Mandatory Category B module

Module 14: Eco-safe driving and the environment

Plan journeys and drive smoothly to reduce unnecessary fuel use, wear and emissions without compromising safety.

What this module covers

These are the official DVA topic headings for this part of the Category B Programme of Training.

✓The environment
✓The journey
✓Eco-safe driving

How to work on this module

Use the official Logbook for the formal record and sign-off. These PureCar prompts are for practice planning.

1

Accelerate progressively and anticipate slowing traffic.

2

Avoid unnecessary idling where it is safe and lawful to switch off.

3

Plan routes and combine journeys where practical.

Reviewed against official Northern Ireland guidanceInformation checked 22 September 2026.
Official source ↗
Northern Ireland learner guide

Preparing for GDL Module 14: Eco-safe driving and the environment

Plan journeys and drive smoothly to reduce unnecessary fuel use, wear and emissions without compromising safety.

This is part of the Northern Ireland Category B Graduated Driver Licensing Programme of Training. Use the module as a practical learning target rather than simply a box to tick.

Useful points to focus on
  • Accelerate progressively and anticipate slowing traffic.
  • Avoid unnecessary idling where it is safe and lawful to switch off.
  • Plan routes and combine journeys where practical.

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