Light lorry with trailer – C1E
See the steps you need to go through to obtain a driving licence for category C1E. You can see your progress in your driver training on Your page.
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The first step of your training for Category C1E is covered by your training for Category C1.
You obtain driving entitlements for Category C1E by completing the mandatory training and passing the practical driving test.
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At this step you will learn basic vehicle control, without having to direct your attention towards other road users.
How many lessons you need will depend on your individual requirements. It is important that you reach the goals for this step.
Mandatory end-of-step assessment
At the end of step 2, you and your instructor will jointly assess whether you have the skills required to go to step 3.
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At this step you will learn to drive independently and safely in varied traffic.
You will learn about issues such as
- relevant rules and regulations
- how to plan your drive
- how to drive safely, efficiently, environmentally friendly and comfortably while interacting well with other road users.
How many lessons you need will depend on your individual requirements and how much you practise with a lay instructor. It is important that you reach the goals for this step.
Mandatory end-of-step assessment
At the end of step 3, you and your instructor will jointly assess whether you have the skills required to go to step 4.
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You are about to complete your training. Before you can take the theory test you must have applied for a driving licence. Consider applying now.
At this step you will develop your skills to a level where you can drive responsibly and interact well with other road users.
Mandatory safety course on the road
This course lasts for 4 hours and will help you master long drives under varying conditions.
You will learn about issues such as
- how to plan your route
- how to check your vehicle before and after a drive
- the interaction between the heavy vehicle driver and other road users
- how to counteract accidents
- how to drive so as to minimise environmental damage
- how to assess your own driving competence
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You take the practical driving test at a Driver and Vehicle Licensing Office. You must authorise the driving school to book the test session for you.
When you arrive for the test, you will have to present valid proof of identity. You can pay for the test in advance on Your Page, or over the counter before the test. Paying online is cheaper.
You are the driver, and you are responsible for what you do during the test. You must solve the tasks independently, both when it comes to driving and the other tasks you are given. The way you solve the tasks will be assessed as a whole, to the extent that this is possible.
The result will be determined when you have completed the test, and you will be told immediately whether or not you passed. You will also be given a written statement explaining the decision made.
Vehicle for the practical driving test
- The vehicle combination you use for the practical driving test must be a lorry with an actual total weight between 6 000 and 7 500 kg. It must be approved as a driving test vehicle.
- The trailer must have a maximum authorised mass of at least 2 000 kg.
- The trailer must have an actual total weight of at least 1 800 kg, and it must have the same height and width as the driver’s cab on the lorry.
Safety check
Before the driving begins, you will be asked to carry out a safety check, for example of lights, brakes or warning lamps. In addition you will be asked to explain what the cause or consequence might be if something is wrong.
Driving test route
The route you drive will have been determined in advance. You will be driving for approximately 45 minutes, under varying road and traffic conditions.
Tasks you will be given while you drive
You will be given directions in good time as to where to drive. For the most part, you will be asked to drive towards destinations in the form of place names for which you will find direction signs along the way. You will also be asked to turn around, reverse and park. In addition you must be able to use the tachograph correctly.
You will have to carry out the coupling of lorry and trailer at the beginning of the test, and uncouple them at the end.
The driving examiner’s assessment
The driving examiner will assess whether you have reached the goals to the extent that you can now practise on your own.
- Emphasis will be placed on whether you drive comfortably and efficiently, and without causing unnecessary wear on the vehicles.
- You must master the skills of turning around and reversing with a trailer, and know how and when to use an assistant.
- You must be able to pay attention to the road and traffic situation around you, and the special challenges posed by driving with a trailer.
- Your driving must be predictable and safe and promote efficient traffic flow
- You must plan ahead as you drive, be considerate of the needs of others and seek efficient interaction with other road users.