What kinds of things do instructors look for during the road test?

Question

And..which things should be avoided; other then the general..stop at stop sign etc.

Answer 1

Here are some suggestions:
1) put on a crash helmet -- (the instructor will love this)
2) try to do a burn-out when leaving the parking lot
3) stay on your cell phone during the entire test
4) have an open beer in the cupholder
5) tailgate everyone and blow your horn constantly
6) take off your shoes and toss them in the back seat while driving
7) take lots of shortcuts through parking lots and across driveways
8) steer with your knees while combing your hair and looking in the mirror

This should do the trick.

Answer 2

Make a complete stop first, at right turn on red lights.
No speeding.
Being able to change lanes correctly.
Making a turn into the proper turning lanes.
No speeding.
No sudden stops or jerking.
No speeding.
Knowing how to park in between the lines.

Answer 3

your confidence in driving;
your skill level for the obvious (look before changing lanes, signaling, parking etc);
Safety is the key.

avoid talking, hands off the wheel, no cell phones, radios. Follow directions, and don't panic.

Answer 4

Stop behind the white line...look in both directions...turn signals
Radio off...hands on steering wheel at 10 and 2 o'clock and stay
off the sidewalk.....haha.good luck