CPR questions driving theory test 2026

Imagine witnessing someone collapse at a traffic light—would you know what to do?

Here’s the deal: From early next year, the updated theory test questions in the UK will include CPR and defibrillator use. That means:

2.4 MILLION LEARNER DRIVERS every year will get hands-on, life-saving knowledge.

Why This Change Matters

Each year, thousands of cardiac arrests occur in the UK, with fewer than 1 in 10 surviving. Research shows that if CPR and a defibrillator are used within three to five minutes, survival rates can rise to 70%.

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How the Driving Theory Update Works

The programme from early next year incorporates new theory questions covering CPR and AED use.

• Correct hand placement
• Compression depth

The defibrillator is a simple device, and learners are shown how to use it safely.

The change does not affect the duration or cost of the assessment. Official learning resources have already been updated to include practical guidance, allowing those taking their theory to gain skills to use in an emergency without extra pressure. You can find the full guide here to prepare effectively.

Enhanced First Aid Questions

The new content covers both CPR and AED procedures, preparing drivers to act safely in critical situations.

Life-Saving

Embedding these skills ensures motorists are often first on the scene, enabling them to make a real-life difference.

No Extra Cost

The price remains the same for both car and motorcycle theory sessions.

Practical Relevance

Knowledge and confidence to act can significantly increase the number of lives saved during cardiac arrests in the UK.

Official Learning Resources

Materials from the DVSA, Resuscitation Council UK, and Save a Life Cymru support effective skill development.

Preparing for the Update

Use the official learning tools to practise CPR and AED techniques. Practising these skills isn’t just about passing a test—it’s about being ready to save a life.

When you take your theory test, you’ll learn how to respond to a cardiac arrest, along with traffic laws and road signs. Knowing CPR and how to use a defibrillator isn’t just useful—it can save a life, turning anyone who takes the test into a potential hero.

Final Thoughts

The updated driving programme equips millions of learners each year with crucial life-saving awareness. By including CPR and defibrillator use in the theory test from early next year, drivers gain the knowledge and confidence to act effectively—helping to improve cardiac arrest survival rates.

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