General Driving Rules, Signals & Speed Limits

You MUST NOT use a hand-held mobile phone, or similar device, for any purpose when driving or when supervising a learner driver. This applies even when stationary in traffic. The only exceptions are calling 999/112 in a genuine emergency or making a contactless payment at a terminal while the vehicle is completely stationary. - [Rule 149](rule_149)

Double white lines where the line nearer to you is solid means you MUST NOT cross or straddle it unless it is safe and you need to enter adjoining premises or a side road, or overtake a pedal cycle, horse or road maintenance vehicle travelling at 10 mph or less. - [Rule 129](rule_129)

According to the speed limit table, goods vehicles (up to 7.5 tonnes) have a maximum speed limit of 70 mph on motorways. Note that it is 60 mph if the vehicle is articulated. - [Rule 124](rule_124)

If you have driven through deep water your brakes may be less effective. Test them at the first safe opportunity by pushing gently on the brake pedal. - [Rule 121](rule_121)

You MUST NOT use front or rear fog lights unless visibility is seriously reduced, and you MUST switch them off when visibility improves. - [Rule 114](rule_114)

DVSA officers and Traffic officers have the power to stop vehicles on all roads (including motorways). They will attract your attention by flashing amber lights (from the front or behind). - [Rule 107](rule_107)

The safest way to brake is to do so early and lightly. - [Rule 117](rule_117)

Skidding is usually caused by the driver braking, accelerating or steering too harshly or driving too fast for the road conditions. Remove the cause by releasing the brake pedal fully or easing off the accelerator. - [Rule 119](rule_119)

Remove the cause by releasing the brake pedal fully or easing off the accelerator. Turn the steering wheel in the direction of the skid. - [Rule 119](rule_119)

You MUST NOT drive or park in a cycle lane marked by a solid white line during its times of operation. - [Rule 140](rule_140)