What is the purpose of a driving test? 

The Road safety Authority offers a wealth of useful guidance about the purpose of and preparing for you driving test.  Here are some tips from the leaflet https://www.rsa.ie/Documents/Learner%20Drivers/Preparing_driving_test_DL_v2.pdf about the purpose of the di=riving test. What is the Purpose of a Driving Test? The driving test is designed to find out if you: Know the […]

How to become a driver 

APPLY FOR THE THEORY TEST – www.dtts.ie or lo-call 1890606106 Requirements Personal Public Service (P.P.S) Number Date of Birth Fee – €45 Please note that failure to bring correct identification on the day of the theory test may result in your test being cancelled and your fee being lost. SUCCESSFULLY PASSING YOUR THEORY TEST On […]

What are the 12 Essential Driver Training sessions? 

You can apply for your driving test online before you have your 12 Sessions completed, however you cannot be scheduled for your driving test until we receive the confirmation from your ADI Instructor that you have the 12 EDT Sessions completed. The Essential Driver Training course is made up of 12 one-hour Sessions which you must complete before […]

How to apply for a driving licence 

Note that possession of a public services card and a verified MyGovID account will enable applicants to renew their driving licence / learner permit online. Those who are Under 70 and don’t need supporting documents can only apply online. If you bring your Public Services Card (PSC) to the NDLS it will simplify your application […]

Tips for nervous drivers 

The open road, a feeling of freedom and no more buses; for some people, getting their L plates on and into the driving seat can be exhilarating. But for others, the thought of it is enough to make them break out in a sweat. If you’re one of these people, here are some simple steps […]

How to negotiate roundabouts when driving 

It is fair to say that roundabouts are one of the hardest things for beginner drivers to master. Here are three excellent guides to roundabouts. We recommend watching them and practicing when you can. Make sure you read you completely understand it. If you are learning to drive and have any questions, be sure to […]