The Secret Guide to the Theory Test: Reflective Road Studs

In this theory test video we will look at the theory behind reflective road studs (commonly called cats eyes).
We will look at how they work, where you can find them, and what the different colours represent.
You will also learn a method to remember the different colours that we have found successful at Inclusive Driving.
Finally, we will discuss a few theory questions, and how they are sometimes phrased a little differently to get you thinking.
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[@jamieexpress13]

Mate... u awesome. I have my theory in 3 days time and these road studs always confused me. Thanks alot

[@itsem1498]

Same!

[@InclusiveDriving]

@@itsem1498 glad it's helped! I run online theory classes if you think it might help you. richard-bates-approved-driving-instructor.sumup.link/zoom-theory-class-20201019

[@mollyfaye3635]

Did you pass

[@jamieexpress13]

@@mollyfaye3635 yes molly... I passed.

[@mollyfaye3635]

@@jamieexpress13 that’s amazing!!

[@lovinallthingsmac]

Thank you so much for this video, I’m Currently learning from the dvsa app and these questions are always my downfall, having you explain it like that and seeing the visual video has helped so much thanks again

[@InclusiveDriving]

Really glad it's helped. Do you subscribe to my free A to Z Newsletter? www.inclusivedriving.co.uk/a-to-z-newsletter

[@ShammarPrincess]

Thank you so much! Got my theory in 2 days and this is the most confusing topic to me and you’ve saved me!

[@emmansolutions3247]

I had really hard time understanding this and the way you simplified it really helped me. I passed my theory test first time. Many thanks.

[@kateskii95]

Omg I’ve got my theory on Sunday and I was really struggling to remember these thank you so much :D

[@InclusiveDriving]

Hope it goes OK for you! Have you subscribed to my free A-Z newsletter? www.inclusivedriving.co.uk/a-to-z-newsletter

[@Jack-hv3uj]

Very informative and well researched. Information presented in a way that is memorable and quirky! Brilliant work and thanks for the help! Keep uploading if you can!

[@wcd9975]

Bruh, this was the easiest to understand and remem .. thanku ,

[@CT-uf7gu]

Green mean go, as in leaving the motorway, ill never forget that

[@zourabrountakov5472]

great video mate... we need more like these

[@mrnoname2753]

You’re a very smart man and amazing teacher.

[@angelmichael9026]

Amazing lessong. Thank so much for cleaning my confusion.

[@mercan7761]

Excellent explanation,!!! Thank you so much!

[@GSThai]

Just wanted to say - amazing content. Keep up the good work!!!!

[@InclusiveDriving]

Thank you very much! I run online theory classes if you think it might help you: richard-bates-approved-driving-instructor.sumup.link/zoom-theory-class-20201019

[@mrrana7232]

Thank you. Just what I needed.

[@mithunj4822]

Thanl you so much this one was particularly difficult you made it clearer boss. My test is tomorow and your a great help god bless

[@Uk1984]

ਥਿਊਰੀ ਟੈਸਟ ਲਈ ਮਹੱਤਵਪੂਰਨ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ ਹੈ, ਮੈਨੂੰ ਇਸ ਸਵਾਲ ਨੂੰ ਸਮਝਣ ਵਿੱਚ ਬਹੁਤ ਮੁਸ਼ਕਲ ਆਈ ਸੀ, ਪਰ ਇਸ ਵੀਡੀਓ ਨੇ ਸਮਝਣ ਵਿੱਚ ਬਹੁਤ ਮਦਦ ਕੀਤੀ, ਤੁਹਾਡੇ ਵੱਲੋ ਮੇਰੀ ਮੱਦਦ ਕਰਨ ਲਈ ਬਹੁਤ ਧੰਨਵਾਦ ਜੀ।🙏 Important information for the theory test, I had a hard time understanding this question, but this video helped a lot to understand, thanks for the help.

[@khalsa96.]

ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਜੀ ਖਾ ਖ਼ਾਲਸਾ ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਜੀ ਕੀ ਫ਼ਤਿਹ, ਖ਼ਾਲਸਾ ਜੀ. 🙏

[@annamillerart6952]

Wow! That’s been really helpful! Thank you for this video 👍 😻

[@ultra_vires]

You can get blue cat's eyes too, these denote 'authorised vehicle only' bays for emergency services. Emergency refuge areas on smart / ALR motorways have green studs too.

[@InclusiveDriving]

I can't find any reference to blue studs in the Department for Tranaport Traffic Signs Regulations & General Directions book, so I'm going to argue that your statement is incorrect. If you have some good evidence of their existence, please do let me know.

