Love the videos. I'm in Washington. Passed my driver's test .thankyou for helping us pass ower test you are helping ower community's drivers me included .will continue to watch I Wana be a master driver😅😂🙌👊
Hi Julius Campbell - that is *_INCREDIBLE_* news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate in Washington? See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
I thought I would just say thank you so much. I took my test this morning and actually passed FIRST time. I studied your videos religiously and turns out it paid off. Thank you so much for the all the amazing content you produce so I could study it when I wasn't on the road.
Hi UndeadAirwaves - that is simply AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
🌸ATTENTION LADIES AND GENTLEMEN (with long hair) I went to take my first drivers test and I failed!! I did the everything right but due to my hair being in my face she couldn’t tell I was looking over my shoulders!!! Sooooo my second test I did pass!! BUT I wore my hair in a ponytail and overly did my head movements! & I took extra time looking in my mirrors at the stop sign! Good luck everyone! 🌸
Hi A B - that is a AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and the relevant information. You are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study, practice, and learning from your mistakes. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
+Paola S that is awesome news. Thanks so much for letting us know. I suspect you're having a great party and it is well deserved. All the best with your newly earned freedom . If there's anything further we can do drop us a note. All the best, cheers
Hi there! I took my road-test last week Monday and failed it. I watched your videos from Monday and Tuesday. Wednesday of that same week, I took the road-test again and finally passed. Your tutorials really helped a lot. Thank you so so much!
Hi Den - that is a awesome news. Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you had a big celebration after being successful on your subsequent attempt, and it is well deserved. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best with your newly earned freedom. All the best, Cheers Rick
I'm still working on controlled intersection. I need to practice more and make sure I drive safe. I'm always going to be driving with my two kids to school. Which made take the roadtest twice in one week time.
Hi HamSama - that is a awesome news. Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Hi NIC Y - that is *_SPECTACULAR_* news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate? See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
Hi Nun of ya Business - Thank you for your comment. You're going to do awesome. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Adwoa Hanson - Thank you for your comment. You're going to do awesome. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Lovely1995 Girl - that is a AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are still having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where did you go on your first solo trip to celebrate?
I am from a country with different steering and road side but I am permitted to drive in Canada. I have been watching all of your videos and truly these are life saver for me.
Hi Affiliate Master - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. We're happy to hear that we can help out. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@@appletree8441 I think the question is whether the OP is about tourists being legally allowed to drive in Canada. It doesn't matter which side of the road your home country drives upon. Anyone who is legally in the country as a tourist, with a valid driver's license from their home country, is allowed to drive in the US and Canada. It is just as easy for British tourists to legally be able to drive in Canada, as it is for French tourists to legally be able to drive in Canada. The onus is on you to train yourself for right-handed traffic, and adapt to everyone else.
It’s amazing how I feels like you are taking me to this journey and I’m just sitting next to you and you are explaining in the best way possible, thank you so much 🙏🏽 and I highly appreciate your efforts 👏🏽
Hi Hasib Zahiruddin - Thank you for your kind words my friend. Have a look at this vid too: ua-cam.com/video/aLfiLdPEC6U/v-deo.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
I'm taking my test in late July or early August. I'm watching these videos to be a safer driver and ensure I can pass. This will be my third time taking the test. I finally feel confident enough to ensure my passengers are safe.
i watched your videos and i passed my road test earlier this week! thank you so much. i’m still watching your videos because it will help with my driving and just overall knowledge.
Hi keisha - Thank you for your comments. That is *_FABULOUS_* news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate? See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
Hi John - that is a awesome news. Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you had a big celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your stellar performance. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. Enjoy your newly earned freedom. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Rachel - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment. Yes, few drivers actually come to a complete stop for a STOP sign. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
It's appalling the things people do in traffic! I'm in the process of getting my license and have been watching your videos. I find them very helpful at reducing the anxiety I had for many years causing me to put off learning how. Thanks for all that you do!
Hi Rachel - you are most welcome. Yes, one of the hardest things to learn about driving is that it is not a matter of if someone is going to do something goofy but when. And if you expect it and prepare, than you won't be caught out. All the best, Cheers Rick
Watched so many of Rick's excellent videos 5 years now I feel that I've grown up in Vernon, Canada. Feel like I've lived around all these houses and stores and sites. lol. Got to take a road test every two years due to a lost eye to glaucoma. Pass every time.
Hi Kathryn J. Hernandez - thank you for your kind words. We're happy to hear we could help out. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Cameron Tobin - Thank you for your comment. You're going to do awesome. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
I passed! It wasn’t too bad, for new people, just relax. Make sure you know how to do maneuvers like parallel parking and 3 point turn, use signals and keep looking everywhere. Thank you rick!!
Hi Cameron Tobin - that is a awesome news. Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are planning a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Hi Fabiana A. Becatini - madyjoe21 - that is a awesome news. Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Dr Rick August, thank you for your videos and inspiring tips and advice. Excellent service. I followed you and watched the videos several times. I attended the road test today. Followed everything you said with deep breath and faith demonstrating the skills and knowledge. Passed in the very first time!!! SALUTE my teacher!!!!
Hi Sangasudma Davidson - thank you for your kind words. That is *_SUPER DUPER GREAT_* news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate? See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
I passed my road test in the first try.. I am glad I watched your videos as a new migrant from Nigeria to Canada, this means a lot to me. I have recommended this page to several others trying to get licensed.
Im so thankful to you Smart drive, I watched this before I do behind the wheel test I passed, I'm still watching it because it helps me more on my driving.
Hi cye bets - that is *_BRILLIANT_* news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate? See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
Hi Mir Arif - that is *_INCREDIBLE_* news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate? See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
I'm not interested in taking driving licence But I'm doing my PHD in in traffic engineering. I like your presentation of explaining the traffic. Good luck 😊😊
Hi Arnel Kyamko - that is a awesome news. Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Hi brassNvinyl - that is a *_AWESOME_* news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in the world did you pass your test? PSS - congratulations on your perfect score!!
What a great place. You could take a day trip down to New Haven and have a beverage to celebrate. Drop us a note if we could help further. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thank you for all your help and support I really became a more safe driver and gain more knowledge about the road. I passed after my third try and it feels great never give up practice and take your time. God Bless
Hi Donie Don - that is AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study, practice, and your determination. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Okay new drivers, and drivers with experience, Yes in that video i will agree the amount of drivers blew the stop sign with-out complete stop need ticket, the cost of rolling stop sign is expensive, and possibly the court may give you 2-3 points on that. And in that video i'm shocked he never mentioned sharing the Road with Funeral procession. Common The laws do say you have to Stop or pull over bit and let it pass, and Honor the last respects of the person in the Hearse and show your respects to them even you don't know them. And School buses also you have to stop for them 20 ft away for safety, If you get caught blowing those flashing school bus RED LIGHTS that's tough ticket you will pay, along with Hefty Fine and Sweet 3- points or more if the judge warrants that. Drive safe this summer ladies and gent's.
Hi Donald Rak - thank you for your comment and relevant information. This video was about right-of-way at different intersection configurations. But as you mention, I may need to make a video about right-of-way at different traffic situations. Thank you for that topic. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Rick, I have watched almost all your informative videos and finally passed my Road test here today in Langley, BC. All Thanks to you and your channel.
Hi Aslam Quadri - that is a awesome news. Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Hi Alejandro Peralta - that is INCREDIBLE news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study, practice, and passing in NY. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - I'm assuming you passed in the "city" of NY? Are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Hi Alejandro Peralta - Thank you for registering your success on the 100K campaign. And a trip to Buffalo would be incredible. Be sure to take #17 Highway across. It's much more scenic than the interstate, and just about as fast. Stay well and let us know if we can help further with the solo driving. All the best, Cheers Rick
Same like me ,I already passed my driving exam but I still watch your videos because l learn more news things while watching the videos. Kudos for the good job you are doing here for new drivers to keep us safe.
