The Official DVSA Guide to Driving Goods Vehicles
New 2026 edition
Contents
Description

Get one step closer to passing your HGV driving test
Whether you’re a learner, an experienced heavy goods vehicle (HGV) driver or even an instructor, The Official DVSA Guide to Driving Goods Vehicles is packed full of advice that will help you stay safe on our roads.
This comprehensive guide is the industry-standard driving manual. Learn how to get the most enjoyment from your driving with the correct skills, attitude and behaviour.
New to this edition:
- Updated information on how to respond in an emergency – learn the most up-to-date advice on first aid and defibrillators.
- Updated information on Driver CPC – understand the difference between National and International Driver CPC training courses.
Key Features:
- The Highway Code – fully updated to align with the latest changes to The Official Highway Code.
- Includes information about the Driver CPC qualification and the national standard for driving lorries – with 10 practice Driver CPC case studies and detailed explanations.
- For your driving life – hints and tips for a lifetime of safe driving, ideal for refreshing your knowledge before and after your test.
Key Benefits:
- Get your licence – expert official advice on every aspect of the HGV driving test, teaching you how to be a successful and safe driver.
- Understand the practical side – understand your vehicle, how to secure a load, health and safety, drivers’ hours and records, and much more.
- Increase your skills in all conditions – expert advice on driving safely and confidently at night, in bad weather conditions, on motorways and through roadworks.
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Reviews
These reviews are from verified purchasers
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Great material
Great book. Helped me with theory. Also would be useful when you just pass. You can read up on the bits you are not entirely sure.
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Passed first time
Studied for my theory, hazard perception and cpc case studies to become a HGV driver, passed all three mentioned first time after sitting the tests one after another, great resource and a handy point of reference for the future.
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Great book
Very informative book. Lots of useful valuable information. I recommend this book to anyone who wishes to drive HGVs for a living.