How to Pass a Driver's License Road Test First Time

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Chapters
0:00 Breathe & Relax
1:20 At the Test Centre
5:20 Mistakes
6:10 Examiner's Language
7:12 Mock Driver's Test
8:08 2-Way Stop Sign
10:40 Construction
11:06 Playground Speed
11:58 School Zone
13:44 Parallel Park
16:43 End School Zone
17:23 Go Slower
19:19 School in Area Sign
19:50 Downhill with Curb
21:45 Speed Management
23:20 Lane Change
24:28 Slip Lane
25:25 Right Turn
26:22 Left Turn
27:20 Points to Remember
29:54 Question: Do you have any tips for road test day?
30:36 Blooper

On road test day, your job is to take away the driving examiner's right to fail you - nothing more, nothing less. If you've practiced, that job is a simple task.

Driving is NOT a spectator sport, and you must practice to be prepared for road test day. Remember, we do what we practice, so the more you drive in preparation for your road test, the higher probability of success you are going to have on your driver's license road test day.

If you haven’t taken driver training with a driving school, be sure to hire a driving school to take you out on a practice road test.
A driving instructor will identify the gaps in your driving abilities, skills, and knowledge so you will be better prepared. Keep in mind, driving schools teach drivers how to pass a road test every day!

Importantly, if you make a mistake on the road test, move on quickly - do not dwell on the mistake. If you dwell on the mistake, your distraction will cause you to make more mistakes. And some times the driving examiner may not have even seen the mistake.

Speed and space management are the 2 biggest components of a driver's license road test. Be sure to drive the posted speed limit for the speed of the traffic flow - whichever is less. As well, stay away from other traffic, vehicles, road users, pedestrians and fixed objects.

In addition to speed and space management, observation and communication are the other two fundamental components that make up a road test. You must demonstrate to the examiner that you have a scanning pattern that allows you to interpret and predict traffic patterns.

As well, the scanning pattern is looking in the mirrors and monitoring the gauges on the dash of your vehicle.

And for the purposes of observing, you must shoulder check at least twice for every turn and lateral movement. You must shoulder check two times when making lane changes.

When communicating with other traffic, you must activate your turn signal approximately 1/2 block before making a turn.

And it is suggested that you have three flashes on the turn signal before making any lateral movement or lane changes.

To review...the 4 fundamental components of any road test are:

1) speed management
2) space management
3) observation
4) communication

Demonstrate competency in these 4 basic components of the road test, and you will have taken away the examiner's right to fail you.

Good luck on your road test.

#DriversTest #SmartDriveTest #PassFirstTime
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[priya-ebie]

I passed my road in my third attempt thank you 🙏

[BM-iwwh]

"Your job is to take away the examiners right to fail you." A great line right there!

[amritanag]

I just passed my road test after failing two times. Here are the Lessons I learned:
• Drive yourself to your road test! If that’s not possible, warm up an 30-45 minutes before you test. Being in that car mindset is very important to help calm nervous.
• Take your test at the same location if you do fail. The test might be the same but it will feel familiar
• Practice your driving on the roads near your road test!
• If you cant get a driving instructor, watch youtube videos on road test in your state/province or city.
• If you can get a mock road test, i recommend doing it ( you can ask the instructor if they think you are ready, and if they say you are that’s definitely a confidence booster)
• If you are worried about a skilled maneuver like Parallel parking or bay parking, do it every single day until you never make a mistake. Or do it till you know how to correct your mistakes.
• Don’t think about the things you do wrong on a road test! It will just lead you to do the wrong things! Instead of saying “ Don’t forget to stop at a red light” say “ I’m remembering to stop at a red light”.
• Lastly, remind yourself you are a good driver cause you probably are, mistakes happen. Failing a road test just means you need a little bit more practice and the more you Practice the better driver you will be. Whenever I get scared in the car I tell myself “ I’m a good driver, what i’m doing is not wrong”. Might sound dumb but if your a Anxious driver, it helps!

[DezR]

I passed my test today on my first try & these are my tips.

