRIVING LESSONS announced by RSA as part of a Graduated Driver Licensing System.

The RSA has announced plans to introduce a Graduated Licensing System. This will include a requirement for first time learner permit holders to undertake compulsory driving lessons from the implementation date. A formal announcement about the GDL content and implementation date will be made before the end of August. See http://www.rsa.ie/Utility/News/Alerts/Statement-on-the-Introduction-of-a-Graduated-Licensing-System/ for the full text of the RSA announcement.

NEW VERSION of Driver Theory Test BOOK & CD-ROM

To prepare to pass the Driver Theory Test candidates should study 4th Edition – May 2009 of the Official Driver Theory Test Book and CD-Rom (Blue Cover)which is available to buy on-line at www.theorytest.ie and in bookstores nationwide A significant revision of the Driver Theory Test came into effect on 30 May 2009. Approximately 10% of question bank has been refreshed and updated across all licence categories. The complete list of updated questions is published in the 4th Edition of the Book and CD-Rom. Aproximately 140 questions out of 1400 have been amended, updated or replaced. These include a number of legislative changes to licensing regulations, the introduction of Digital Tachographs, and changes to speed limit rules. New Stopping distance information in the Rules of the Road have been added. Updates to Hazard Perception questions are also included which test a candidate's ability to analyse a potentially hazardous situation and select the correct course of action. The improvements to the test are designed to be a more thorough examination of a candidates' knowledge and understanding of the rules of the road and the safety considerations behind these rules. It will assist them to become safer drivers.

PASS YOUR THEORY TEST FIRST TIME - BOOK & CD Special Offer

" Take Practice Tests Using the Actual Questions and Screens You Will See In Your Test" --- To help Candidates better prepare for their Driver Theory Test, for a limited period only we are offering a Special Offer on the combined "Official Driver Theory Test 4th Edition - Book and CD-Rom Pack". At a discounted price of €33 (including delivery) you will save 25% on the normal price. This is less than the cost of buying them in book shops. You will receive both the Book and CD-Rom to help you prepare for your theory test. The book contains all the up to date questions used in the Driver Theory Test and with the CD-ROM you can take practice tests using the actual screens and questions you will see in the real test. That way you can be sure you are well prepared to pass your test first time. This offer is only available on-line from our web site web site.

ATTTENTION TRUCK, BUS & MIni-BUS DRIVERS - New Theory Test

New regulations mean that anyone now holding a Truck or Bus Learner Permit also needs to pass the 'Driver CPC theory test' BEFORE they can apply to take the Truck or Bus Driving & Practical Tests. To obtain a Truck or Bus Learner Permit they must still pass the Truck or Bus Driver Theory Test first, and then apply to a Motor Taxation Office (MTO) for their learner permit. If a Driver intends to drive a Truck, Bus or Mini-Bus (Truck License class C, C1, EC and EC1, Bus Licence class D, D1, ED and ED1) professionally, you must now hold a Driver Certificate of Professional Competency (CPC)qualification. To obtain a Driver CPC qualification a candidates must first obtain a CATEGORY C or D Learner Permit and then pass the Driver CPC Theory Test, before taking the RSA driving & practical tests. For more information on the Driver CPC theory test and how to book, please click on the BUS OR TRUCK Section on the www.theorytest.ie home page. The Road Safety Authority has published full details of the new Driver CPC requirements on its website http://www.rsa.ie/SERVICES/RSA_Services/CPC_Unit.html

Laser Card Transactions - Online Shop

Please Note: We can currently only process Laser Cards with the 'Maestro" symbol on the back for Online Shop Orders. We cannot currently process Telephone Shop Orders using Laser Cards. Bookings for Tests are unaffected and can be completed Online or on the Telephone using all Laser Card Types

NOWOŚĆ - POLSKI LEKTOR NA EGZAMINIE TEORETYCZNYM NA PRAWO JAZDY KATEGORII B (SAMOCHÓD)

