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Five Things You Should Really Be Worried About on Your Driving Test: Part II

by Carsurfer Admin on 2014/12/31 in On the Road with Comments Off on Five Things You Should Really Be Worried About on Your Driving Test: Part II

On the day of your driver’s test, you may have jangled nerves and butterflies in your stomach. Feeling nervous is completely normal, and you will probably do just fine, as long as you are thoroughly prepared. Here are some pointers for the day of the test, and what you should focus most your studies on.

Know the Manual

Seems obvious, right? But you would be surprised at how many people only leaf through the testing manual once, or don’t read it at all. Study for ten minutes per day from the first day you know you have a driving test scheduled. It helps to have a family member or friend quiz you from the test booklet. When you are a passenger, pay attention to real life examples of things you have learned from your studying.

Take it Easy

Take the time you need to parallel park. Don’t rush through anything during the test. It’s not a race after all. While driving, when you need to step on the brake, be confident. Don’t stomp on the brake unless it is an emergency. Anticipate stops in advance, and gently stop the car. Slow down for curves as well. You don’t want the instructor seeing you make a sloppy curve. When accelerating from a stop, start slowly by applying gentle pressure to the gas pedal.

Intersections

Never change lanes in the middle of an intersection. Not only is this dangerous, but in some states it is illegal. While it may be tempting to do a lane switch in an intersection, your instructor will frown on this, and may use it against you during test scoring. 

Obey the Rules of the Road, with Confidence

Always follow other cars at a safe distance. If somebody is following you too closely, and you are concerned for your safety and the safety of your driver, it’s advisable to gently slow down to allow more space between you and the car ahead of you. North Shore Driving School Ltd says it’s always better to use turn signals too much, rather than too little. Make sure you’re using your turn signal for turns, changing lanes, and parallel parking. Also, never ask your instructor for advice. The instructor needs to know that you will be competent to handle the open road on your own. Stay calm, and confident, and only ask questions you know might not be in the manual.

Passing your drivers’ exam can be a nerve-wracking, but ultimately rewarding experience. The excitement of driving on your own can be exhilarating. Creating a good foundation of driving habits at a good Burnaby driving school will help keep you and other drivers safe now, and for a lifetime.

Off the Road: Make Sure You’re Ready for Your Driving Test

by Carsurfer Admin on 2014/12/08 in On the Road with Comments Off on Off the Road: Make Sure You’re Ready for Your Driving Test

Taking a driving test (also known as a "road test") and earning a driver’s license is easily one of the most relatable experiences in a person’s life. For some, it’s a rite of passage. To others, it’s a necessary career step or job requirement. You might be a teenager looking for more freedom, or a driver for a corporation that needs to upgrade to a commercial driver’s license. Either way, there are some pitfalls to watch out for.

Doing Your Homework

While the difficulty of your driving test may depend on the strictness of the administrator (or even their mood), it is absolutely necessary to know the laws in your state or place of residence. Study your local driver’s manual thoroughly. Most driver’s manuals also contain information related to actually earning a driver’s license, so take the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the process as well.

Getting Behind the Wheel

Going straight from earning your learner’s permit (or local equivalent) to taking your driving test is not advisable; you don’t want your first time behind the wheel to be the day of your driving test. Driving can require acclimation, so make sure to get a suitable amount of practice in a vehicle you’re comfortable with driving prior to taking your driving test. Doing so near the place where your test will be administered, and getting the lay of the land (and roads) can provide a worthwhile advantage as well.

Restoring Your Driving Privilege

A driver’s license can be suspended for any number of reasons, including the health concerns of the driver, and criminal offenses. In this case, the driver will need to go through a unique process that addresses their specific situation. Acquiring the help of a professional can be extremely helpful in these circumstances. For example: in the state of Pennsylvania, being convicted of underage drinking will result in one’s driving privilege being suspended at least until they turn twenty-one. A DUI conviction will yield similar consequences. With the professional help of a Newmarket lawyer, however, completion of a rehab program can make expungement a possibility.

Successfully completing a driving test can be tricky business. It requires careful preparation in the form of lots of studying and practice. Earning your driver’s license back once it is suspended is even more difficult and (usually) more complicated. Nevertheless, with a little bit of perseverance, most anyone capable of driving safely will be able to hit the road.