Which Licence?

The class of vehicle licence is determined by the Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) found on the registration sticker or the compliance plate of the vehicle. There are no separate licence classes for trucks and buses, it is determined by the weight of the vehicle & number of axles (see below), and a licence from a higher class lets you drive a smaller one.  Typically an LR, MR or HR can tow a trailer as long it is less than 9 tonnes and within Gross Combination Mass (GCM) limits.

Click here to view the official licence class information from the South Australian Government.

Allan Miller's "Plain English" Licence Class Guide

What you can drive?

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Light Rigid - LR: small delivery van or bus up to 8 tonnes.
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Medium Rigid - MR: a larger rigid truck or bus, with maximum two axles. Can also drive a special purpose vehicle up to 15 tonnes (e.g. a bob-tail prime mover or tractor).
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Heavy Rigid - HR:  rigid vehicle with three axles, also including an articulated bus.
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Heavy Combination - HCsemi-trailer, or a rigid vehicle towing a trailer more than 9 tonnes.
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Multi Combination - MC: B-double or road train.
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Latest News

September 2010 – Most people are unsure about when or if to indicate when leaving a roundabout. This is something that we should be aware of as the current penalty is 2 demerit points and the associated fine is approximately $240. The South Australian Handbook states: At all times, you should signal with your indicators to let other drivers know your intentions. Immediately before leaving the roundabout (i.e. when passing the exit before your exit) you must signal with your left indicator, unless it is impracticable to do so. This applies to turning left and right or continuing straight ahead. This tells drivers waiting to enter the roundabout where you intend to exit.
Learners and Supervisors - Information Evening for Car Licences

Our next learner and supervising driver information evening is on Thursday,  23rd September at Westminster School, Marion (in the Sports and Swimming Centre).  Please call our office for further information on 8186 7200.

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Allan Miller Driving School supports Para Quad SA’s Roads to Survival campaign

Click here for more information, Allan Miller supports completing parent-young person safe driving agreements on completion of a new driver’s licence.