Od poniedziałku 9go lutego 2009 r, na egzaminie teoretycznym na prawo jazdy kategorii ‘B’ (samochód) skorzystać bedzie można z polskiego lektora. Test z polskim lektorem dostępny będzie we wszystkich ośrodkach egzaminacyjnych na terenie całego kraju. Test teoretyczny na prawo jazdy kategorii ‘B’ (samochód) przedstawiony będzie po angielsku na ekranie, jednak będzie można wysłuchać pytań i odpowiedzi w języku polskim na słuchawkach dostępnych podczas egzaminu. Test z polskim lektorem można zamówić bezpośrednio na stronie internetowej www.theorytest.ie lub telefonicznie dzwoniąc na numer 1890 606 106.

Please note: New Regulations for DTT and CPC

Applying to Speed Limit Changes effective 1st February 2009.
Amended Questions here
CPC Speed Limit Changes

Practice Test Now Available on Your Mobile Phone

A new Mobile Phone Practice Test Service is now available. To help candidates preparing for their car theory test 4 different practice theory tests can be downloaded on to your Mobile Phone for a fee. You can practice on real questions based on the Official Driver Theory Test question bank to see if you are ready to take the theory test. You can start and stop the test at any time, practice on questions that are used in the actual test, instantly be told if you have passed or failed, see what questions you got wrong and take the test again as many times as you like. This is a flexible and convenient way for candidates who have studied the Official Driver Theory Test Book and CD-ROM to see if they are ready to take and pass the car theory test. To access the service candidates simply Text PDTT1 or PDTT2 or PDTT3 or PDTT4 To 57800. Four different practice tests are available to download at a cost of € 5 per download.

ATTENTION ALL BUS DRIVERS! New Licence Process & Theory Test for Bus & Coach Drivers From Sept 10, 2008

New Legislative requirements require all Bus Drivers who wish to drive professionally i.e. for 'Hire or Reward.' This is in addition to the Bus Category Driver Theory Test to complete a Certificate of professional Competence (CPC) exam. Anyone applying for a bus licence on or after 10th September 2008 are required to pass a further theory test in addition to the ordinary bus theory test if they wish to become a professional bus driver. For further booking information please click on CPC Icon on this page www.theorytest.ie which provides details on how to book and where you can download the application form. The Road Safety Authority has published full details in an Information Note on CPC for Professional Bus/Coach Drivers, available from the RSA website »

New Official Theory Test Book & CD

The latest version of the Official Driver Theory Test Book and CD (Third Edition Blue Cover) is now available. This should be used from 1 September 2008 to prepare for driver theory test exams. It contains the full list of the current exam questions and answers. The book and CD-Rom are now available for purchase from this web site and from leading book stores around the country.

New eVoucher Payment Service Launched

From 2 July a new eVoucher service is being introduced allowing candidates to purchase a voucher for cash in shops around the country using the Payzone network. This eVoucher can then be used to book and pay for a theory test on the Web or through the telephone booking line.

Buy Test Revision Material On-Line

You can now buy the Official Driver Theory Test Book and CD on-line and have it delivered to your door. Check out the ‘Revision Materials’ link on theorytest.ie for more details, and make sure you are well prepared for your test.

SMS & E-Mail Reminder Service Launched

SMS text & e-mail test appointment reminders are being introduced from 2 July. When you book your test and supply a mobile phone number or e-mail address, you will be sent an SMS or e-mail reminder message 24 hours before your test appointment time.

Laser Cards Now Accepted for Theory Test Payment

From 1 July you can now book a Driver Theory Test using Laser card in addition to the current credit card, cheque and postal order payment methods. The quickest and most convenient way to book your test is using Laser card via On-line booking service which is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Laser can also be used when booking through the telephone booking line.

New Test Centre opens in Wicklow

A brand new Driver Theory Test centre opened recently in Wicklow town. Located at Wentworth Hall, Wentworth Place, Wicklow, the new centre has a larger capacity and new layout providing a streamlined check-in process, enhanced security and a more comfortable and relaxed environment for candidates.