Hi Innocent Jereme - We're happy to hear we could help out. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Michael M - that is a awesome news. Thank you for letting us know, and for your stellar endorsement. I'm sure you are planning, or having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. Enjoy your newly earned freedom. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in the world did you pass your test, and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Hi Fabrício Ribeiro - Thank you for your comment and compliment. Acting is just my side job...this is my real gig. ;p) If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi tina colbourne - Thank you for your comment. Few if any veteran drivers every come to a complete stop at a STOP signed intersection. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
I get confused with T-intersections. I also get nervous when there is trash truck or bicyclist in the road and when to slow down and who passes first. I know the person behind the thing in the road has to wait but I always get nervous and make quick decisions that aren't always the best ones. Great video.
Halifax was designed in 1749 and hasn't changed much.. can be interesting in a car and more so in a 45 foot motorcoach. A lot of uphill and downhill one way streets and sharp left or rights with parking to the corners corners. Can be nerve racking! Left turns with a car up to the line to your left can be fun with a building on the corner diagonally across from you.
Hi Paul - Halifax, NS, Canada is a perfect example. And yes, getting big vehicles around these urban centres is challenging to say the least with corners and hills. Boston, MA, USA was similar. If you're in the old colonial part of the city, some of the streets just end at a building with no warning. Yes, these cities did NOT grow up with the motor-car like Los Angeles. Happy post-Canada Day my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
Smart Drive Test 06/05/2019 Good morning, thank you very much for all your videos. I took my road test and finally I passed thank God and thank you very much again for your time, for all your positive enthusiasm that you do on your videos. God Bless you forever .
Hi America Montiel - that is a AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
@@smartdrivetest Well Mr. Rick, I am so happy but, you know what I will love to have a CDL license to be available to drive a trailer, or a big truck. I did my Rd test in White Plains New York, fiu, was so nervous I remember that the first time when I took the test was a year ago, and I was so afraid to try again but finally I decided to do it and I did it. Thank you very much again
Hi America Montiel - Thank you for your reply. I am confident that one day you will get your CDL license my friend. The only thing that stands between you and success is time and space...and a bit of work! ;o) We've also added you to the Map of SUCCESS my friend: www.smartdrivetest.com/successful-smart-drivers All the best, Cheers Rick
Hello sir, you may not remember me. My name is johndoe and I was in the live chat on your UA-cam live stream this last Sunday on 7/21/2019. My question was about extending my DL from every 2 years to every 3 years because of the retinopathy because of diabetes. Even though its stabilized, I wasn't able to convince my examiner to extend it to 3 or 5 years. the DMV wasn't willing to take the risk, even though my driving record is spotless. Oh, excuse me, I live in San Diego, California and I go to the El Cajon DMV Field Office. But, I passed my behind The Wheel Test on Tuesday, July 23, 219 with only 3 points lost out of 20 allowed. Its all because you showed us how to drive properly. So, I say THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU. I performed the best backup maneuver ever and its based on your parallel parking video where you chose refernce points around your car to position yourself ! You're a great ma sir and I know in my case I'll need to keep coming back to your video as long as I keep driving !
Hi john doe - I do remember you my friend & that is a AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Unfortunate about the short renewal cycle, however, we're confident you won't have any issues. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where are you going on your first solo trip to celebrate?
I passed my G2 test yesterday at Oshawa Temporary Site on my first try! Thanks for all your videos. I still need to master lane changes but I know that will come with time.
Hi Lily Fede - that is *_INCREDIBLE_* news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate? See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
For all new drivers. In most parts of Canada and the USA you can turn right on a red light. If this is the case treat it as a stop intersection don’t just turn. Come up to the line STOP and observe before proceeding, as if you just turn right immediately another vehicle might be speeding through. Do the turn safely and don’t forget your mirrors and lifesaver shoulder check before turning in case a cyclist is turning with you. Be safe and have fun
i got it my full licence in NZ boss, ty svm for the encourges, tbh i was sad because i had to grow up and drive wise but now it's better now i have to live upto it
Hi Leslie Jones - that is a AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in NZ did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Rick you are a Pro....I know an examiner who instructed a learner driver to proceed and drive through at a controlled intersection inspite of on-coming vehicle. This is contrary to your experience and professional advice.
My first comment but I wanted to say thank you for the clarity of your videos (I have trawled through plenty before I found yours!). I'm an experienced driver in the UK but a novice in the US. It's been extremely helpful to have the both explanations and real situations. I particularly like the emphasis on being more than test ready, cars are lethal weapons and drivers should aim to be the safest driver they can be for life not just their test. So thank you in helping me prepare for driving here :)
Hi Helen Braine - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thanks for the video Rick. Right of way is one of the things I still need to drill into my head before trying for my road test again. I know four way stops and I knew main roads have the right of way over secondary roads but everything besides that I need to have under my belt.
Hi Wyatt Cerri - We're happy to hear we could help out. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi sarcrates - Thank you for your comment. You're going to do awesome. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest Hi Rick! Your tips were super useful in my driving test. I passed! The instructor told me I forgot to head check only once. Thank you so much!!!
Hi sarcrates - that is a AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study, practice, and stellar performanc. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Hi TheSugarflight - that is simply AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in the world did you pass your test and where are you going on your first solo trip to celebrate?
Hi cali - that is a AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Hi Noe Ramirez - that is a awesome news. Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are planning a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Hi raincrazed - We're happy to hear we could help out. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Life Of Tee! - that is *_STUPENDOUSLY AWESOME_* news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate?
Hi Leah Sumbah - that is a awesome news. Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study, practice, and tenacity. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
I've been watching a lot of your videos to help me understand as many road rules as possible since my driving manual didn't really explain much. You've been a great help! But I wanted to ask a question. You said that if two cars meet at an uncontrolled intersection, whichever one is going straight has the right-of--way, but I learned that that only counts if both cars are on opposing sides. Does the placement of the cars matter in the uncontrolled intersection matter, or does the car going straight always receive right-of-way?
Hi Panicatthechemicaldance - Thank you for your query. Basic rules of the road: major road over the minor road; straight through over turning vehicles; and right turning vehicles over left turning. And keep in mind that 2-way stops are different than 4-way stops. So at an uncontrolled intersection, the straight through car most likely has the right-of-way. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Jonas OttaTV - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment. And you are going to do awesome. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Yes it makes sense! This is interesting because when i wanna make a left just like this one car does I have the right of way. I didnt know why when my friend told me but basically the other car was at a stop sign i had no controlled sign.
Hi Leo - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment. And yes, it can be a bit frustrating when the other vehicle has the right-of-way and is waving you on and insisting that you proceed. In those situations, be extremely cautious. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
I failed my class 5 road test today at Maple Ridge on a left turn on two way stop. I was at the STOP sign waiting for the through traffic to clear and there were two cars opposite to me at the stop sign. Both of those cars were were turning right. As through traffic cleared one car from the opposite side made the right turn. As i was scanning the road for any through traffic before i turn left behind the first car, my examiner told me "go go, it's your right of way". I then turned left. She marked that mistake as a " Danger action- not sure of right of way/impeding traffic". There was no car behind me. I'm still confused for right of way in this situation. Should i wait for all the cars on opposite side waiting to turn right before i turn left or should i go after the first car turns right.
Hi AJMER SINGH - Thank you for your for letting us know. Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. We're confident that you'll get your license on the next attempt. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick PS - were you at a 4-way stop or a 2-way stop?
