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C+E Class

C+E Class vehicles are the biggest HGV’s on the UK roads. A C Class license is required before you can start lessons.

C+E Class vehicles are a cab unit with a large detachable trailer or a C Class HGV with detachable trailer. A fully laden C+E Class HGV can weigh anything up to 44T. Also referred to as a Class 1 vehicles, C+E Class HGVs are used mainly for long haul purposes of heavy goods. Car transporters fall into this class

C+E Class driving jobs have the potential earnings of £35K+ per year

General Information on HGV Driver Training at AYM1

Here at AYM1 Training, we can help you from arranging your medical right up to helping with your Digi Card application.

Our HGV courses last 5 days with the last day being your test. Our trainers will guide you through the theory and practical tests(Modules 2 & 4) as well as helping with your driving skills.

Our facilities include a large area where you can practice manoeuvring the vehicle before taking it out on the open road.

Not sure whether driving an HGV is for you? Don’t worry as we can arrange a session where you can get the feel of the vehicle before deciding upon having lessons.

As we train drivers on the days preceding their test, please give us a call or send us an e-mail and we can advise you as to when your training can begin.

PLEASE NOTE:- Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all driver training is currently suspended until further notice.

FAQ

What's the difference between HGV and LGV?

There isn’t one. HGV stands for Heavy Goods Vehicle and LGV stands for Large Goods Vehicle. However some people do refer LGV to be a Light Goods Vehicle such as a Transit type van

Can I retake my test if I fail?

You can retake your test as many times needed in order to pass. Some of our package deals on HGV driver training offer a free retest or free lessons on another vehicle if you pass first time. Unfortunately you will have to pay for future tests if you fail more than twice.

What happens now that I have passed all my tests?

You will be sent your Driver CPC card (sometimes called Driver Qualification Card/DQC) through the post to the address on your driving licence. You MUST carry your DQC at all times when driving a HGV professionally.

What is a Digital Tachograph Card?

A Digital Tachograph Card or Digi Card is required if you are going to be driving a HGV professionally. As a HGV driver, you are subject to laws regarding the amount of hours you can drive in a day and when you must take a break. A Digi Card records your driving activity and you will be fined and possibly banned if you are caught driving a HGV without a Digi Card.

Do I need to pass a C Class test before I can start C+E Class lessons?

Yes you do. You cannot jump from either a car or C1 Class license to C+E

I have passed my C+E Class test and I want to drive for hauliers who transport goods across Europe . Do I need a Digital tachograph Card?

Yes you do. Apart from driving schools like Newcroft, all C+E Class vehicles require a Digital Tachograph Card before they can be driven professionally

I am an experienced artic driver but I want to move over to ADR. Do I need a special license?

Yes you do. Although there is no ADR Class on your driving license, you cannot drive an ADR vehicle without completing approved training and obtaining an ADR Certificate. An ADR certificate is an additional card that you have to take with you every time you drive an ADR vehicle
Digi Card Exempt Vehicles

Once you have passed your C1 Class test or if you have Grandfather Rights, the next step for an HGV driver is C Class. Take a look at the brief description below of a C Class HGV then click on the photo for further information and how to book your lessons

ADR

ADR or Accord Dangereux Routier is a vehicle used for the transportation of hazardous goods such as fuel or corrosives You need to obtain a special license in order to drive an ADR vehicle