Big Changes to Driving Test and Road Rules in 2025–2026

We're keeping you ahead of the curve on VicRoads updates. While the core Drive Test structure (two stages, 30 minutes total, assessing turns, lane changes and parking) hasn't fundamentally changed since 2008, 2025–2026 brings significant road rule tweaks, learner requirements and licensing shifts that impact test prep and safe driving. These evolve Victoria's Graduated Licensing System (GLS) to boost novice safety amid rising congestion—here's the breakdown. From July 1, 2025, Road Rule 79A requires drivers to reduce speed to 40km/h when passing stationary or slow-moving roadside assistance vehicles, tow trucks and incident response units with flashing lights (red, blue, magenta or yellow). This aligns Victoria with other states, protecting workers on highways like the M80 or Monash Freeway. During your L2D lessons, we now drill this into Stage 2 practice: mirror checks, gradual braking and maintaining distance. Fail to comply? Expect fines and demerit points—critical for P-platers with zero tolerance.