Hi AJMER SINGH - Thank you for your reply. And that my friend is a difficult traffic situation. From a strict point of view on the right-of-way, the 2 cars that were turning right had the right-of-way. However, if there was a sufficient time between the first car turning right, and the second vehicle moving up to the intersection, you could have gone. I suspect that the examiner wanted you to do the later option. Unfortunately, for many new drivers, like you, they would error on the side of caution and wait for the second vehicle to turn right. I'm going to talk about this topic in tomorrow's live stream, and use your situation as a case study. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest Thanks a lot for the reply, but the examiner wanted me to go quickly behind the first car, not wait for the second car to turn right. That was my only mistake in the test. And i will definitely watch your Livestream tomorrow. Thanks again
Hi AJMER SINGH - Thank you for your reply. Because I wasn't there, it is difficult for me to give you precise information. However, I do find it odd that the examiner would push you in that way - it's not protocol, or according to the road rules. All the best, Cheers Rick
This video has been extremely helpful for me. I had such a hard time understanding the right of way in general. All this extra stuff is especially helpuful. I'm relieved to know exactly what to do now. Thank you so much!
I fail my driving test today I feel horrible a complete loser I can't stop crying they told me to come black Monday and to a walking test I have no idea what does that means I just msg my son and told him that I fail and need some time alone he is 12 so he understands I can't believe I been driving for 20 years and I didn't pass a mistake that I never do automatic fail 😢😢😢
I will tell you something that may make you feel better, I failed my road test twelve times in a time of 9 months and I passed on the 13th 2 months ago, never give up!
Hi la chaparra andrade - sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. You need to understand that you did not fail as a driver!! You were unsuccessful on a road test. Know that driving and taking a road test are two completely different tasks. There are so many skills and techniques that are required for a road test that 90% of current drivers with a license would not be successful on a driver's test. As the others have said, use it has a learning experience--or a driving lesson--and do it again. There is no doubt in mm mind that you can pass the test. But today it's OK to be down; tomorrow, we'll get on with getting you a license. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
10:45 There is a bit of a learning curb with roundabouts. First encountered them in England. Some of them are massive. Once you understand how to properly use them they are pretty safe/easy to navigate. Safer than our stop sign/traffic lights in my opinion. They help keep traffic flowing.
Are uncontrolled intersections only present in residential areas where speed limit < 30 mph? Do we have uncontrolled intersections for speed limits > 40-50 mph?
Hi Venkatraman Natarajan - Thank you for your comment and query. Any time you're turning from a major road to a minor road mid-block, and you are on the major road, you are going to be at an uncontrolled intersection. The traffic on the minor road will have a control, but you will not. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Venkatraman Natarajan - Thank you for your response. Yes, you can have an uncontrolled intersection on a major road. It depends where you are as the driver. If you're on the major road and turning onto a minor road, you are at an uncontrolled intersection. See this video: ua-cam.com/video/8XHQSnjbiJU/v-deo.html The vehicles turning from the left-centre turning lane are turning from a "technically" uncontrolled intersection. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Speaking of which, if there is no center lane and I had to turn left from major road to a minor road (or a driveway), can I do that even if there is a double yellow line? Can I switch on the left indicator and block the traffic in the main lane in that case?
Hi, Rick; Great content. Just teaching my niece to pass the road test, by not to drive like me! Your channel is chock full of awesome advice. we both subbed. She watches a vid on what skill we will work on then we go do that exercise. Thanks for all your posts. If you have the time to do a "More Brakes--Less Gas" lesson, that would be very, very much appreciated. Cheers form Victoria, BC!
Hi, Rick! Thank you for the great videos. If a driver #1 was at an intersection waiting for an opportunity to turn left. At the same time, another driver #2 was coming from the far right and was also trying to turn left to take the road next to driver #1 (both intersected roads are two directions). Which driver has the right to do the left turn first? I once saw this situation and both drivers tried to take advantage the same opportunity and they almost collide, but because driver 1 stopped (even though he was @ the stop sign first) accident was avoided. What should I do if I were in a similar situation? Thank you!
Interesting question. Since you generally turn left, from the left-most lane, I would expect that Driver #1 should have the right-of-way to turn left first. Driver #2 is in an awkward position to turn left, and would need a greater amount of time to clear the intersection. This assumes that both drivers arrive at the stop sign simultaneously. This would apply if they arrive on the same side and are trying to turn to the same destination lane, or opposite sides and would have to turn across each other. When two left-turners approach each other in opposite directions, they can both complete the turn simultaneously, provided that they both start from the left-most lane in their respective directions. But if one driver is way off to the right, that is extra time needed to clear the intersection. The typical rule for how to determine right-of-way at an all way stop: 1. whomever arrives first, has right of way 2. whomever arrives on the right (regardless of which side of the road the country drives upon), has right of way. 3. whomever has the simplest maneuver to clear the intersection, has right-of-way, over another driver who has the more complicated turn. Straight has priority over left turns; right turns have priority over left, in the rare event that they would conflict. U-turners have last priority.
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Hi Rick, I really like your informative videos, but one thing i cannot find an answer for, for illuminated pedestrian crossovers, here is the scenario, you approach an activated illuminated crossover where the lights are flashing on top of the crossover sign but no pedestrians are crossing or going to cross, do you need to make a complete stop before we proceed, then if the road is clear proceed? or shall we stop and wait until the flashing lights are OFF then proceed? or shall we proceed with caution? which answer is correct?
Hi away_of_life85 - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment and query. If the lights are activated, you need to slow and check. If there aren't any pedestrians, then you can proceed. No, you don't need to come to a complete stop and wait for the lights to stop. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Rick, no need to apologise, in thr matter of fact i owe you an apology for posting the same comment on more than one video, i have my road test on Monday, wish me luck :)
Hi away_of_life85 - Thank you for your comment. You're going to do awesome. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
So funny how in the beginning of this video, non of those cars came to a complete stop at the 4 way stop lol. Rolling stops at any stop sign/traffic light is a big no no.
Hi Kim Mckay - Thank you for your comment. And your mission to get drivers to come to a complete stop at a STOP signed intersection is going to be futile. Realize and know that people just aren't going to come to complete stop unless they're on a road test. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Rick, So you mentioned, when in doubt simply stop and wait for others to move. What if I arrive at an intersection in which the other person clearly has the right of way and I don't, but waves and insists that I go first. Should I go? Normally this wouldn't be an issue, but I'm worried I'll lose points for this during a road test. Thanks.
Hi jack favvv02 - Thank you for your comment and excellent query. On a road test, never ever go when another driver waves you through, if that driver has the right-of-way. See this video for further explanation: ua-cam.com/video/Qf9b63bJ-oY/v-deo.html&list=PL0x-bChcUvwEee3P4OrnVJjnx5IKwGsqT&index=19 If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi jessa pacia - that is SUPER DUPER TERRIFIC news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate there in the Buckeye? See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
Hi Rick, I'm taking a road test in Texas later today (so this is a very last minute question).... the most confusing All Stop intersection for me is when all four directions have multiple lanes (2 lanes or more). let say the car on my right driving in the same direction as me reach the stop line before me. As I approach the same stop line a car from the opposite direction reaches his/her stop line after the car on my right but before me. In that moment, all three vehicles would stop at the stop lines. It's clear that the car on my right has the right of way since he/she reached the stop line first. Question is, can I proceed at the same time with the car on my right (since no cars from other directions can proceed) or should I wait my turn?
Hi Razol Mahari - Thank you for your comment and query. For the purposes of a road test, I would counsel you to wait your turn my friend. Have a look at this video: ua-cam.com/video/RVgSNkvl9jE/v-deo.html&list=PL0x-bChcUvwE_rlzVW9kuEblcjDwxCaFj&index=5 You're going to do awesome on your test. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
I thought you always signal right when when you leave the roundabout, which means left turners turn off their left blinker upon reaching the 12 o'clock position of the circle and turn on their right blinker to show that they're leaving the roundabout. So many motorists blowing through those stop signs in the last clip there. And they all think they're doing a rolling stop.
