Gear up for getting a driving license

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Gear up for getting a driving license! How to prepare for your driving test in Australia.

1. Getting your driving license is not only pretty exciting but also life-changing. After all, it can offer you that independence you have been so longing for. Here are some general tips to help you pass the driving test with flying colors and enjoy the new-found freedom:

2. Practice, practice and practice The popular proverb-“Practice makes a man perfect”- indicates at the importance of consistent hard-work to achieve success in any area. And, the very adage holds true for driving test also. For this, you must invest an adequate amount of your time and energy. Approach a professional driving instructor, learn those lessons and get in private practice. This will simply help you to hit the roads with 100 percent confidence.

Be familiar with the basics:

Without understanding the basics, it would be just a dream to pass the driving test. So, know well the fundamentals of driving given below:

a) Turning on/off the basic buttons like AC, turn signal, wipers, defrost, emergency brake, horn and hazard lights easily.

b) Paying attention to the speed limits by driving neither too fast nor too slow.

c) Using turn signals in all your driving test maneuvers so as to communicate with other drivers about what you are planning to do.

d) Checking your mirrors and blind spots effectively, and being aware of your surroundings.e) Coming to a complete stop at the Stop sign completely before the stop line marking and never making an unsafe rolling stop.

f) While approaching a stop and giveaway sign, let the car on the main street go first.

g) Keeping both hands on the wheel during your inspection test.

h) Making sure your car meet will all minimum standards related to windshield, seat belts, lights, etc. Check our blogs or article about roadworthy car for driving test.

i) Changing lanes when you are absolutely certain that it is safe

     

3. Take stock of test rules

You do not need to guess as to how you will be graded during your driving test. There is the RMS website available which informs on what basis your examiner will mark your driving techniques (like manoeuvres, steering etc). Knowing the exact criteria of the marking means you can prepare in the best way to meet it. Please visit RMS Website for more information about the driving test and how they examine or assess your driving during the driving test.

4. Go for good driving school

Driving is more than just putting your foot on a gas pedal and steering the wheel. It, of course, calls for special knowledge and skills. You can learn them in the best possible way only through a good driving school with proven track record. And, fortunately, such a school is just a call away. We have 600+ 5 start google reviews and more than 1000+ learners recommended on Facebook. Our dedicated  and RMS accredited driving instructors will help you to get your license on 1st go. Please visit our website www.rightchoicedriving.com.au for online booking and more information. If you have any questions, please call us at 0411 837 914 or email us at info@rightchoicedriving.com.au.

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