Learner drivers

Learner's licence

The current WA Graduated Driver Training and Licensing (GDT&L) system was introduced in February 2001 and updated in July 2008.

To find out more about things like: the process you need to follow from getting your L plates; getting your P plates and becoming a novice driver; the fees you will need to pay at each stage of the process,
simply visit the Department of Transport website.

Know your car

Get comprehensive information on everything you'll need to know about your car and ensure that you're ready to begin your journey.

Know Your Car Part One (pdf) covers controls, cab drill, mirrors, seating position and steering. Know Your Car Part Two (pdf) covers clutch, gears and accelerator. Know Your Car Part Three (pdf) covers brakes and indicators.

On the road

RAC can help provide you with the skills you need to undertake the practical driving assessment.

We cover areas such as parking, reversing, cornering and three-point turns so that you will feel confident during your supervised lessons.

We also provide you with a checklist after each section so you can assess your progress.

On The Road Part One (pdf) covers starting the car, moving off, stopping. On The Road Part Two (pdf) covers parking, reverse parallel park, three point turns. On The Road Part Three (pdf) covers cornering, roundabouts.

free2go

Free2go is a program designed to equip year 12 students with the information they need to stay safe on the roads, while offering plenty of hints and tips to help make their motoring experience hassle-free. Free2go also offers 17-year-olds free Standard RAC Roadside Assistance.

We discuss:

• How to get your licence.
• Buying a car.
• Maintaining your car.
• How P plate drivers can get free RAC Roadside Assistance.