Hi Edward Miessner - Thank you for your comment. This video will help with the roundabouts my friend: ua-cam.com/video/hcYhzbEnoMA/v-deo.html And yes, you're never going to stop drivers from not stopping completely at a 4-way intersection. ;o) If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest Thanks for the vid. It has a nice solution for those 4-way stop intersections and their "rolling stops:" mini-roundabouts just like in the UK and Australia. Of course, we call them traffic calming circles here in the US. Put one at each 4-way stop and make it a 4-way yield, and the intersection will be safer and motorist frustration decreased.
Hi Edward Miessner - Thank you for your response. Yes, unfortunately, authorities in North America have given roundabouts many names, which I think leads to confusion amongst motorists. The other benefit of roundabouts is noise pollution, which these reduce because vehicles aren't accelerating from a dead stop as they are with conventional 4-way stops. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi, thank you for sharing your vedios. I am complicated in understanding about residential speeding very confused because it said that the business and residential speed is 25mph but why some days residential is only 10mph. So confusing.
Hi jm channel - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your question. Are you in a school zone my friend? If so, have a look at this video: ua-cam.com/video/rUbcR_rU8Ek/v-deo.html All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Yara Asfour - Thank you for your for letting us know. Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. You've got a great attitude and we're confident that you'll get your license on the next attempt. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
hey Rick! great video. could you do a video on how to determine the turn of the wheel on a turn. I'm a new driver and I'm getting better at determining HOW much i have to turn the wheel, but just wondering if you have some tips.
Hi bob - thank you for your comment and query. The following should help. Have a look at this video for speed control: ua-cam.com/video/I19WKgoQqxY/v-deo.html and this video for better understanding of the primary controls: ua-cam.com/video/dJpMKkwEhxI/v-deo.html and ua-cam.com/video/w3Dc8k1jOq8/v-deo.html And be sure to have a look at the turning playlist for further tips on turning: ua-cam.com/play/PL0x-bChcUvwEee3P4OrnVJjnx5IKwGsqT.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
What do you do when you're behind a big truck at an intersection, and you cannot see the traffic lights? A small car behind a truck is at a real disadvantage because you can't see the light and a lot of the traffic is also blocked from sight. I've seen people just trustingly follow the truck into the intersection without so much as a pause to look around first. Somehow that seems wrong to me.
normally you are supposed to stop a certain distance away from a large truck so this doesnt happen but if it does happen once the truck starts moving move slowly or wait a bit behind till you can see the light then continue as normal
Ummm that applies to all vehicles..not just big trucks. Stay back to be able to see if the light is changing or not..swing is a bit of an issue with the police
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Hi Ayigari Jijje - Thank you for your reply. Which city did you pass in Ontario? We'd like to add you to the Map of Success my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Ayigari Jijje - Thank you for your reply. Be sure to take a road trip my friend to celebrate your success. We've also added you to the Map of SUCCESS my friend: www.smartdrivetest.com/successful-smart-drivers All the best, Cheers Rick
Right of way situation: If both lanes are green and you're turning left but another incoming vehicle is turning right in the opposed lane , who has the right of way?.
Hi bonjimss De guzman - Thank you for your comment and query. The vehicle turning right my friend. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi N's kitchenette - Thank you for your comment. Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempts. Have you taken any driving lessons my friend? All the best, Cheers Rick
Yes I have taken a two hour class, the instructor told me just to practice on turns, which I overcome by practicing like scanning, controlled and uncontrolled turns. But yet on some minor mistakes they disqualified me, and says it's critical error.
Hi N's kitchenette - Thank you for your reply. I would suggest that you revisit the fundamentals my friend. Do the exercises in this video: ua-cam.com/video/dJpMKkwEhxI/v-deo.html All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi N's kitchenette - Thank you for your reply. You will have a very high chance of passing your road test my friend. I would also counsel you to book a practice driving test a week before your road test. That way a driving instructor can give you feedback on those skills and techniques that my need some work before your actual test. All the best, Cheers Rick
I hope you can help me. You keep pointing out that one should stop if uncertain or in doubt on cross-section but this advice actually didn't let me pass the test. The examiner penalized for 50 points (10 each time) only for my uncertainty on the right of the way. From his words: "If you see the right of the way, take it! Do not hesitate or think..." Now I am thinking to try it again but I am afraid to fail. And there is a truth in your words, no doubt about it. What should I do?
Hi Elena - thank you for your comment and query. Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. I would suggest that you work with a veteran driver because it doesn't sound like determining the right-of-way is your issue, but rather judging the gap. And that is something easier to learn with another driver. Have a look at this video: ua-cam.com/video/j1oQZIPkjhQ/v-deo.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Seamus Mullarkey - Thank you for your comment. Yes it is my friend. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi! I have one question: from a 4-way intersection, two cars from the same direction came at the same time, one is turning left and the other one is turning right...who has the right of way?
The right-turner would have the right of way, in the event that a left turner and right turner both have the same destination lane. This applies in right-hand traffic countries. Generally, if both vehicles arrive on opposite sides of a stop simultaneously, and would conflict with one another: whomever has the simplest maneuver in the intersection, would have right of way. If both maneuvers can be completed without a conflict (straight and straight, or left and left), they can proceed at the same time.
Hi Shyanna Rice - You're going to do awesome. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick PS - see this post BEFORE you head to the test centre: www.smartdrivetest.com/pass-drivers-test/pre-trip-inspection
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I stopped when I was going to make a right turn on a red light because there was a truck coming. But the examiner told me to go go go. Kinda got me nervous there. I didn't pass because I forgot to yield the right-of-way when I was supposed to turn left at an intersection. It sucks because I was the one who drove to the test center with my driving instructor and also practiced on the test route before taking the test for 2 and half hours. I didn't encounter any oncoming cars from the front on the intersections.
Hi Jen Hernandez-Dela Cruz - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
We have an intersection from a downhill blvd to a main road into the city and at an angle where you must look almost over your left shoulder and beyond to see traffic.. There is a crosswalk that has a STOP sign prior to the crosswalk o the left and then another immediately after on the right at the edge of the main thoroughfare. So if I flow through the second sign when all is clear am I illegal?
Hi Paul - can you send me the address of the intersection and the direction you're going through it. I'll have a look on Google and give you some feedback. All the best, Cheers Rick
Entering the street to go South on Barrington - www.google.ca/maps/place/Barrington+St+%26+Devonshire+Ave,+Halifax,+NS/@44.6638631,-63.5936364,3a,75y,107.18h,69.99t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1sxXin_DOqXpg3uHKet7LSzA!2e0!7i13312!8i6656!4m5!3m4!1s0x4b5a216587f67a25:0xf1c206bfb8aefe3f!8m2!3d44.663755!4d-63.593248
I will pass my test !!!!! I can drive easy but THE ONLY ISSUE I NOTICE is I DONT look at a stop sign on my right ( people walking ) but now I have it stuck in my mind. No matter what if I am moving to a other lane or have to move the car for whatever reason to check my mirrors also for intersections I don’t look to my right or left
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I have a question. Today on my way to work I was driving on a road with part uncontrolled and controlled intersections. I was driving by a green light so I knew I had the right of way. While passing a green light, I noticed there was a car on my right trying to go across the uncontrolled intersection on its side,but it look like it went forward too much to the point where its bumper would have hit me when passing the green light. I honked for him or her to move back a bit, and there were too many cars on my Left passing through to let me get by so I stopped and waited for them to move back for me to resume. I heard a car in the back honk .What could I have done differently in this situation? Did I overreact?
