“The changes to the Class A licences were announced by the General Directorate of Traffic DGT several months ago, but are only just coming into force.
The A licence permits unlimited motorcycle driving and is only available to those who have already held an A2 licence for at least two years.
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This is all in a bid to reduce motorcycle accidents, which is the main priority of the Interior Ministry’s road safety policy.
According to the latest stats 66 percent of motorcycle drivers are involved in road accidents and 34 percent in urban areas had an A licence.
There are several changes which include the following:
New practical training on proper roads
Firstly, there will now be mandatory practical driving training on secondary roads. Up until now, this instructor could monitor students from a car.
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The use of airbag vests
It will now be mandatory for both students and teachers to wear airbag vests. Driving schools will provide these vests at their centres for students. They will also be required to wear a reflective garment that identifies them as trainees.
Optional online theory content
The theory part of the test can now be delivered online through distance learning or a virtual classroom. The National Confederation of Driving Schools Publishing House has prepared an online course available to schools, including all in an interactive format.
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Motorcycle driver assistance systems ARAS
Knowledge of motorcycle driver assistance systems, known as ARAS systems, will now be incorporated into the tests. Drivers can also improve their driving skills with a refresher course.
