Latest News About DVSA driving test updates

The 2025 trial reduced stops from four to three while sat-nav integration extended independent driving and emergency stop events cut to about once every seven tests, with ongoing monitoring of impacts. In 2026, booking rule changes limit changes to two per appointment and allow cancellations up to 10 working days in advance, while local-centre emphasis and real-world driving scenarios feature in updates. These measures aim to reflect safer, more realistic driving and lower learner booking volatility.