Hi Christine - thank you for your comment. From your explanation you responded correctly. When in doubt, simply stop. Too many drivers plow forward and then get into a crash. The vehicle behind you that honked probably couldn't see the vehicle encroaching into the intersection and was just being a goof! You displayed the actions of a smart driver and focused on what you were doing, which is awesome. And you are most welcome. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
can you please make informative visual representation of road rules for 2019. to many boring videos and i have short term memory lose so visuals is how i remember. please and thank you. also what location is this in?
Hi sally smith - Thank you for your query. We're in Canada my friend, but the rules-of-the-road are the same for the most part. Basic general rules - major road over minor road; straight through traffic over turning traffic; right-turning vehicle over left turning vehicles. And know that 2-way stops are different then 4-way stops. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
i have a question. if it is a t junction and i intend to make a left turn, and i am on the vertical road, and there is a vehicle on the horizantal road who wants to make a left turn onto the road i am stopped on, who has the right of way?
Hi Nargis Chogle - thank you for your comment. The vehicle on main road--horizontal road--has the right-of-way. You have to wait for that driver to complete his/her turn. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hey Rick! I have my driving test on May 8th and I have a question on 4 way stop. If you stop at the same time with another car (on the same street) and they roll the stop do you continue after them when you come to a complete stop? It usually takes a bit for the car to cross the street and people will probably wait for you to go since you stopped at the same time with the other car. What do you do in a scenario like that?
Come to a complete stop, independently of the car in front of you. Wait for all incumbent traffic to clear the intersection. Then proceed according to your right-of-way relative to other traffic.
Hi please i need to verify, On two opposing stop signs, a vehicle that would turn left comes and stops first but couldnt make a turn coz the main road is busy. Then another vehicle on the other side of the road that has stop sign too, a vehicle that wants to go straight comes. Now there is a break in the traffic. Who goes first? the left turner or the straight one? thanks
Hi Justin - Thank you for your comment and query. The straight through traffic has the right-of-way and would proceed. Have a look at this video: ua-cam.com/video/wPUPciPP46c/v-deo.htmlm7s If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thanks so much Rick you cleared my confusion.What if there are cars lined up behind the car going straight and they all want to proceed straight too. I had this happen to me, I was a left turner and I was waiting for all of them to proceed whenever there is traffic break on the main road.The cars behind me start honking at me I had a long line of cars behind me too.After a few cars proceeding straight, A courteous guy waved at me to go ahead and do my turn. What would you do If you were me? The intersection was very long and wide.Thanks so much.Appreciate your help a lot
Justin Lopez I think the car behind the car that’s going straight has to move up a bit But Stop. So after the 1st car goes straight, I think it’s ur turn to go..I think ur question was answered at 18:02
Justin Lopez @ around 16:33. He answered a question that has been bugging me for a long time and happened again tonight. At a two way stop, I’m sitting at the sign waiting patiently to turn left. Cross traffic is heavy. Then as it starts to clear, another car opposite approaches and has his right turn signal and angles his car that way. So, we are both turning the same direction, however, I was there probably at least a minute before they were. As soon as traffic cleared, I went, but so did he. Thankfully they stopped to let me proceed since I was in the middle of the road, but I cannot tell you how many times this happens weekly. Drives me crazy.
Hi, Rick! Thanks for the video - it's very useful. But one thing is not clear to me - who has the right of way on an intersection without any stop/yield signs from either side. I know that in most of the Europe (as well in AU and NZ) the general rule for such intersections is that the vehicle on the left must yield to the vehicle on the right. Is there any similar rule in US/Canada? Who should give way when two vehicles meet on a parking lot or any other road crossings without any control devices like signs/lights? Thanks in advance.
Hi Shocker1506 - thank you for your comment and excellent query. This comes back to the saying, "the right-of-way" is never taken, the right-of-way is always given." And yes, you are correct, it is the vehicle that arrives first, or the vehicle on the right - the vehicle on the left in the UK, Malaysia and other countries that drive on the left. If there aren't any control devices, it is best to simply give the right-of-way to other traffic if you're unsure, or take turns as is done at 4-way STOP intersections: ua-cam.com/video/RVgSNkvl9jE/v-deo.html If there's anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
SIR I HAVE SOME QUESTION ABOUT Priority to the right at intersection ^^ IN KOREA TRAFFIC HISTORY IS SHORT. I HOPE I CAN FIND REASON OF reason of Priority to the right at intersection AND ORIGIN(?) OF Priority to the right at intersection. SO MANY PEOPLE SAY WE DO BECAUSE IT IS LAW ^^ BEST REGARDS
Hi LEE JOONGTAEK - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment and query. The reason for the priority to the right--when we drive on the right side of the road--is to facilitate traffic flow. Because vehicle have a shorter distance to travel, these can clear the intersection first, therefore we give priority to these vehicles so they can clear the intersection first and then other traffic can proceed. Separating traffic on the right or left side of the road came about during the industrial revolution owing to the increased amounts of traffic on roadways in urban areas. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi SuccessInTheMaking1 - Thank you for your query . I didn't teach at either one of those schools my friend. Did you know someone there that's as good looking as me!? ;o) If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Is the transition going to be difficult .meaning that I'm used to drive a particular way should the changes posses a problem and are the traffic signal universal
Love the videos. I'm in Washington. Passed my driver's test .thankyou for helping us pass ower test you are helping ower community's drivers me included .will continue to watch I Wana be a master driver😅😂🙌👊
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PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate in Washington?
See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
I feel like even if I do or don’t pass my test I’m still gonna be watching these videos just for the knowledge.🤷🏽♀️
Same!
me rn
Heaven Williams this is random but we have the same name, both watch this channel, and during the same year. pretty cool
Heaven W that actually is really cool, haha
I got my license a month ago and I still watch videos
I thought I would just say thank you so much.
I took my test this morning and actually passed FIRST time. I studied your videos religiously and turns out it paid off. Thank you so much for the all the amazing content you produce so I could study it when I wasn't on the road.
Hi UndeadAirwaves - that is simply AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
@@smartdrivetest British Columbia Canada. I probably will start slow and go to Kelowna then maybe Vancouver
🌸ATTENTION LADIES AND GENTLEMEN (with long hair) I went to take my first drivers test and I failed!! I did the everything right but due to my hair being in my face she couldn’t tell I was looking over my shoulders!!! Sooooo my second test I did pass!! BUT I wore my hair in a ponytail and overly did my head movements! & I took extra time looking in my mirrors at the stop sign! Good luck everyone! 🌸
Hi A B - that is a AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know, and the relevant information. You are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study, practice, and learning from your mistakes. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Rick!! i passed my road test on my first try, thank you so much for your videos & sharing your knowledge/tips with us. again thank you so much!!!
+Paola S that is awesome news. Thanks so much for letting us know. I suspect you're having a great party and it is well deserved. All the best with your newly earned freedom . If there's anything further we can do drop us a note. All the best, cheers
Hi there! I took my road-test last week Monday and failed it. I watched your videos from Monday and Tuesday. Wednesday of that same week, I took the road-test again and finally passed. Your tutorials really helped a lot. Thank you so so much!
Hi Den - that is a awesome news. Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you had a big celebration after being successful on your subsequent attempt, and it is well deserved. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best with your newly earned freedom. All the best, Cheers Rick
I'm still working on controlled intersection. I need to practice more and make sure I drive safe. I'm always going to be driving with my two kids to school. Which made take the roadtest twice in one week time.
Hi , how you did take a test a week, I failed my test 3 times and every time I have to wait a month every time, by the way congratulations to you,
I passed my road test yesterday but I’m still watching these videos great driving skills taught here regardless if you have a license or not
Hi HamSama - that is a awesome news. Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
I watched your videos and passed my road test yesterday. Thank you so much until now I still watch your videos even though I already passed.
Hi NIC Y - that is *_SPECTACULAR_* news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate?