[@DesLine-jj4nz]

@@InclusiveDriving I used to work as a white lining operative and cats eye/ road stud installer and can 100% confirm that there are blue cats eye/road studs in blue for the exact reason @ultra_vires stated in his comment

[@ifyuchendu7881]

Thanks very helpful, I have been struggling with the colors.

[@hApPyErDaZz]

This has was perfect, thanks.

[@kieranking2775]

I really appreciate you guys that make these video's, they are so helpful ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐+⭐

[@InclusiveDriving]

Really grateful for your comment. That's what keeps me going! You got a theory test soon? Sign up for my free A to Z Newsletter which sends out an email every 3-4 days discussing a new topic. www.inclusivedriving.co.uk/a-to-z-newsletter

[@gauravupreti997]

Great tips. Always struggled with this and the speed limit questions !

[@InclusiveDriving]

Check my other videos...I've done one on stopping distances at different speed limits. There's also one on National Speed Limit, and what it means.

[@shamiramfatima5550]

Thank you very much for a lesson .

[@dumped_garbage]

I have my theory in 3 days time and these road studs always confused me. Thanks alot

[@jessicaelston7607]

this helped me so much😭 hope I pass my theory tomorrow 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@evelynnemanuelagomes1954]

Very nicely explained thanks alot

[@user-bh8on9bu5k]

Thanks very informative!

[@faithnte5324]

Cheers mate. Never learnt about yellow stud on the DVLA app

[@khalsa96.]

Absolutely brilliant video sir. This was so helpful for me and now I can remember this. Thank you sir 🙏😁

[@InclusiveDriving]

Thank you for your kind words.

[@catherine1390]

I have my theory in 3 days. This was very helpful! Let’s hope I pass

[@cookiemonster6749]

Great video!! Very helpful, I have my theory next week and this has made me confident with my knowledge

[@cookiemonster6749]

Passed my theory test!! Lol

[@InclusiveDriving]

Were there any questions about road studs? 😂

[@ShahidMehmood-th3vy]

Fantastic brilliant method

[@malwanidiscovery8629]

Very good information.

[@aneetakhoso2498]

thanks a lot my theory test is next week and i was struggling with these coloured studs

[@ShahidMehmood-th3vy]

Very very very useful information

[@ThisTravellingKiwi_]

Thank you! These blemming catseye’s are so confusing haha. Also Crossing and the lights! 😢😡🤪

[@wesleycoulter3058]

Great video 👍

[@romeono1647]

Awesome thank you

[@jakehenderson6302]

you are an absolute lifesaver, thanks so much

[@InclusiveDriving]

When's your theory test?

[@InclusiveDriving]

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[@sonip2354]

Very informative 👌

[@jess-yi1pz]

Nailed it I was struggling with this and stopping distance .

[@andrewlim3842]

I don't know if you've already done your test or if you'll find this useful but this is what I worked out to remember stopping distances: Starting at 20mph stopping distance is roughly x2 in feet (40 feet) then add another x.5 for every extra 10mph. So 20mph (x2= 40 feet) 30mph (x2.5= 75 feet) 40mph (x3= 120 feet) 50mph (x3.5= 175 feet) etc. It might be off by a foot or 2, but just choose the nearest answer. With that I didn't need to remember them at all, just worked it out when I got the questions.

[@Moon-cy9mp]

Awesome dude ! 😆😁

[@ianhe-kensken9303]

Great memory guide. Thanks

[@ianhe-kensken9303]

Passed my theory on Monday. Got one question on cats eyes. Got it correct 👌

[@manubm104]

Thanks for your information I passed my theory test just because I watch your video thank you very much

[@InclusiveDriving]

Really great to hear your news! Best wishes for your practical test!

[@yoditshiferaw1869]

Thank you very very helpful

[@emcorrasco]

This was great thank you!

[@InclusiveDriving]

Really glad it helped!

[@letsdoittogether1940]

Thank you.

[@jacquelinemorrison4734]

Thank you so.much I am a visual learner. And this helps me so.much .

[@InclusiveDriving]

If you are a visual learner then I think you'll like this book: inclusivedriving.co.uk/product/colouracademy

[@softemosh]

I’m going to do my theory on Monday! Thank you for this video 🌈

[@InclusiveDriving]

Hope it goes well for you. Let me know how you get on!

[@softemosh]

@@InclusiveDriving thank you! I’ve passed! 🤩 I got 47/50 and then 61/74😁 thank you for your video!!!

[@InclusiveDriving]

@@softemosh really pleased for you! Will you be booking your practical test soon?

