Practical driving test
Sep 21st 2017, 1:34 am
#16
in Northern California
Joined: Apr 2014
Posts: 284
Re: Practical driving test
I wonder if it was the location of performing the stop? Technically it is supposed to be at the STOP line, but most of the STOP lines near me are set so far back that having stopped there you cannot see other traffic and determine whether it is safe to proceed. I have seen advice that during the test you should stop twice, once at the line, and then roll forward and stop again where you can see whether it is safe to pull into the junction.
Personally, I do think it's a good idea for new arrivals to take a 1 hour lesson. They can also use the driving school car for the test. A good instructor will be familiar with the preferences and foibles of the local examiners and can offer good tips on how to pass first time! It's worth the small expense, IMO.