See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
Yes..I passed my test day before yesterday but still watching and it’s worth watching
My test is in 3 days and I’m so nervous 😅 binge watching all of these videos.
Hi Nun of ya Business - Thank you for your comment. You're going to do awesome. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
Nun of ya Business mine is in two days..and I’ve never felt an overwhelming nervousness in my life
Hi Adwoa Hanson - Thank you for your comment. You're going to do awesome. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
@@prettybabyface7313 my test is on Tuesday I have the same feelings
I passed my road test a couple days ago!!Thanks to you!
Hi Lovely1995 Girl - that is a AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are still having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where did you go on your first solo trip to celebrate?
I am from a country with different steering and road side but I am permitted to drive in Canada. I have been watching all of your videos and truly these are life saver for me.
Hi Affiliate Master - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. We're happy to hear that we can help out. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
What's your question?
@@appletree8441 I think the question is whether the OP is about tourists being legally allowed to drive in Canada.
It doesn't matter which side of the road your home country drives upon. Anyone who is legally in the country as a tourist, with a valid driver's license from their home country, is allowed to drive in the US and Canada. It is just as easy for British tourists to legally be able to drive in Canada, as it is for French tourists to legally be able to drive in Canada. The onus is on you to train yourself for right-handed traffic, and adapt to everyone else.
It’s amazing how I feels like you are taking me to this journey and I’m just sitting next to you and you are explaining in the best way possible, thank you so much 🙏🏽 and I highly appreciate your efforts 👏🏽
Hi Hasib Zahiruddin - Thank you for your kind words my friend. Have a look at this vid too: ua-cam.com/video/aLfiLdPEC6U/v-deo.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
I'm taking my test in late July or early August. I'm watching these videos to be a safer driver and ensure I can pass. This will be my third time taking the test. I finally feel confident enough to ensure my passengers are safe.
Hi Ethereal Violinist - Always happy to help. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
i watched your videos and i passed my road test earlier this week! thank you so much. i’m still watching your videos because it will help with my driving and just overall knowledge.
Hi keisha - Thank you for your comments.
That is *_FABULOUS_* news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate?
See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
@@smartdrivetest can’t really go anywhere special with these strange times so i went to get some mcdonald’s lol!
Going to McDonald's is a great celebration. Again, great news. All the best. Drop us a note if we can help further. All the best, Cheers Rick
Took my road test today pass w/ flying colors partially because of your advice thank you!!! 09/27/17
Hi John - that is a awesome news. Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you had a big celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your stellar performance. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. Enjoy your newly earned freedom. All the best, Cheers Rick
Congratulations!
Wow! The amount of people that just blew through that 4-way stop sign you were standing in front of at the end of the video...too many!
Hi Rachel - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment. Yes, few drivers actually come to a complete stop for a STOP sign. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
It's appalling the things people do in traffic! I'm in the process of getting my license and have been watching your videos. I find them very helpful at reducing the anxiety I had for many years causing me to put off learning how. Thanks for all that you do!
Hi Rachel - you are most welcome. Yes, one of the hardest things to learn about driving is that it is not a matter of if someone is going to do something goofy but when. And if you expect it and prepare, than you won't be caught out. All the best, Cheers Rick
Watched so many of Rick's excellent videos 5 years now I feel that I've grown up in Vernon, Canada. Feel like I've lived around all these houses and stores and sites. lol. Got to take a road test every two years due to a lost eye to glaucoma. Pass every time.
Hi Kathryn J. Hernandez - thank you for your kind words. We're happy to hear we could help out. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Taking my road test in 4 days, wish me luck!!! I’ll keep you guys updated!
Hi Cameron Tobin - Thank you for your comment. You're going to do awesome. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
Did you pass? ?
How was it? ?
I passed! It wasn’t too bad, for new people, just relax. Make sure you know how to do maneuvers like parallel parking and 3 point turn, use signals and keep looking everywhere. Thank you rick!!
@@Camerontobin02
Congratulations my friend
Hi Cameron Tobin - that is a awesome news. Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are planning a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Thank you for your videos, I just got my drive license in Alberta with your help! God bless you!
Hi Fabiana A. Becatini - madyjoe21 - that is a awesome news. Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Dr Rick August, thank you for your videos and inspiring tips and advice. Excellent service. I followed you and watched the videos several times. I attended the road test today.
Followed everything you said with deep breath and faith demonstrating the skills and knowledge. Passed in the very first time!!! SALUTE my teacher!!!!
Hi Sangasudma Davidson - thank you for your kind words. That is *_SUPER DUPER GREAT_* news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate?
See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
I passed my road test in the first try.. I am glad I watched your videos as a new migrant from Nigeria to Canada, this means a lot to me. I have recommended this page to several others trying to get licensed.
Im so thankful to you Smart drive, I watched this before I do behind the wheel test I passed, I'm still watching it because it helps me more on my driving.
Hi cye bets - that is *_BRILLIANT_* news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate?
See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
I passed my road test here in Vegas yesterday! It was my second time and your videos were a great help! Thanks!
Hi Mir Arif - that is *_INCREDIBLE_* news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate?
See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
I'm not interested in taking driving licence But I'm doing my PHD in in traffic engineering. I like your presentation of explaining the traffic. Good luck 😊😊
Took my road test yesterday and luckily I passed..😀
Thanks for all the helpful videos, more power to you Rick👍
Hi Arnel Kyamko - that is a awesome news. Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Took my test today and passed without a single negative! Thank you so much for your helpful videos
Hi brassNvinyl - that is a *_AWESOME_* news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where in the world did you pass your test?
PSS - congratulations on your perfect score!!
I passed in Danbury, CT. Thank you!
What a great place. You could take a day trip down to New Haven and have a beverage to celebrate. Drop us a note if we could help further. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thank you for all your help and support I really became a more safe driver and gain more knowledge about the road. I passed after my third try and it feels great never give up practice and take your time. God Bless
Hi Donie Don - that is AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study, practice, and your determination. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Okay new drivers, and drivers with experience, Yes in that video i will agree the amount of drivers blew the stop sign with-out complete stop need ticket, the cost of rolling stop sign is expensive, and possibly the court may give you 2-3 points on that. And in that video i'm shocked he never mentioned sharing the Road with Funeral procession. Common The laws do say you have to Stop or pull over bit and let it pass, and Honor the last respects of the person in the Hearse and show your respects to them even you don't know them. And School buses also you have to stop for them 20 ft away for safety, If you get caught blowing those flashing school bus RED LIGHTS that's tough ticket you will pay, along with Hefty Fine and Sweet 3- points or more if the judge warrants that. Drive safe this summer ladies and gent's.
Hi Donald Rak - thank you for your comment and relevant information. This video was about right-of-way at different intersection configurations. But as you mention, I may need to make a video about right-of-way at different traffic situations. Thank you for that topic. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Rick, I have watched almost all your informative videos and finally passed my Road test here today in Langley, BC.
All Thanks to you and your channel.
Hi Aslam Quadri - that is a awesome news. Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Rick I just want to say thank you,today at 2:pm was my test in ny and I passed! Big Big thank you God bless you!
Hi Alejandro Peralta - that is INCREDIBLE news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study, practice, and passing in NY. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - I'm assuming you passed in the "city" of NY? Are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
@@smartdrivetest yes NY City,you read my mind Rick,I want to go to Buffalo I have two nieces there in college.
Edit: I registered my success too 😁👍👍
Hi Alejandro Peralta - Thank you for registering your success on the 100K campaign. And a trip to Buffalo would be incredible. Be sure to take #17 Highway across. It's much more scenic than the interstate, and just about as fast. Stay well and let us know if we can help further with the solo driving. All the best, Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest awesome! Thanks!
Hi Alejandro Peralta - you are most welcome my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
Same like me ,I already passed my driving exam but I still watch your videos because l learn more news things while watching the videos. Kudos for the good job you are doing here for new drivers to keep us safe.
