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Driving on the road

This Drive lesson is all about learning to scan the road, using the 12-second rule and how to position your car properly in a driving lane.

Parking on the side of the road

Pulling over to the kerb and coming to a stop is a common way to park. In this Drive lesson learn the skills to do this safely and smoothly.

After the restricted licence test
 

Keep learning
Crashes are much more likely in your first 6-12 months on your restricted licence than any other time in life. You simply don’t have the same amount of experience as people who’ve been driving a long time.  
Drive Go app

Prepare for your restricted licence test with Drive Go. Know what to learn next, plan driving routes and track the hours and distance you’ve driven.

Changing lanes

Learning how to confidently change lanes while you’re driving a car is a major milestone. In this Drive lesson you’ll learn how to change lanes safely.

Restricted licence

The second step to becoming a fully licenced car driver is to get your restricted licence. This involves a practical driving test to assess your skills and ability to safely drive a car on the road.

Preparing for and booking the restricted licence test
To get a restricted licence you must:

be at least 16½ years old
have held your learner licence for at least 6 months
pass a practical driving test.
Doing the restricted licence test
Following distance: using the 2-second or 4-second rules. Road position: keeping the vehicle positioned safely while driving, including using the correct lane. The testing officer will ask you to do either a reverse parallel park or a three-point turn.
Driving straight at higher speeds

You have less time to react when you're driving fast. This lesson gives you advice on staying safe when you're travelling at higher speeds.

Driving through complex intersections

Complex intersections require higher levels of concentration but they don't have to be scary. This lesson will explain how to safely drive through a complex intersection.

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