Washington drivers under 25 now need a work zone course for a first license
North Carolina drops the Driving Eligibility Certificate for teen permits
Pennsylvania hands-free law: $50 fines replace warnings from June 2026 Wednesday 7 January 2026
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UK theory test · Report
Minimum wait between theory and driving test proposed for learners
The Department for Transport has consulted on making car learners wait a set time, possibly 3 or 6 months, after passing the theory test before they can take the practical test.
Thursday 1 January 2026
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Connecticut learner’s permit now needs a work zone safety course
Since 1 January 2026, anyone applying for a Connecticut learner's permit must complete a free online Work Zone Safety Course and hand the certificate to the DMV before the knowledge test.
Monday 1 December 2025
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US driving tests · Change
No REAL ID at the airport now costs $45 for TSA ConfirmID
Since 1 February 2026, air travelers who reach TSA without a REAL ID or other acceptable ID can pay $45 to try identity checks through TSA ConfirmID, valid for 10 days.
Wednesday 13 August 2025
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UK theory test · Change
Theory test adds CPR and defibrillator first aid questions
Car and motorcycle theory test candidates now need to know how to give CPR and use a public defibrillator, as DVSA expands the first aid questions in its bank.
Wednesday 7 May 2025
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US driving tests · Change
REAL ID enforcement begins: what new drivers should ask for
From 7 May 2025, travelers aged 18 and over need a REAL ID-compliant license or ID card, or another accepted ID such as a passport, to pass TSA airport security on domestic flights.
Thursday 10 April 2025
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UK theory test · Change
Highway Code adds Scotland ban on pavement and dropped kerb parking
The Highway Code now says drivers in Scotland must not park on the pavement or at a lowered kerb, bringing the code into line with the Scottish ban enforced since 11 December 2023.
Thursday 20 March 2025
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US driving tests · Change
Wisconsin teens can now take the DMV knowledge test online at home
Wisconsin DMV now lets students aged 15 to 17 take the Class D knowledge test at home with a parent or guardian watching. The online test costs $10 per attempt and in-person testing stays…
Wednesday 1 November 2023
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US driving tests · Change
Oklahoma teens need a Work Zone Safe course for an intermediate license
Since 1 November 2023, Oklahoma teens must complete the online Work Zone Safe course before testing for an intermediate license. A new Farm Driving Permit for 14 to 17 year olds started the same…
Sunday 17 September 2023
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UK theory test · Change
Wales sets 20 mph default on restricted roads from 17 September 2023
Most roads with street lights in Wales dropped from 30 mph to 20 mph on 17 September 2023, and the Highway Code speed limit rules now give a separate figure for Wales.
Friday 25 March 2022
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UK theory test · Change
Hand-held phone ban at the wheel now covers almost every use
Since 25 March 2022 it has been illegal to use a hand-held phone for nearly any purpose while driving, including photos, videos, music and games, and Highway Code rule 149 was updated.
Wednesday 26 January 2022
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UK theory test · Change
Highway Code adds hierarchy of road users from 29 January 2022
The biggest Highway Code update in years took effect on 29 January 2022, adding a hierarchy of road users and new priority rules for people walking, cycling and riding horses.
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