Hi Innocent Jereme - We're happy to hear we could help out. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Okay, but I gotta say that this is the better part of UA-cam. Gaining knowledge from videos.
I just got my license today, and your videos help a bunch with understanding things that i really wasn't taught during drive time. Thanks!
Hi Michael M - that is a awesome news. Thank you for letting us know, and for your stellar endorsement. I'm sure you are planning, or having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. Enjoy your newly earned freedom. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in the world did you pass your test, and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
I didn't know that Ed Harris knows so much about traffic.. this videos are great!
Hi Fabrício Ribeiro - Thank you for your comment and compliment. Acting is just my side job...this is my real gig. ;p) If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
watching the traffic, can't believe how many cars only doing rolling stops and not even stopping at all.
Hi tina colbourne - Thank you for your comment. Few if any veteran drivers every come to a complete stop at a STOP signed intersection. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@@johnpulawski35 all stop signs, flashing red light and red flashing turning signals
I get confused with T-intersections. I also get nervous when there is trash truck or bicyclist in the road and when to slow down and who passes first. I know the person behind the thing in the road has to wait but I always get nervous and make quick decisions that aren't always the best ones. Great video.
Halifax was designed in 1749 and hasn't changed much.. can be interesting in a car and more so in a 45 foot motorcoach. A lot of uphill and downhill one way streets and sharp left or rights with parking to the corners corners. Can be nerve racking! Left turns with a car up to the line to your left can be fun with a building on the corner diagonally across from you.
Hi Paul - Halifax, NS, Canada is a perfect example. And yes, getting big vehicles around these urban centres is challenging to say the least with corners and hills. Boston, MA, USA was similar. If you're in the old colonial part of the city, some of the streets just end at a building with no warning. Yes, these cities did NOT grow up with the motor-car like Los Angeles. Happy post-Canada Day my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thanks Rick
You are most welcome.
Smart Drive Test
06/05/2019
Good morning, thank you very much for all your videos. I took my road test and finally I passed thank God and thank you very much again for your time, for all your positive enthusiasm that you do on your videos. God Bless you forever .
Hi America Montiel - that is a AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
@@smartdrivetest
Well Mr. Rick, I am so happy but, you know what I will love to have a CDL license to be available to drive a trailer, or a big truck.
I did my Rd test in White Plains New York, fiu, was so nervous I remember that the first time when I took the test was a year ago, and I was so afraid to try again but finally I decided to do it and I did it.
Thank you very much again
Hi America Montiel - Thank you for your reply. I am confident that one day you will get your CDL license my friend. The only thing that stands between you and success is time and space...and a bit of work! ;o) We've also added you to the Map of SUCCESS my friend: www.smartdrivetest.com/successful-smart-drivers All the best, Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest
Thank you very much again
Hello sir, you may not remember me. My name is johndoe and I was in the live chat on your UA-cam live stream this last Sunday on 7/21/2019. My question was about extending my DL from every 2 years to every 3 years because of the retinopathy because of diabetes. Even though its stabilized, I wasn't able to convince my examiner to extend it to 3 or 5 years. the DMV wasn't willing to take the risk, even though my driving record is spotless. Oh, excuse me, I live in San Diego, California and I go to the El Cajon DMV Field Office. But, I passed my behind The Wheel Test on Tuesday, July 23, 219 with only 3 points lost out of 20 allowed. Its all because you showed us how to drive properly. So, I say THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU. I performed the best backup maneuver ever and its based on your parallel parking video where you chose refernce points around your car to position yourself ! You're a great ma sir and I know in my case I'll need to keep coming back to your video as long as I keep driving !
Hi john doe - I do remember you my friend & that is a AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Unfortunate about the short renewal cycle, however, we're confident you won't have any issues. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where are you going on your first solo trip to celebrate?
I passed my G2 test yesterday at Oshawa Temporary Site on my first try! Thanks for all your videos. I still need to master lane changes but I know that will come with time.
Hi Lily Fede - that is *_INCREDIBLE_* news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate?
See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
For all new drivers.
In most parts of Canada and the USA you can turn right on a red light.
If this is the case treat it as a stop intersection don’t just turn.
Come up to the line STOP and observe before proceeding, as if you just turn right immediately another vehicle might be speeding through.
Do the turn safely and don’t forget your mirrors and lifesaver shoulder check before turning in case a cyclist is turning with you.
Be safe and have fun
i got it my full licence in NZ
boss, ty svm for the encourges, tbh i was sad because i had to grow up and drive wise but now it's better now i have to live upto it
Hi Leslie Jones - that is a AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where in NZ did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Rick you are a Pro....I know an examiner who instructed a learner driver to proceed and drive through at a controlled intersection inspite of on-coming vehicle. This is contrary to your experience and professional advice.
Hi Charles Rockson - you are most welcome my friend. Drop us a note if we can help further my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
My first comment but I wanted to say thank you for the clarity of your videos (I have trawled through plenty before I found yours!). I'm an experienced driver in the UK but a novice in the US. It's been extremely helpful to have the both explanations and real situations. I particularly like the emphasis on being more than test ready, cars are lethal weapons and drivers should aim to be the safest driver they can be for life not just their test. So thank you in helping me prepare for driving here :)
Hi Helen Braine - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thanks for the video Rick. Right of way is one of the things I still need to drill into my head before trying for my road test again. I know four way stops and I knew main roads have the right of way over secondary roads but everything besides that I need to have under my belt.
Hi Wyatt Cerri - We're happy to hear we could help out. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Having my driving test today. So anxious, but I think these tips will help me out.
Hi sarcrates - Thank you for your comment. You're going to do awesome. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest Hi Rick! Your tips were super useful in my driving test. I passed! The instructor told me I forgot to head check only once.
Thank you so much!!!
Hi sarcrates - that is a AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study, practice, and stellar performanc. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Thanks smart drive. I saw almost all of your videos and it really helped a lot. I just passed my road test today.
Hi TheSugarflight - that is simply AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where in the world did you pass your test and where are you going on your first solo trip to celebrate?
i passed my behind the wheel from your videos thanks
Hi cali - that is a AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
I often feel confused about the right of way. Thank you
You’re most welcome
Hi Rick thanks for your tips. I passed my test and surprisingly did not have to parallel park
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Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are planning a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Don't know what I would do without a teacher like you!!
Hi raincrazed - We're happy to hear we could help out. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Update: I passed my test! Thanks to watching your parallel parking videos!
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PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate?
I passed my 5th test after watching your videos,thanks.
Hi Leah Sumbah - that is a awesome news. Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
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PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
I've been watching a lot of your videos to help me understand as many road rules as possible since my driving manual didn't really explain much. You've been a great help! But I wanted to ask a question. You said that if two cars meet at an uncontrolled intersection, whichever one is going straight has the right-of--way, but I learned that that only counts if both cars are on opposing sides. Does the placement of the cars matter in the uncontrolled intersection matter, or does the car going straight always receive right-of-way?
Hi Panicatthechemicaldance - Thank you for your query. Basic rules of the road: major road over the minor road; straight through over turning vehicles; and right turning vehicles over left turning. And keep in mind that 2-way stops are different than 4-way stops. So at an uncontrolled intersection, the straight through car most likely has the right-of-way. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Smart Drive Test Thank you so much for the advice! Could I ask a question regarding a certain situation I may face while driving?
I'm 11 but I just need to be ready
Hi Jonas OttaTV - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment. And you are going to do awesome. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
JonasOtta TV you are a wise kid investing your time for this
Payton Shukri same
Yes it makes sense! This is interesting because when i wanna make a left just like this one car does I have the right of way. I didnt know why when my friend told me but basically the other car was at a stop sign i had no controlled sign.
