We’re delighted to share that the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) Theory Test Kit app, created and officially published by TSO, was recently featured as Apple’s “App of the Day.” This recognition highlights the impact and quality of a product that supports millions of learner drivers each year - and demonstrates the strength of TSO’s digital publishing and app development capabilities.
Over the past year alone, the DVSA Theory Test Kit has supported more than one million active users, and to date has achieved 3.8 million downloads on the Apple App Store. With an impressive 4.5 out of 5 stars rating, the app continues to be one of the most trusted tools for learners preparing for their driving theory test.
Delivering high-quality digital products for the public sector
As the official publisher and creator of the DVSA Theory Test Kit, TSO works closely with DVSA to ensure learners have access to reliable, up-to-date, and user-friendly revision tools.
Our in-house mobile app team specialises in developing products that meet the needs of diverse public audiences - bringing together high-quality content, intuitive design, accessibility, and robust performance across platforms.
The DVSA Theory Test Kit app showcases this expertise, offering: comprehensive revision materials, official DVSA theory test revision questions, hazard perception practice clips, progress tracking and structured learning journeys, and a user experience designed to build confidence and reduce test-day anxiety.
This combination of trusted content and thoughtful design is why the app continues to be the go-to choice for learner drivers across the UK.
Bill Pope, Head of Publishing at DVSA said: “This sort of thing doesn't happen by luck. It's a result of: our trusted brand that we actively promote and protect from harm, delighted customers giving it great reviews, a great product that we and TSO are constantly improving, relentless evidence-led marketing and social media communications that really appeal to the target audience, the best available content, now including the theory test revision questions for motorcyclists, and resuscitation and defibrillator advice for everyone and impressing Apple with all elements of the design.”
He went on to say: "We're delighted to be celebrating another achievement with TSO. To be showcased like this you don't just get pulled from a hat. It takes excellent user design, development, marketing and communication, all wrapped around exemplary content. Everything our customers deserve."
Why this recognition matters
This recognition reinforces the value of the work our teams put into ensuring the DVSA Theory Test Kit app remains accurate, reliable and user-focused. It underscores the impact of TSO’s digital publishing expertise and the ongoing collaboration with DVSA to provide high-quality learning tools.
It also reinforces our commitment to delivering user-focused, accessible, and reliable digital products that help people navigate important milestones in their lives - from learning to drive, to engaging with government information and services more broadly.
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Explore our full range of DVSA publications
To explore Apple’s feature on the DVSA Theory Test Kit App of the Day click here:https://apps.apple.com/gb/story/id1835886609
The app is also available to Google Play users: Official DVSA Theory Test Kit – Apps on Google Play
If you’d like to explore the full suite of DVSA products available through TSO including official learning materials, guidance, and digital resources you can find them here: https://www.safedrivingforlife.info/shop/
Blog post written by Lucy de Best, Publishing Director - Lucy leads our publishing operations across multi-format content creation, production and delivery.
