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Driving tips, road safety and updates from AZUL driving school in Fribourg.

Pro · Passenger transport

B121 licence: the path to professional passenger transport in Switzerland

Requirements and step-by-step process (medical, ARV2 theory, practical training), plus exam format and indicative costs.

Practical test · Category B

Vehicle accepted for the Swiss category B practical driving test

Technical condition, tyres, documents, minimum speed and checklist: what to verify before the Swiss category B practical test.

Category BE · Trailer

Category BE (trailer) in Fribourg: legal thresholds, real-life cases and the OCN practical exam

Legal thresholds, common use cases, learner permit and practical exam prep for category BE in the canton of Fribourg.

Coaching · OCN test

Stress behind the wheel: our coaching methods to pass first time (even if you are anxious)

Breathing routines, full mock tests on real OCN routes and positive debriefs — how AZUL builds calm, confident drivers in Fribourg.

Local · City centre

Central driving school in Fribourg (Grand-Places): why location matters for your training

Grand-Places next to the station: easy by train, TPF bus and bike—no car needed to get to lessons.

Category B · Automatic vs manual

Automatic vs manual in 2026: what to know before starting lessons in Fribourg

Understand the Swiss legal restriction and pick the best option for your needs: versatility, speed, cost and stress at the exam.

Multilingual · Fribourg

Learning to drive in several languages: why choose a multilingual driving school in Fribourg?

Six languages, native or bilingual instructors, theory and practice in the language you think in—less stress, often fewer lessons, and clearer exam preparation.

Practical test · OCN Fribourg

OCN Fribourg practical test: 5 classic traps to avoid in town and beyond

Priorities, 30 zones, A12 exit, gradients and independence: five situations that often catch candidates — and how to prepare.

Licence guide · Fribourg

Driving licence in Fribourg: step-by-step guide from enrolment to the test (2026 edition)

From OCN registration to the practical test: steps, documents, indicative costs and FAQ for your licence in Fribourg in 2026.

Technique · Category B

Electronic parking brake: how to use it correctly for your driving test

EPB, hill-start steps and parking: what you need to know about the electronic parking brake for lessons and your practical test.

Licence guide · Switzerland

All Swiss driving licence categories: the complete guide 2026

13 categories in Switzerland: B, motorcycles (A1, A2, A), B1 quad/tricycle, BE, C, D — FEDRO data, 2026 table and OACP for professional transport.

Tips · Driving instructor

How to choose a driving instructor in Fribourg: 7 essential criteria

Federal licence, pedagogy, languages and transparent pricing: seven practical criteria to pick the right instructor in Fribourg — and what sets AZUL apart.

Budget · Licence

How much does a Swiss driving licence cost in 2026? Complete budget guide

From awareness training to the practical test: indicative figures, a summary table and tips to control your licence budget in 2026.

Budget · Fribourg

Driving licence budget 2026: what does it really cost in Fribourg?

A realistic range and the hidden costs so you can budget accurately in Fribourg.

2027 Reform · Road awareness

Swiss driving licence reform 2027 | Road awareness 4×2h | AZUL Fribourg

From 2027, road awareness training comes before theory in a 4×2h format. Plan your timeline with AZUL in Fribourg.