Learn for Life School of Motoring

B + E Trailer Towing and the DSA Test

For B + E trailer towing in Lincolnshire, choose Learn for Life School of Motoring. Whatever your previous experience, we have a course to suit all levels and abilities. Reversing is easier than you might think, given the right help and tuition.

You will receive tuition from a qualified and experienced ADI and LGV licence holder, one-to-one coaching.

Trailer, Caravan or Horsebox Towing Instruction

If you hold the 'B + E' entitlement, but would like instruction on vehicle handling and reversing, we would be pleased to help you. Please ring to discuss your requirements.

ARE YOU LICENCED TO TOW A TRAILER, HORSEBOX OR CARAVAN? If you passed your driving test after 1st January 1997, you will probably need to pass the DSA's additional B + E trailer driving test. **

(** Depending on vehicle & trailer weights - Please see DSA website for full and exact licence details)

If you have never towed a trailer before and need to start from scratch, we can guide you through the whole procedure, leading up to the B + E driving test. We have a B + E trailer towing course to suit you!

If you are thinking of taking the B + E test, we would strongly advise you to undertake an assessment session, so that you know what to expect, and which areas you may need to improve on. This lasts 2 hours, costs £55.00 and will include:

• Full briefing on the DSA practical B + E test
• The 'Show me - Tell me' safety questions
• Demonstration and practice of the reverse manoeuvre
• Explanation and practice of the braking exercise
• Explanation and practice of the uncoupling / coupling exercise
• Assessment drive and appraisal
• Written 'Action Plan' if appropriate

For those with trailer towing experience who would like some help and guidance on the DSA B + E test, we can also help.

Use your own vehicle, or we can provide both CAR and TRAILER.

The DSA's B + E Trailer Towing Test

The test comprises:

• Eyesight test and some "Show me - Tell me" safety questions
• Reverse manoeuvre from one bay, across the manoeuvring area and into another bay
• Controlled braking exercise
• Uncoupling / re-coupling exercise
• Drive of about one hour - including approx 10 mins of 'independent driving'*

*Independent Driving - the new DSA driving test - In common with all DSA driving tests, the B + E test will, from October 4th 2010, include about 10 mins of independent driving, involving the candidate following a route without step-by-step directions. Please see our page, 'The New Driving Test' for more details, or give us a call.

The exercises are undertaken at the test centre, and the test conducted from there. The standard of driving required is in line with that for the LGV driving test, on which the B + E test is based. You will be expected to demonstrate and apply good anticipation and situational awareness, and progressive, yet defensive driving techniques. You will need a sound knowledge of the correct, safe routines for the uncoupling / recoupling exercise. The test centre for central, north and north east Lincolnshire, including Lincoln, Louth and the surrounding area is located at the LGV Test Centre in Grimsby.

Do not underestimate the standard of driving required to pass!

B + E Trailer Towing Lessons

Reversing and all off-road tuition is undertaken just outside Louth, whilst on-road driving sessions are mainly held in and around Grimsby and Cleethorpes.

Prices - B + E Trailer Towing Lessons cost £28 per hour

FLEXIBILITY: Courses can be intensive, with a test at the end, or if you prefer, spread out over several sessions, to ensure that you are ready for the test. Whichever suits you best.

Listed below are some typical courses:

• Initial assessment session - 2 hrs - £55 - Includes written 'Action Plan'
• Car & trailer hire for the DSA B + E practical test - 3 hrs - £84.
• Test preparation for drivers with considerable towing experience - 6 hrs - £168.
• Test prep and coaching for those with some towing experience - 9 hrs - £252.
• Intermediate course - for those requiring more tuition & practice - 15 hrs - £420.
• A full course for complete beginners - 20 hrs - £560.
• All above prices exclude DSA test fee of £115 (weekday).

...we aim to tailor a course to suit you, in order to fully prepare you for the test! We would be pleased to advise you...

...prices shown are for ONE-TO-ONE TUITION, we are always pleased to consider lessons for TWO PUPILS at a time if you have more than one candidate - this can save you time and money.

Do YOU need to take a B + E Trailer Towing Course, and pass the B + E driving test...?

If you passed your car driving test after 1st January 1997, and wish to tow a trailer, caravan or horsebox with a gross weight of more than 750 Kgs (please see DSA website for full & exact details), then you will need to pass the Driving Standards Agency's B + E Practical Driving Test.

We look forward to hearing from you!