Learning to Drive |
The following is a list of terms and abbreviations used in Driving Instruction |
ADI - Approved Driving Instructor |
Cat B - Category B Vehicle ie normal car |
Check Test - A test of Driving Instructors every two to four years to ensure that their Instruction is of a high enough standard |
Debrief - The examiners explanation at the end of the test |
Dip DI - Diploma in Driving Instruction |
DIA - Driving Instructors Association |
DSA - Driving Standards Agency |
DVLA - Driver and Vehicle Licencing Authority |
DTC - Driving Test Centre |
Grade 6 - Highest grade a Driving Instructor can get |
HPT - Hazard Perception Test |
IAM - Institute of Advanced Motorists |
LGV - Large Goods Vehicle |
MoT - Ministry of Transport, who among other things supervise the annual testing of motor vehicles |
MSA - Motor Schools Association |
TIR - Turn in the Road (commonly called Three Point Turn) |
PCV - Passenger Carrying Vehicle |
PDI - Trainee Driving Instructor |