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While the driver test measures you skill behind the wheel,

it's important to remember that the test

actually begins before you start your engine.

A pretest must be succefully completed

before the driver can enter the open road.

If the isn't in proper working order

or the driver fails to have proper paperwork,

the test is over.

Here's what a pre-test looks like.

Hi there.

Hi.

I'm Examiner Glenn.I'll be conducting your test today.

How are you doing?

Fine, thank you.

Good. May I see your appointment slip, your ID and your insurance, please.

That's my appointment slip … my ID and my proof of insurance.

Thank you.

Okay, I see that you do have a valid insurance card for this car.

You can go ahead and put those away now.

Thank you.

Is the engine shut off?

It is.

Very good. How about your parking brake?

Could you release that and reset it, please?

Okay, the next thing I'd like you to do is

demonstrade your hand signal, please.

First, I'd like you to demonstrate to slowing or stopping.

Now, second, right turn.

And left turn, thank you.

Next, I'd you to demonstrate your ability

to stop the vehicle.

Okay.

Please your foot over the gas pedal.

Don't press it, but when I say, "Stop"

step on the brake as fast as you can.

Okay.

Stop. Very good.

Next, I'd like you to start the vehicle.

Now, keep your foot on the brake pedal.

Push the brake. Keep your foot on the brake.

I see the left one is good. The right one's good.

And the center one's good.

Next, we're going to check your electric turn signals.

First left.

Thank you. And right.

And the tabs are good.

Okay, right turn signal.

Left turn signal.

Good, we're ready to go.

Having arrived with the correct documents,

an understanding of hand signals

and a car in proper working order,

this driver has successfully completed the pre-test

and moves on to the open road for the next phrase

of her driver test.

In this video we're going to demonstrate

the backing maneuver.

Back you vehicle around the corner

staying as close to the curb as you can.

Then, safely continue backing in a straight line

until directed to stop.

Thic test measure skills needed for

backing out of a driveway or alley.

It requires proper vision tecniques;

primarily, looking out the back window when backing.

You want to look where you driving,

not just in the mirror or to the front.

Remember to stop before the crosswalk area.

Making sure that there aren't any pedestrians

or other traffic in that zone.

Once you know the area is clear,

continue backing.

Troungout the backing manuever,

stay witin 18-inches of the curb.

That will help you stay out of the way of other traffic.

Being around of what's going on around you

on all directions is extremly important.

Just like a quarterback with great field vision,

you want to be aware of everything that's going on

all around you.

The difference, of course, is that driving

is not a game.

A single mistake made behind the wheel

can be deadly.

It really can't be stressed enough.

When you're moving backwards,

You want to be looking backwards, too.

Making sure that nothing

and no one is in you way.

Once you've come to a stop,

you ca prepaire to re-enter the roadway.

Check your side view mirror

and turn to look behind you

so that you can see if there's any oncoming

traffic approaching from behind.

Once the way is clear,

you can safe pull forward and onto the street.

Make it a point to follow the proper steps

of doing the backing maneuver

and they'll become habit forming.

That will make you a better driver

and will help keep you and those around you safe.

When driving, it's crucial to always be aware

of what's going on around you

in every direction.

And that's certainly true when parallel parking.

Do you see the brown car parked up ahead?

Yes.

Imagine another vehicle parked

one-and-a-half car lengths behind it.

Parallel between the tow vehicles.

The driver pulls along side the SUV

she'll park behind.

Then, executes three moves as she backs up.

She begins by turning the steering wheel

to the right.

Then back to the left to straighten-out the car

and pull-up evenly along side the curb.

Next, she pulls forward and parks.

It only takes her three moves to park,

limiting the potential impact on other drivers.

Here, the driver has pulled up alongside

the SUV, once again.

Btu before backing up,

shee sees a car approaching form behind.

She waits for it to pass,

then begin to parallel park.

Notice that she's not just looking at her mirrors.

She's turned, looking directly into

her direction of travel.

To be parked legally,

she needs to have both right tires

within twelve inches of the curb.

Parking further away from the curb

presens a traffic hazzard.

But you careful not to run your tires up

into the curb, either.

That can damage them.

Once you've safely parked,

the drive test continues.

Re-enter traffic.

After all, you'll need to safely drive away

fron that parking spot.

Notice that our driver looks out her window

before re-entering.

Then, as she begins to re-enter,

she looks a second time

make king sure there's no traffic

coming up from behind.

She's successfully completed

the parallel parking test

and back on the road

of her driver test.

On the road, every move a driver makes

or doesn't make

can significantly impact

any one in the area.

A lane change or turn

might seem simple

But when drivers aren't aware

of what's going on

all around their car,

the result can be catastrophic.

At the next corner, turn right.

Before turning, look twice

and make sure the way is clear.

Turn into the near lane,

being careful not to swing wide

as that can impact other drivers.

When safe to do so, move to the left lane.

When changing lanes,

it's extremely important

to check your mirror

and look directly into your blind spots.

When safe to do so, move to the right lane.

You want to make distinct head checks,

not just casual glances.

This way, you know the path is clear

before you begin to change lanes.

After all, the last thing you want to đo

in moving to the path of an unexpected

car, van, bus

or semi.

Bottom line whether your turning,

changing lanes or starting or stopping your car

you need to be aware of everything.

You might think of these areas as zones.

The areas in front, behind

and on both sides of you.

Be aware of what's happening

in the zones at all times

and you'll be a better driver.