The new driving licence rules will come into effect from June 10, 2025, it has been warned. The new driving licence law will have a major impact on certain motorists
Major changes to driving licence laws are set to come into effect within weeks, which will significantly impact road users, drivers and motorists. The new driving licence rules will be implemented from June 10 2025. From this date, holders of a category B driving licence will be permitted to drive electric or hydrogen-powered vehicles with a maximum authorised mass (MAM) of up to 4,250kg. Currently, the MAM limit for category B licences is 3,500kg.
This increased weight allowance will apply to vehicle types that can typically be driven with a category B licence, including vehicles carrying up to eight passengers, cars, SUVs, vans and small trucks.
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Under current regulations, category B licences – passed before 1 January 1997 – allow you to drive a 4-wheel vehicle and trailer combination with a MAM of 8,250kg if you passed before this date. You’re also permitted to drive a minibus with a trailer over 750kg MAM.
For those who passed their test after 1 January 1997 – category B – you can drive vehicles up to 3,500kg MAM, with up to 8 passenger seats, plus a trailer up to 750kg, reports Birmingham Live.
You’re also allowed to tow heavier trailers if the combined MAM of the vehicle and trailer does not exceed 3,500kg.
If you’re over 21 years old, you can ride motor tricycles with a power output higher than 15kW.
If you have a physical disability with provisional category B entitlement, you also have provisional entitlement to ride Category A1 or A motor tricycles.
This isn’t an exhaustive list, particularly if you passed your test prior to 1997. For additional details about categories or if your licence includes other category entitlements, visit the government’s driving licence website.
After obtaining a full driving licence, you may wish to enhance your entitlement to drive other vehicles for work or leisure.
