Ready to Start to Driving Artic Trucks?
Get your CE licence with clear coaching, real test practice, and support from the first call to the pass. Training available in Dublin, Kildare, Meath, and Louth.
Why Choose Epic for Artic training?
- Training built around the real RSA CE test
- Reversing practice in a safe space before you go near the test centre
- Coupling and uncoupling taught step by step until it feels routine
- Mock tests that follow local routes and timings
- Truck hire for your test, with an optional warm up drive on the day
- Instructors who know Dublin, Kildare, Meath, and Louth roads and test centres
If permits or paperwork confuse you, we’ll guide you through the process and help you plan your timeline.
What you will learn
Reversing an articulated truck
How to set up, use reference points, correct cleanly, and finish inside the bay with control.
Coupling and uncoupling
Safe parking, lines and airlines, fifth wheel checks, and a final walk around.
Daily safety checks
The walk around checks professional drivers complete before every shift.
On road skills
Town, rural, and motorway driving. Speed planning, spacing, mirrors, and hazard response.
Test routine
Paperwork, vehicle checks, and what the examiner expects on the CE driving test.
Your training plan
- Assessment lesson
We look at your trailer experience, clutch control if you choose manual, observation, and positioning. You leave with a simple plan that fits your test date. - Core lessons
Focused sessions on reversing, coupling, checks, and on road modules. You get clear feedback after each lesson and drills to practice. - Mock test
A full timed run with scoring and a short recap lesson to fix the final weak spots. - Test support
Truck hire for the test if you need it, plus a calm warm up drive on the day.
Packages and options
10 Hours Artic Truck Driving Lessons
€995
Full course with mock test and written feedback.
Book 10 Hours2 Hour Artic Truck Driving Lesson
€215
Great for an assessment or a focused brush up before your test.
Book 2 HoursRequirements for Getting Your CE Artic Licence
To start artic lessons, you’ll need:
- A valid Category C (Rigid Truck) licence
- A Category CE learner permit
- To pass a medical exam
Don’t worry if this sounds complicated; we help guide you through every step of the process.
Where we train
Dublin, Kildare, Meath, and Louth.
We match you with an instructor who knows your nearest test centre and local routes.
Who CE is for
- You already hold a full Category C licence
- You have a CE learner permit or you are applying for one
- You want practical coaching that gets you ready to work with a CE licence
If you still need your Rigid licence, start with our Rigid Driving Lessons. We can map your route from C to CE.
Ready to Become an Articulated Truck Driver?
If you’re excited about starting your new career as a professional artic truck driver, we’re here to help! Take the first step today—contact us to book your first lesson and become a confident, skilled driver.
Timelines and booking
Test dates for trucks can vary by centre and season. We help you line up your lessons so the final sessions land just before your test. If you have a date already, tell us and we will shape the plan around it.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How long does it take to learn to drive an articulated truck?
Usually, it takes about 5–10 lessons to prepare for your driving test, depending on your experience.
What's the difference between Category C and CE licences?
A Category C licence lets you drive rigid trucks, while a Category CE licence allows you to drive articulated vehicles (trucks with trailers).
Can I take lessons on weekends?
Yes, we offer flexible schedules including weekends and evenings.
Do I need my own truck for the lessons?
No, we provide fully equipped artic trucks for your training.
What happens if I fail my driving test?
We’ll support you fully until you pass, including providing extra training and advice.
Is a medical exam required for artic driving lessons?
Yes, you’ll need to pass a medical exam to get your learner permit and full licence.
Do you help with Driver CPC training?
Absolutely, we provide guidance and support for obtaining your Driver CPC qualification.
What age must I be to start artic truck lessons?
You must be at least 21 years old to obtain a Category CE learner permit.
Is artic driving difficult to learn?
Like any new skill, it can be challenging at first, but with expert guidance, you’ll master it quickly.
Are your instructors RSA approved?
Yes, all of our instructors are fully qualified and RSA-approved for the highest quality training.