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29/08/2026

Good steering isn't about constantly making small movements with the steering wheel. In this video, Raul has difficulty steering a steady course, and you can see the steering wheel moving and shaking unnecessarily while he's driving. This results in a mark down during the driving test.

When you're travelling along a relatively straight road, try to keep the steering wheel as stable and motionless as possible, making only the small corrections that are actually necessary to maintain your position on the road. Constantly moving the steering wheel from side to side can cause the vehicle to wander within the lane and makes the drive less smooth and controlled.

Driving examiners assess your ability to maintain a steady course and demonstrate good steering and vehicle control throughout the driving test. Keep your hands relaxed, look well ahead rather than directly in front of the car, and make smooth, controlled steering adjustments only when they're needed.

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28/08/2026

What should you do during a driving test when the examiner doesn't give you any instructions? Keep following the road you're already on. In this clip, I didn't give Raul any directions because I wanted him to simply follow the road, but he missed an important clue in the road markings and attempted to continue straight onto a different road.

The dotted line on the road is an important cue. If you cross that dotted line, you're entering a new road. In this situation, crossing it meant Raul was no longer following the road he was already travelling on. Reading road markings carefully and understanding where the road naturally continues are important skills during a driving test.

There was also a second mistake. Raul missed the ONE WAY sign and drove too far to the left instead of positioning the vehicle appropriately in the middle of the one way road.

Both mistakes resulted in mark downs during the driving test. Driving examiners expect you to read road signs and markings, understand the road layout, maintain appropriate road positioning, and continue following the road independently when no instruction is given.

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27/08/2026

You may come across roads where trees or a traffic island separate the two directions of traffic, with a KEEP LEFT sign at the beginning. In this situation, you need to drive on the left side of the KEEP LEFT sign. The road on your side of the trees is for traffic travelling in your direction, while the road on the other side is for oncoming traffic.

Once you're on your side, treat it as a one way road and generally position your vehicle appropriately within the available roadway. If there are parked cars or other obstructions on the left, move to the right when it is safe to pass them, then return to the left side of the road once you've passed the obstruction.

Most importantly, don't drive to the right side of the KEEP LEFT sign. Doing so can put you onto the wrong side of the road and into the path of oncoming traffic. During a driving test, this can be a critical driving error and result in an instant fail.

Recognising KEEP LEFT signs, understanding road layout, maintaining good road positioning, and responding safely to parked vehicles are important skills for both your driving test and everyday driving.

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26/08/2026

One of the most common mistakes drivers make at roundabouts is forgetting to indicate left when exiting. When you're going straight through a roundabout, you don't indicate as you enter, but you need to indicate left as you exit.

Your indicator isn't just for you. It communicates your intention to other drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, and everyone else around the roundabout. Indicating left lets them know that you're about to exit rather than continue around the roundabout, helping everyone make safer decisions.

During a driving test, failing to indicate left when exiting a roundabout can result in a mark down and, depending on the circumstances, could potentially contribute to a critical error.

Driving examiners assess your signalling, observation, road positioning, and awareness throughout the test.
Make indicating left when exiting a roundabout part of your normal driving routine. It's a simple habit that improves communication, reduces confusion, and makes roundabouts safer for everyone.

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25/08/2026

How much distance should you leave between your car and the vehicle in front when stopping at traffic lights? A simple guide is to stop where you can see the tyres of the vehicle in front touching the road. This generally gives you a safe amount of space without stopping unnecessarily far away.

Another useful way to judge your stopping distance is to imagine that the vehicle in front suddenly breaks down. You should have enough room to drive around it without having to reverse first. If you would need to reverse before you could get around the vehicle, you've probably stopped too close.

During a driving test, stopping too close or unnecessarily far from the vehicle in front can result in a mark down, so judging your stopping distance correctly is an important driving skill.

On a hilly road, it's a good idea to leave even more space, particularly when you're behind a long or heavy vehicle such as a bus or truck. This gives you an additional safety margin if the vehicle rolls backwards and also improves your visibility.

Maintaining a safe stopping distance demonstrates good judgement, hazard perception, vehicle control, and forward planning, all important skills during your driving test and everyday driving.

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24/08/2026

Turning left at a roundabout is a common driving situation and an important skill to master before your driving test. As you approach the roundabout, indicate left early, slow down to an appropriate speed, observe the roundabout, and give way to any vehicles that you are required to give way to.

Once it's safe to enter, maintain good lane positioning and continue around the roundabout smoothly. Because you're taking the first exit, keep your left indicator on as you enter and exit the roundabout. Make sure you continue observing for pedestrians, cyclists, and other vehicles as you complete the turn.
A good left turn at a roundabout should be smooth, controlled, and well planned.

Good observation, correct signalling, appropriate speed, and safe gap selection are all important skills that driving examiners assess during a driving test.
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22/08/2026

When you complete a turn onto a road with two lanes travelling in the same direction, make sure you choose a lane as soon as you complete the turn. Don't continue driving between the two lanes while deciding which one you want to use.

In this driving test clip, Raul completes the turn but briefly drives between the two lanes instead of establishing his position in one lane straight away. This can create uncertainty for other road users and shows poor lane positioning during a driving test.
As you approach the turn, look ahead at the road layout and plan which lane you're going to enter. Once you've completed the turn, position the vehicle clearly within your chosen lane and continue driving.

Good lane selection, road positioning, observation, and forward planning are important skills that driving examiners assess throughout the driving test.
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21/08/2026

When you come across a FORM 1 LANE situation and you're travelling in the right lane, you need to be aware of vehicles travelling beside you in the left lane. Before the two lanes merge into one, check your left mirror and perform a shoulder check to the left to make sure there isn't a vehicle, motorcycle, or cyclist beside you or in your blind spot.

Even though you're already travelling in the right lane, don't assume the space on your left is clear. Another driver may be travelling alongside you or attempting to move ahead as the lanes narrow. Checking your left mirror and blind spot gives you the information you need to react safely and avoid a potential collision.

During a driving test, good observation in a FORM 1 LANE situation demonstrates hazard perception, awareness, and safe decision making. Remember: right lane, check left before the lanes become one.

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19/08/2026

When turning onto a road with multiple lanes, do you always have to enter the closest lane? This is a common question among learner drivers preparing for their driving test. The correct lane can depend on the road layout, lane markings, arrows, signs, and the traffic situation, so it's important to read the road rather than automatically assuming you must always take the closest lane.

In this driving test tip, I explain how to choose the appropriate lane when turning and why good lane selection matters. Driving examiners assess your road positioning, observation, lane discipline, hazard perception, and ability to follow road signs and markings.

Choosing your lane correctly and completing the turn smoothly will help you avoid unnecessary driving test mistakes and become a safer, more confident driver.

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18/08/2026

Not every great drive starts perfectly. In this driving test video, the learner makes a mistake early in the drive, but instead of letting it affect their confidence, they recover and continue driving brilliantly.

This is an important lesson for anyone preparing for a driving test. A non critical driving error or mark down doesn't mean the test is over, so don't keep thinking about the mistake or allow it to affect your next decision.

The best thing you can do is stay focused on the road ahead and continue demonstrating good observation, hazard perception, speed management, road positioning, vehicle control, and safe decision making.

Driving examiners assess your driving throughout the test, and being able to recover from a mistake and continue driving safely is extremely important.
Watch more driving test tips, mock driving tests, and Australian road rule videos to help you become a safer driver and pass your driving test with confidence.

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