The new app includes the complete contents of the Highway Code with a search facility making it easy to find rules and information. There are also interactive features like quizzes, a stopping distance calculator and a tool to help users identify road signs.

The Official Highway Code app is available on iTunes for £3.99. For other official Highway Code publications see tsoshop.co.uk/bookstore.asp?FO=1207776.

The Highway Code is free to view online at direct.gov.uk/highwaycode.

By Alan Whittingham