2007-01-06 08:52:14 · 10 answers · asked by christopher G 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Commuting
Besides reading the driving manual and getting lots of practice, consider these "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 what signs, signals and pavement markings mean, 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 toward which you are turning.
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.
2007-01-06 08:54:12 · answer #1 · answered by Esse Est Percipi 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Take it in winter during a snow storm... That's how I passed!
LOL... True! It's the ONLY reason I passed... The instructor assumed it was the weather when I was really just hung over and irritated and not really a very good driver at all considering....
I learned very young, but not in a structured environment. I still don't think I can parallel park all that well but I can drive the hell out of the BQE in a Turquoise Fleetwood!
I am now though so... It's okay!
2007-01-06 16:59:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
just relax and it will come to u. put the thought of having an examiner in the seat out of ur mind, and just do what is instructed. nervousness can cause u to make mistakes that u otherwise wouldnt make. just consider it a routine drive, and everything will fall into place. always be sure to use ur turn signals, make full stops, and avoid tailgating. those will be the top 3 things they will look for besides seeing if u use seat belts.
2007-01-06 16:57:31 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Always say "Yes sir, No Sir"- you've got a better chance at passing when being respectful
Read your book ( you can find the state handbook at any Drivers ED headquarters) Knowing the book will help you when the instructor asks you trick Questions- the only way of knowing the answer is knowing the book.
2007-01-06 17:01:52 · answer #4 · answered by Lauren 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just remember the maneuverability aka parallel parking five cones that is the part that will flunk u if u hit a cone run over it not be able to back into the space allowed remember its like getting out of the mall without hitting another car
2007-01-06 18:23:38 · answer #5 · answered by sunshine 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stay calm. Good luck. Remember every one on the road driving has been there.
2007-01-06 17:00:43 · answer #6 · answered by blue2blnde 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you think youve made a mistake and failed dont panic or give up. The amount of people how think theyve blown it and give up, only to be told at the end that they failed for something completely different
2007-01-06 17:01:17 · answer #7 · answered by ian m 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Relax, Take deep breaths, get good sleep. Remember they are just people testing you and you can do it. Have fun and just go with the flow.
2007-01-06 16:57:16 · answer #8 · answered by FOXRACING 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
check your mirrors,put on seat belt for sure. adjust seat.Have you learned to parallel park ? Thats not really as hard as some make it out to be.don't speed. sit up straight, both hands on the wheel. good luck
2007-01-06 16:56:31 · answer #9 · answered by daisy 1 · 2⤊ 1⤋
don't crash the car
jk - relax and take it easy. Breath. Follow instructions implicitly
2007-01-06 16:55:49 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