Tips for Taking Your Behind
the Wheel Road Test in Florida
After you have
completed and passed your written drivers test, you will need to take the
behind the wheels portion of testing and pass to receive your license. The
Florida behind the wheel road test is approximately 20 minutes long, and will
cover some of the basic maneuvers you will you use in daily driving on the
road. A State Certified examiner will ride with you during the test and grade
you (using the state certified computer tablet) based on your ability to
complete simple operations and follow directions and instruction
such as turning right and left,
parking, and basic skills as outlined in the Florida DMV Handbook.
What can I do to prepare
before taking a behind the wheel test?
Many people fail their
road test several times before finally receiving their license. Making sure you
are in good physical and mental condition to test is a good way to assure you
will pass on the first try. If you are nervous, sleepy or in a bad emotion
state while trying to take the behind the wheels test it is likely you will
make bad decisions.
Study, practice, study
and practice some more. Learn the procedures as outlined in the Florida DMV
Handbook.
Prepare Yourself
Many drivers become
nervous in anticipation of the test. Make sure you keep yourself calm and a
relaxed upon arrival for test day. Get a good night sleep and eat a healthy
meal, so that you will be alert and ready to pass. In addition, review the
Florida driver’s handbook so that you are confident in understanding the signs
and signals you will come across on the road.
Prepare your Vehicle
In addition to
preparing yourself, be sure that you know the vehicle you are driving. Some
companies offer their own specific cars for use during the test. These vehicles
are clearly marked so that other drivers will know you are testing. Before
driving on the road, adjust your mirrors, seat and steering wheel to a position
that is comfortable for you. This will help avoid blind spots and accidents.
If you are using your
own vehicle, take some time to become familiar with it. Go for at least one
practice drive with your licensed driver before the test day. Check that all
lights and turn signals are working and in good condition. Keep in mind if you
are using your own vehicle the other drivers on the road will not know you are
a new driver and testing. Remember, when using your vehicle for the road test,
you must present a current insurance card (Not a picture on a phone or tablet
but an actual printer document) and a current Valid Registration.
What Are Some Helpful Tips
to assure I Pass While at the Test?
You have prepared
yourself mentally and physically to pass. Your vehicle is well prepared and
passes inspection to be used on the road. Now it is time for the actual
testing. Follow these helpful tips to assure you become a licensed driver:
What can I do while on the
road to pass the test?
Stay calm while on the
road, it will help you to make better judgments if a situation arises. Follow
the rules of safe driving to assure you do not endanger yourself or other
drivers during the test:
How can I avoid Automatic
Failing of the test?
The behind the wheels
test works on a point grading system. Scoring your road test in electronically
administered with a high-tech tablet. But there are some cases where you will
automatically fail your test and be asked to retest at a later date after more
practice and an additional cost. The most obvious of these would be damaging a
vehicle or causing an accident while on the road. Any illegal or unsafe act
will result in an automatic disqualification (FAIL). Here are some ways to
avoid an accident and receiving an automatic fail:
·
Do not stop at a yield.
This will potential cause you to be hit from behind by another driver.
·
Use your turn signals,
and don’t signal too soon or too late.
Follow these helpful
tips before and during your behind the wheels test and you will surely pass on
the first try. It is important to stay calm while out there and remember that
the drivers around you are experienced, so they may not be prepared for you to
make a rash decision. Know ahead of time what you are planning to do, whether
it be changing lanes or making a turn. Practice makes perfect so most
importantly, assure you have had plenty of time on the road and you will be
driving on your own in no time.