1; STAY CALM, you would be surprised how much a few deep breathes can do for you.

2: Try to drive to your test or atleast try to drive before you take it.

3: Always make sure to shoulder check, it’s better to shoulder check more rather then not shoulder checking at all.

4: pay attention to the speed limit & how fast you are going. The reason I say this is because it’s the easiest points to not lose.

5: As Rick has suggested in videos, BACK IN to your spot at the registry if there is designated parking. It will be easier to just pull out rather than backing up.

6: If you feel like you’ve made a mistake or notice you have, DON’T DWELL ON IT! Almost everyone makes a few mistakes & it’s expected. Just focus on the rest of the test. For all you know the examiner didn’t even notice.

7: BE CONFIDENT. You can do this. & you can pass. If I can YOU can!

8: practice practice practice.

Best of luck to you all.

[guyinablazer]

“It doesn’t take any time out of your day to be nice to other people” 🥺. Literally the most helpful video I’ve seen

[advocateforaimassist]

Just passed my road test! Best tips don’t overthink... and most importantly relax. You’ll pass with flying colors

[briewilliams]

You’re like calm dad I never had 😂 my dad is very intense and short tempered so I watch your videos so I can hear someone teach me in a calm manner 💛

[RageRaccoon]

"it doesn't take any time out of your day to be nice to other people" - one of the most Canadian things ever said

[Juanissleepy]

I passed my driver's test today!!!! I am so excited, and my family is very proud. I studied and practiced but your videos helped so much. Thank You Rick! Continue these awesome videos. Keep teaching us how to be a safe driver. My younger sister is next on getting her license and I am going to show her your videos.

[vibescafe]

I see the goodness alive in this world. This man spent his time, kept speaking for almost half an hour and kept exerted for the benefit of others and without any greed. Hats off for such great people.

[MichellesMNMx]

“If you make a mistake keep going!” Literally got me through my road test today! Thanks for all your videos

[jovelynmanaciolatour]

I passed my road test first try!! I’m a first time driver at the age of 26. I didn’t enroll in drivers ed, my husband was the one who taught me patiently. Thank you so much for all your help, Rick. This success would not be possible w/out all your important tips. Thank you!! Thank you!! 😊

[janessaa]

HAHAHAHA im so nervous! but calm . just remember Whatevers meant to be will be. think about all of your next moves calmy, apply your knowledge and do what they ask in a safe manner. lets go!!!! if youre reading this you will pass, sending u good vibes. UPDATE I

[Bugga-Ray-Dudley]

Taking it tomorrow lol I’m spooked

Edit: just took it and passed. Best feeling in the world

[tribucanson]

Just came here to say THANK YOU!!! I did not enroll in any driving school. My husband taught me how to drive but you taught me all the specifics and how to do it better through your videos. I passed my G2 license here in Ontario, first take, thanks to you!!!! I cried happy tears. This means a lot to me and my family. Now, we can do 2 things at the same time and I don't have to rely on my husband for all our errands. Thank you so so much!

[Blitzo]

I AM FROM THE U.S. AND I PASSED MY DRIVING TEST ALMOST FLAWLESSLY (I ONLY GOT 2 ERRORS ON MY EXAM) AT MY LOCAL I AM NOW OFFICIALLY A LICENSED YOUR VIDEOS HELPED ME SO MUCH WITH LEARNING HOW TO DRIVE AND PREPARING FOR THE THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING YOU DO ON YOUR CHANNEL AND PLEASE DON’T STOP TEACHING OTHERS ABOUT HOW TO BE AMAZING

[LikeLiang]

Who's watching this before their test?

[noahmarchais]

watched this in the morning, went home with my license! good luck to you guys!

[YourMom-jdjp]

I watched your videos to help me prepare for my driver's test (In addition to practicing with a local driving school) and I passed on my first try yesterday with only one point deduction! Thanks for your help, man.

[msklodhi]

"Your job is to take away the examiner's right to fail you." I still remember I kept saying the same myself yesterday while doing a road test. I am falling in love with Rick's video. :) I will keep watching all those videos to be a good driver.