The move, which is hoped will mean learner drivers get a better understanding of driving theory, means that the once published questions will no longer be published and learners will have to rely on gaining a fuller knowledge of theory rather than relying on learning which answer is correct for each question.

In addition the new theory test books have new exercises and revision support with new sections for motorcyclists and a free e-book for car drivers.

if a vehicle is found to be without a licence plate then “An offense under this section is a misdemeanour punishable by a fine not to exceed $200.” This makes it unclear to law enforcement as to whether they can impose a fine for not displaying a licence plate. This remains in force until a review in January 2013 unless they choose to review it earlier.

Note that in the UK it is still an offence not to display a number plate, punishable by a fine of up to £1,000.

The survey of over 8,000 young people also revealed that nearly 60% had feared for their lives when in a vehicle driven by one of their friends. For the full survey results visit the Road Safety Week website

• 24% have been a passenger with a young driver who had taken drugs or alcohol or both
• 54% have been a passenger with a young driver who has broken speed limits by more than 10mph
• 82% of young people support restrictions of at least one type for novice drivers

Advice comes in the form of four key areas by being informed, prepared, aware and wise.

Be Informed

Check weather and travel updates to properly plan your journey to take into account problems on the road network which will put more time on your journey

Be Prepared

Check that your vehicle is ready for winter driving by checking anti-freeze, lights, battery and tyres. Keep an emergency kit in your vehicle; include things like an ice scraper, torch, blankets, jump leads, a road map and first aid kit.

Be Aware

Advice for driving carefully and adjusting your driving style to match those of the surrounding conditions, for example driving up a hill and keeping a steady speed and perhaps considering delaying a journey to allow time for salt spreaders to get onto the roads.

Be Wise

Watch out for changes in the road where there may be formations of ice and more specific tips on driving in Fog, snow, rain and windy weather

Read more winter driving tips on the Highways Agency website

Out of the 10,000, those that have 25 points or more have a range of offences from uninsured driving, mobile phone, speeding and driving without due care and attention. Normally when a motorist reaches 12 points they face a totting disqualification, usually 6 months.Arguments of Exceptional hardship can be put forward in situations where a driver is facing disqualification as a result of totting.

The new offence will have a maximum sentence of 5 years in prison and will allow courts to punish offenders who cause serious injury to others. The maximum sentence for causing Death by Dangerous Driving is 14 years.

The new offence will be included in the Governments Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Bill.

Call our solicitors today on 0800 2800 912 for fully qualified legal advice on drink driving offences.

Magistrates Court summons for drink driving

If you have received a Magistrates Court summons for drink driving our solicitors can advise you on how to immediately deal with the summons and then how to challenge the allegations. We offer various services from representation at trials at any Magistrates or Crown Court in England or Wales.

Drink Driving Legal Advice

If you have been caught drink driving you really need prompt legal advice from a specialist solicitor. There are various defences that can be used and you should have an experienced solicitor advising you. Read our drink driving offence guide for more information.

Drink Driving Punishment

The guideline punishment for drink driving offences can be 6 months in prison, fine up to £5000, 3-11 points and disqualification from driving for a minimum period of 12 months (36 months for a second offence). Many defences revolove around a technical nature, but even factual defences may require the evidence from an expert.

Call us 0800 2800 912 for drink driving advice

We also offer the opportunity to come into our offices for a face to face consultation with one of our motoring solicitors. To book an appointment please call us on 0800 2800 912. Please see our appointment page for more information about our location.

Our offices

We are located on the Bucks, Beds and Herts border with excellent rail and road links. Our offices have ample free parking available.

By Rail

There are two stations, Tring and Cheddington, on the London Midlands line 3 miles form our offices providing easy access from Milton Keynes, London and Birmingham.

By Road

We are an hour’s drive from Central London and Oxford and have the M40, M25 and M1 within easy driving distance.

9% of the respondents admitted that they even surfed the web whilst at the wheel. A 2009 American study revealed that drivers are 23 times more likely to cause a crash if driving whilst distracted by texting. An Ofcom report has also warned about phone addiction with some users not being able to go without checking their phone for short periods of time.

Call our solicitors today on 0800 2800 912 for fully qualified legal advice on driving offences such as drink driving, dangerous driving, careless driving and speeding.

If you have received a Notice of Intended Prosecution, Summons to go to court or Fixed Penalty Notice our solicitors can advise you on how to deal with it or contest the allegations. We then offer various services from representation at trials at any Surrey Magistrates or Crown Courts as well as appeals.

Motoring Lawyers Surrey including Chertsey, Dorking, Farnham, Godalming, Guildford, Haslemere, Horley, Leatherhead, Reigate, Staines, Walton-on-Thames, Weybridge, Woking.

Driving Offence Advice – 0800 2800 912

Our specialist driving offence lawyers offer fully qualified and experienced legal advice on any Surrey road traffic offence. For a full list of the motoring offences we can advise on please see our offence guides.

Talk to our lawyers about your driving offence

We also offer the opportunity to come into our offices for a face to face consultation with one of our motoring lawyers. To book an appointment please call us on 0800 2800 912. Please see our appointment page for more information about our location.

Our offices

We are located on the Bucks, Beds and Herts border with excellent rail and road links. Our offices have ample free parking available.

By Rail

There are two stations, Tring and Cheddington, on the London Midlands line 3 miles form our offices providing easy access from Milton Keynes, London and Birmingham.

By Road

We are an hour’s drive from Central London and Oxford and have the M40, M25 and M1 within easy driving distance.

Call our solicitors today on 0800 2800 912 for fully qualified legal advice on driving offences such as drink driving, dangerous driving, careless driving and speeding.

If you have received a Notice of Intended Prosecution, Summons to go to court or Fixed Penalty Notice our solicitors can advise you on how to deal with it or contest the allegations. We then offer various services from representation at trials at any Tyne and Wear Magistrates or Crown Courts as well as appeals.

Motoring Lawyers Tyne and Wear including Gateshead, Hetton, Jarrow, South Shields, Tynemouth, Wallsend, Washington.

Driving Offence Advice – 0800 2800 912

Our specialist driving offence lawyers offer fully qualified and experienced legal advice on any Tyne and Wear road traffic offence. For a full list of the motoring offences we can advise on please see our offence guides.

Talk to our lawyers about your driving offence

We also offer the opportunity to come into our offices for a face to face consultation with one of our motoring lawyers. To book an appointment please call us on 0800 2800 912. Please see our appointment page for more information about our location.

Our offices

We are located on the Bucks, Beds and Herts border with excellent rail and road links. Our offices have ample free parking available.

By Rail

There are two stations, Tring and Cheddington, on the London Midlands line 3 miles form our offices providing easy access from Milton Keynes, London and Birmingham.

By Road

We are an hour’s drive from Central London and Oxford and have the M40, M25 and M1 within easy driving distance.