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I have been told that I can drive a full size trike motor cycle on my existing licence (Cat B, G & H from 1974)

Some hidden costs associated with hire vans.

I had to hire a van from a well-known rental company. The assistant asked me for both parts of my driving licence and, because I did not have the paper counterpart with me, had to make a call to DVLA,...

Is my paper license still valid ?

I'm getting mixed advice about my old paper license, to which 3 points were added in 2006 for a local GATSO trap. These points have long now expired, but it's been suggested that this is no longer a valid...

How can I prove I passed my motorcycle test in 1951?

The DVLA states it has no record of my having passed my motorcycle licence in 1951. Can you help as I do not wish to retake at my age (79)? I have a full car licence.

Do you have any tips for driving in Texas?

We are visiting Dallas, Texas in three months' time. We've been to Dallas once before and getting around by public transport is impractical and not much fun, because everyone drives. Luckily we were ferried...

My son failed to notify the DVLA of a change of address and is now in court - is this heavy-handed?

My son was recently pulled over on the M27 in Hampshire and the police then realised that his driving licence had been revoked, his car was impounded and he was forced to make his own way home. The licence...

Do I have to re-apply for both parts of my driving licence?

Recently I mislaid the Counterpart Driving license but still have my plastic card. I wrote to DVLA who have come back with forms for a completely new driving license plus request for £20. Is it not possible...

We are receiving demands relating to a driver wrongly registered at our address - what can we do?

About the middle of 2010, we received a letter addressed to a Mr Alan Thompson at our address. We are the first owners of a new house, which was built on the site of the old village hall, and Mr Thompson...

Can I drive an American-style RV on a UK driving licence?

I am retired and thinking of buying a very large American motor home. I made enquiries at several sellers of RVs (Stingray RV, Itchyfeet and a several others) of whom some say you can drive them on a UK...

Do I need to acquire a new photocard driving licence to drive in France?

I only occasionally drive in Europe, but I propose driving to south-west France in August with my family. I hold an old style paper UK driving licence. I understand that the DVLA website does not suggest...