This Driving Standards Agency publication contains guidance on the official syllabus and practical test requirements for driving a large goods vehicle (LGV), as well as on driving techniques for different vehicles and conditions, load restraint, EC and UK legal requirements, working time and tachograph regulations, freight transport organisation, dealing with emergencies, new safety checks and minimum test vehicle requirements. This edition includes information to help prepare for the extended theory and practical tests that link to the new Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC). It supersedes the 8th edition (2007, ISBN 9780115528996).