Rule 144 You MUST NOT drive dangerously drive without due care and attention drive without reasonable consideration for other road users. Law RTA 1988 sects 2 & 3 as amended by RTA 1991 Rule 145 You MUST NOT drive on…

Lane discipline Rule 133 If you need to change lane, first use your mirrors and if necessary take a quick sideways glance to make sure you will not force another road user to change course or speed. When it is…

See ‘Road markings’ to see diagrams of all lines. Rule 127 A broken white line. This marks the centre of the road. When this line lengthens and the gaps shorten, it means that there is a hazard ahead. Do not…

Braking Rule 117 In normal circumstances. The safest way to brake is to do so early and lightly. Brake more firmly as you begin to stop. Ease the pressure off just before the vehicle comes to rest to avoid a…

Rule 113 You MUST ensure all sidelights and rear registration plate lights are lit between sunset and sunrise use headlights at night, except on a road which has lit street lighting. These roads are generally restricted to a speed limit…

Rule 107 Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency Officers have powers to stop vehicles on all roads, including motorways and trunk roads, in England and Wales. They will attract your attention by flashing amber lights either from the front requesting you…

Rule 103 Signals warn and inform other road users, including pedestrians (see ‘Signals to other road users’), of your intended actions. You should always give clear signals in plenty of time, having checked it is not misleading to signal at…