I have my driving test next month and is there any tips people have?

Question

Like if someone gives me way, am i meant to wave at them and go or is it a minor if i wave? And if someone flashes there lights, does that mean i can go or shall i just wait?

I really want to pass. And i can't afford to fail. I'm 17.

Any past experiences?

Answer 1

Just don't crash. J/k. Ask someone you may know that got their license at the place you are taking it and tell them if they are willing to take you on their driving route.  Most of the time, they're all the same with a few turn here, there.

Answer 2

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.

Answer 3

Lots of "what if's" huh......

Get lots of practice and practice the way your Instructor advised you.....in a safe manner...

Listen to your Examiner and do the best you can. Don't wave at anyone. That will distract you (and them too maybe). Keep your hands on the wheel, focus on what the Examiner is asking you to do. They are observing you and reporting on that test sheet. Don't try to look at the test sheet. It will cause you to become distracted and you might make a mistake.

Know your rules of the road, always shoulder check, check your rear view mirror often and whenever you brake, scan well ahead of you. Stop behind the line/crosswalk, not ON it. Watch that traffic light, and if you are behind that white line when the light turns yellow,and you are intending to turn left or right, you must stop. It's better to stop even if you are just over the crosswalk because you will only get demerits for that. You will fail if you continue making your turn on a yellow light.

Remember always STOP fully and completely.

Get out and drive and become comfortable making lane changes, left turns at lights and develop your observation skills.

If you don't pass the first time, it's only a deferred success because you will eventually pass...........Luck is when preparation meets opportunity, and so I wish you GOOD LUCK!!