This checklist applies to learners who have enrolled in a
Sydney driving school or are being taught personally by a family member who is
a licenced driver. This is a checklist
of helpful ideas that help ensure that you pass the driving tests required to
get your provisional licence.
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Learning the basics with a driving school is
best. They make learning less stressful because of the safety standards of the
cars used. Driving School car units in
Sydney are required to have dual control so the learner and the vehicle are
partially controlled by the expert driver.
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Even if you are with a driving school, you
should do your own homework too. Read the “A guide to the Driving Test” which you
can download here. It tells you what is expected of you during the test. Use this as a guide while you learn by
practice and by talking to your instructor.
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Don’t be afraid to talk to your driving
instructor. It is better that your
instructor knows how you feel and what is going on during the driving lessons. Do ask questions as they arise. This is how
you get the most out of your driving school experience.
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Not everyone’s learning curve is the same, so be
patient with yourself. Not everyone has
the dexterity and presence of mind immediately after the first try. Take it easy and do not be too hard on
yourself. Pause and pull up on the side
if you are overwhelmed.
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Remember to relax. Your confidence will build up as you go
along. Tension leads to panic at the
first sign of and obstacle you’ll encounter. Panic impairs your reaction
time. However, being over confident also
gets you in trouble. The key is to be
cautiously relaxed while you take in all the sights and the sounds around you
as you drive down the road.
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Keep your Driving Log Book with you during the
lessons – this is the log book provided for you with your L Plates after you
pass the DKT. Do take the time to read it and fill out all forms and sections
that apply to you. Make sure that everything is correctly filled up and are
signed (when necessary). You will need it when you sign up or pre-book your
driving test.
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Enjoy.
Learning how to drive may be overwhelming but try and have fun while
learning. It can be an exhilarating
experience especially if you know you are in good hands with your driving instructor.
