Nervous about the test?

Question

I'm thinking of taking my driving test this week and I'm kind of nervous, i feel like I'm ready i can parallel park, 3 point turn, a little bad at backing up staight line, but i need some advice while in the car with the person testing me, most people tell me that drive slow be polite, the person will tell u to do 3 things, but if u can nail 2 of them and u s***w up the last one, u can still pass

Answer 1

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 2

Looks like you have a pretty good handle on what to do with your vehicle...The first thing to remember is that the examiner wants to have the same confidence in you that you have in yourself...The examiner will not tell you to do anything illegal...You should have plenty of notice before making any turn or maneuver...Acknowledge the directions you get with a "yes, sir" or "yes, ma'am" - that way the examiner knows that you heard the request and understand it.

If you get the chance, go to the DMV and follow a couple of  road tests in progress - from start to finish...See where it goes, what it involves...That way you will have a good idea about what to expect...Yes, it is legal, but don't follow onto a test lot - watch from a distance.

Take your time...All the best.

Answer 3

It is very common for people to become very nervous and fail the first time. After you know how the test goes, the next time it's pretty easy. I failed the first one and so did both my kids when they took it.

You know how to drive, just do whatever the examiner tells you. Drive as normal as you usually do.

Good luck

Answer 4

you either know or you don't. the examiner is not looking to fail young drivers but if you s***w up he is doing you and me a favor by keeping you off the road until you can pass.

Answer 5

The actual driving portion of your road test is about 20 minutes. Tests are usually booked every half hour, the first 5 minutes will be to greet your Examiner, get you to sign the test sheet, show the Examiner your Learner's Licence, accompany you to your vehicle, ask you to start your vehicle and have you test your signals and brake lights while he stands outside your car.

Once the Examiner is inside your car he/she will ask you a few questions about the controls........where are your wipers, turn them on please, etc.

Then you will drive for about 20 min. and be asked to make several left and right turns in both residential and commercial traffic areas.

You will be asked to do a parallel park, which is a backing test (look over your shoulder most of the time while backing, remember to signal also both when parking and when leaving).

You will be asked to do a hill park, sometimes both up and down hill.

If you are asked to do a three point turn or a U turn, then make sure you signal and shoulder check, and also remember that you have no right of way when doing any manoeuvers.

Make COMPLETE stops......no rolling.....scan well, watch your signs, don't speed.

Watch the traffic lights too, especially if you are asked to make a left or right turn. If you are behind that white line when the light turns amber, then you MUST stop if turning.

When driving straight at a traffic light, say to yourself "I can stop, I can stop, I CAN'T stop", which is the point where you would continue through if your light turns amber..

Stay within 5 miles of the speed limit. Keep your eyes moving...........straight ahead, left, straight, right, straight, rear view mirror check, straight, scan for signs, straight, check speed, straight..........etc.

You will get demerits for each minor error you make. Don't dwell on your errors because you may make another one due to being distracted.

Don't try to look at the Examiner's score sheet. This will also distract you from driving.

It's your job to listen to your instructions and drive the best you know how, and the Examiner's job to observe and record.

When backing up in a straight line, place your left hand at the 12 oclock position on the steering wheel, cover your brake, and always back up slowly. By keeping your left hand at 12 oclock, you will "mentally" know when your wheels are straight while looking mostly over your right shoulder Look at something straight behind your car down the road. You can also take quick glances in your passenger side mirror to make sure you remain straight.

Luck is when preparation meets opportunity, so I wish you GOOD LUCK!!!

And also remember, that once you pass your roadtest, you are just beginning to really LEARN to drive.

Maintain self discipline, adhere to the rules of the road and  develop good observation skills and you should enjoy many years of safe driving.