[@InclusiveDriving]

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[@naziashiekh6828]

Thanks allot for the video

[@mikeb2604]

Amazing

[@icode24x7]

Thanks for clearing my confusion 💖

[@InclusiveDriving]

Have you got a theory test soon?

[@icode24x7]

@@InclusiveDriving yet to.. I'm preparing for it.

[@a.856]

Thanks alot

[@mayanoel1059]

Got my theory test tomorrow and this helped me so much! Thanks

[@InclusiveDriving]

Let me know how you get on! Glad it helped.

[@victoraguayo6923]

thank you

[@menahj80]

So helpful thank you..

[@InclusiveDriving]

Really glad it helped. Have you subscribed to my free A-Z of Driving newsletter? inclusivedriving.co.uk/a-to-z-newsletter/

[@andrewwilliams9580]

I knew 4 of 5 until now. Knew red, green, white and orange. I had been calling the orange one yellow for years. 😂

[@tonihasemanhunt2578]

Hope I remember this for my assessment tomorrow to get onto ambulances , thankyou

[@InclusiveDriving]

Another method is motoRWAy where RWA is red,white,Amber from left side to right side!

[@indigohalz1857]

Thanks

[@BM-ot7dg]

This video is a fat W

[@poonamrai9167]

I subscribed your channel

[@cebentertainment4619]

Amazing tips all noted down and taught me all about Road studs and what they're used for. Secondly no i dont know why a Orange stud has red on the back of it maybe its reflective so that on the other side of the motorway you have red but its orange on the other side. Bur i have no idea

[@InclusiveDriving]

If there's a contraflow, where the roadworks push you to the "wrong side" of the barrier, you still have a red stud in the correct place.

[@shangooch]

This is so helpful and such an easy way to remember👍🏼 I’ve got my theory test tomorrow really hoping to pass since I’ve failed twice already

[@InclusiveDriving]

Best of luck! Remember to take your time, read the question twice! Sit on your hands until you've read all of the possible answers.

[@shangooch]

Inclusive Driving thank you😊

[@InclusiveDriving]

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[@mekatriona]

Thank you for this, the colours shown in the Official DVSA Guide to Driving - the Essential Skills aren't clear. It's much better to see it on a video such as this. Plus, well tell us the answer 🤔 to the fact/question at the end, it's a question. From London.

[@InclusiveDriving]

First of all, it's great that you are reading Driving the Essential Skills! I wish more people would use it. The answer is that during a roadworks contraflow, drivers on the "wrong" side of the road will still see a red stud on their left.

[@melaninqueen6926]

I have my theory test in 4hours, wish me luck!

[@terencehowarth8966]

My theory test in 4 hours

[@Shelasusanjames]

Thnk u

[@InclusiveDriving]

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[@Oyester]

What did u ask in the end?i ddnt get that

[@pratwurschtgulasch6662]

i heard in britain everyone is driving backwards

[@diegomandragora4327]

Yes, since driving forward became too easy and ultimately; boring, more and more people started to habitually drive in reverse gear to make it more fun and challenging! 🙂

[@martamoskwa5031]

Thanks for this video, I have my exam tomorrow

[@InclusiveDriving]

Let me know how you get on?

[@martamoskwa5031]

@@InclusiveDriving I passed despite English being not my first language, thanks for videos you re making

[@Advent1133]

took me like 30 seconds to understand the final joke :))auch

[@ashrafaimaq5444]

A1

[@MegaTerryNutkins]

Some incorrect information in this video - if the cat had been facing the other way Shaw would have invented the tea towel holder, not the pencil sharpener as stated here.

[@daisuki_coco]

Love the jokes hahah

[@sbk6052]

My test tomorrow 😅

[@InclusiveDriving]

Let me know how you get on?

[@azteka6103]

Continental here, Imma doin' the foken' theory in 25 min.

[@muammar1353]

Can someone explain the pencil sharpener joke lol

[@DesLine-jj4nz]

you forgot to mention the blue ones that are where?????!!!!!!!

[@InclusiveDriving]

Nowhere. There are no blue studs in the UK. There is a widely perpetuated, unsubstantiated myth that blue studs mark the entrance to waiting areas reserved for emergency services. However, this is exactly that: a widely perpetuated myth. They do not appear in the Department for Transport Traffic Signs Manual.

[@majakucharska1961]

soooo ure not gonna tell us why then?

[@InclusiveDriving]

😃 it's so when there's a contraflow, the red stud shows on the left.

[@KHA-kn8mj]

I didn't get .

[@senseal5462]

this could have been a much shorter video