What are keys to remember when taking your road test? Thanks for the feedback!
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Safe driving tips to help pass your road test:
STEERING Steer smoothly whether you are driving straight ahead, turning or backing up.
ACCELERATION Accelerate smoothly and moderately. Don't race the engine or cause it to stall.
BRAKING Bring the vehicle to a stop gently. Start braking well before your stopping position to avoid "jerky" stops. Make sure you stop your vehicle in the proper position of the lane.
CLUTCH/GEAR Always be sure your vehicle is in the correct gear. With either an automatic or a manual transmission, shift into the proper gear at the right time without "grinding" the gears.
SPEED Obey the posted speed limit, of course, but also adjust your speed properly due to weather, road, visibility and traffic conditions.
FOLLOWING DISTANCE Keep an adequate space "cushion" between your vehicle and those you are following. Use the "two second rule" described in the Driver's Manual. Be sure to increase your following distance in poor weather or visibility.
TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES Know the meanings of signs, signals and pavement markings, and obey them consistently.
STOPPING POSITION If a stop is required, stop your vehicle before it reaches an intersecting street. If stop lines or crosswalks are present, stop before crossing them. If your view is blocked after stopping behind the crosswalk, move up until you can clearly see your way, then stop again if necessary.
LANE SELECTION AND POSITION Keep your vehicle in the proper traffic lane, especially when preparing to make turns. Don't allow room for another vehicle to pass you on the side that you are turning toward.
COMMUNICATION Let other drivers and pedestrians know which way you want to go. Use your directional signals or horn consistently and at the proper times.
OBSERVATION Look for and identify potential problems or hazards in the traffic around you – not just straight ahead, but behind you and on either side. Check your mirrors frequently, but be sure to look over your shoulder behind you when changing lanes or backing up.
ANTICIPATE & REACT TO OTHERS Anticipate possible driving errors by others and be ready to react safely to make up for their mistakes.
Hi there!
I passed my test in December last year and I understand why you want to be clued up before you sit the test!
You have to remember that you wouldn't be sitting the test if you were not ready to do it so try and build your confidence without being over confident. Remember to ALWAYS be aware of what is happening around you. Constantly check your mirrors and react to what you see (e.g if you're approaching a junction and you see the car in front pressing their break, it indicates that you should also slow down and take the appropriate gear).
When you are approaching a roundabout, ensure you are in the correct lane and change gear in plenty of time so that if a chance to go appears you can go. Don't be hesitant, but at the same time do not be stupid. DRIVE AT THE SPEED LIMIT! If you approach a roundabout and it is safe for you to go, make sure you take the opportunity to go. If you are unsure about a gap, just wait. It is better to be safe than sorry.
When you are carrying out a parallel park/ reverse park/ reverse around a corner, make sure you check all your mirrors and blindspots. Even if your manouvre is perfect at the end, you can still be given a minor or failed for lack of observation.
Some people would tell you to take Rescue Remedy, Kalms or eat a banana etc. Everyone is different and I actually took a nose bleed when I took Rescue Remedy. These substances may calm you down, but they won't make you pass. You can only do this if you are ready.
Remember Mirror -> Signal -> Manouvre or as I was taught, Mirror -> Signal -> Position -> Speed -> Gear. If you take a deep breath and keep these in mind, you will leave the test centre with your licence
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Best of luck when you sit your driving test. Hopefully you will be celebrating a pass!