Hi Leo - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment. And yes, it can be a bit frustrating when the other vehicle has the right-of-way and is waving you on and insisting that you proceed. In those situations, be extremely cautious. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
I failed my class 5 road test today at Maple Ridge on a left turn on two way stop. I was at the STOP sign waiting for the through traffic to clear and there were two cars opposite to me at the stop sign. Both of those cars were were turning right. As through traffic cleared one car from the opposite side made the right turn. As i was scanning the road for any through traffic before i turn left behind the first car, my examiner told me "go go, it's your right of way". I then turned left. She marked that mistake as a " Danger action- not sure of right of way/impeding traffic". There was no car behind me.
I'm still confused for right of way in this situation. Should i wait for all the cars on opposite side waiting to turn right before i turn left or should i go after the first car turns right.
Hi AJMER SINGH - Thank you for your for letting us know. Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. We're confident that you'll get your license on the next attempt. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick PS - were you at a 4-way stop or a 2-way stop?
@@smartdrivetest Thanks for replying. I was at the two way stop.
Hi AJMER SINGH - Thank you for your reply. And that my friend is a difficult traffic situation. From a strict point of view on the right-of-way, the 2 cars that were turning right had the right-of-way. However, if there was a sufficient time between the first car turning right, and the second vehicle moving up to the intersection, you could have gone. I suspect that the examiner wanted you to do the later option. Unfortunately, for many new drivers, like you, they would error on the side of caution and wait for the second vehicle to turn right. I'm going to talk about this topic in tomorrow's live stream, and use your situation as a case study. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest Thanks a lot for the reply, but the examiner wanted me to go quickly behind the first car, not wait for the second car to turn right.
That was my only mistake in the test.
And i will definitely watch your Livestream tomorrow. Thanks again
Hi AJMER SINGH - Thank you for your reply. Because I wasn't there, it is difficult for me to give you precise information. However, I do find it odd that the examiner would push you in that way - it's not protocol, or according to the road rules. All the best, Cheers Rick
This video has been extremely helpful for me. I had such a hard time understanding the right of way in general. All this extra stuff is especially helpuful. I'm relieved to know exactly what to do now. Thank you so much!
Hi Austin H. - you are most welcome my friend. Drop us a note if we can help further. All the best, Cheers Rick
I fail my driving test today I feel horrible a complete loser I can't stop crying they told me to come black Monday and to a walking test I have no idea what does that means I just msg my son and told him that I fail and need some time alone he is 12 so he understands I can't believe I been driving for 20 years and I didn't pass a mistake that I never do automatic fail 😢😢😢
la chaparra andrade no worries you will go through. just ask them what you did wrong and learn from that .All the best
I will tell you something that may make you feel better, I failed my road test twelve times in a time of 9 months and I passed on the 13th 2 months ago, never give up!
Hi la chaparra andrade - sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. You need to understand that you did not fail as a driver!! You were unsuccessful on a road test. Know that driving and taking a road test are two completely different tasks. There are so many skills and techniques that are required for a road test that 90% of current drivers with a license would not be successful on a driver's test. As the others have said, use it has a learning experience--or a driving lesson--and do it again. There is no doubt in mm mind that you can pass the test. But today it's OK to be down; tomorrow, we'll get on with getting you a license. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
don't worry about failing you will pass next time I am going to try again for the 3th time haha wish me luck
As Rick says, if a persons driving is not good enough, then they need to go over their weak areas and make those strong.
10:45 There is a bit of a learning curb with roundabouts. First encountered them in England. Some of them are massive. Once you understand how to properly use them they are pretty safe/easy to navigate. Safer than our stop sign/traffic lights in my opinion. They help keep traffic flowing.
22:57 car nearly gave me a heart attack. He didn't slow down at all.
Hi Neon Rainbow - Hope you're okay my friend!? If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Are uncontrolled intersections only present in residential areas where speed limit < 30 mph? Do we have uncontrolled intersections for speed limits > 40-50 mph?
Hi Venkatraman Natarajan - Thank you for your comment and query. Any time you're turning from a major road to a minor road mid-block, and you are on the major road, you are going to be at an uncontrolled intersection. The traffic on the minor road will have a control, but you will not. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest Thanks, but it's not possible to have an uncontrolled intersection on a major road, right?
Hi Venkatraman Natarajan - Thank you for your response. Yes, you can have an uncontrolled intersection on a major road. It depends where you are as the driver. If you're on the major road and turning onto a minor road, you are at an uncontrolled intersection. See this video: ua-cam.com/video/8XHQSnjbiJU/v-deo.html The vehicles turning from the left-centre turning lane are turning from a "technically" uncontrolled intersection. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest I got it. Thanks
Speaking of which, if there is no center lane and I had to turn left from major road to a minor road (or a driveway), can I do that even if there is a double yellow line? Can I switch on the left indicator and block the traffic in the main lane in that case?
Hi, Rick; Great content. Just teaching my niece to pass the road test, by not to drive like me! Your channel is chock full of awesome advice. we both subbed. She watches a vid on what skill we will work on then we go do that exercise. Thanks for all your posts. If you have the time to do a "More Brakes--Less Gas" lesson, that would be very, very much appreciated. Cheers form Victoria, BC!
Hi, Rick! Thank you for the great videos. If a driver #1 was at an intersection waiting for an opportunity to turn left. At the same time, another driver #2 was coming from the far right and was also trying to turn left to take the road next to driver #1 (both intersected roads are two directions). Which driver has the right to do the left turn first? I once saw this situation and both drivers tried to take advantage the same opportunity and they almost collide, but because driver 1 stopped (even though he was @ the stop sign first) accident was avoided. What should I do if I were in a similar situation? Thank you!
Interesting question. Since you generally turn left, from the left-most lane, I would expect that Driver #1 should have the right-of-way to turn left first. Driver #2 is in an awkward position to turn left, and would need a greater amount of time to clear the intersection. This assumes that both drivers arrive at the stop sign simultaneously. This would apply if they arrive on the same side and are trying to turn to the same destination lane, or opposite sides and would have to turn across each other.
When two left-turners approach each other in opposite directions, they can both complete the turn simultaneously, provided that they both start from the left-most lane in their respective directions. But if one driver is way off to the right, that is extra time needed to clear the intersection.
The typical rule for how to determine right-of-way at an all way stop:
1. whomever arrives first, has right of way
2. whomever arrives on the right (regardless of which side of the road the country drives upon), has right of way.
3. whomever has the simplest maneuver to clear the intersection, has right-of-way, over another driver who has the more complicated turn. Straight has priority over left turns; right turns have priority over left, in the rare event that they would conflict. U-turners have last priority.
Thank you for all the information in your videos! Just got home after taking my road test. I Passed!! Manitoba
Hi ronisworld2 - that is a AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
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PS - where in Manitoba did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Hi Rick, I really like your informative videos, but one thing i cannot find an answer for, for illuminated pedestrian crossovers, here is the scenario, you approach an activated illuminated crossover where the lights are flashing on top of the crossover sign but no pedestrians are crossing or going to cross, do you need to make a complete stop before we proceed, then if the road is clear proceed? or shall we stop and wait until the flashing lights are OFF then proceed? or shall we proceed with caution? which answer is correct?
Hi away_of_life85 - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment and query. If the lights are activated, you need to slow and check. If there aren't any pedestrians, then you can proceed. No, you don't need to come to a complete stop and wait for the lights to stop. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Rick, no need to apologise, in thr matter of fact i owe you an apology for posting the same comment on more than one video, i have my road test on Monday, wish me luck :)
And of course, thank you for your great reply.
Hi away_of_life85 - Thank you for your comment. You're going to do awesome. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Rick, glad to inform you that I have passed my road test today, thank you for the videos
So funny how in the beginning of this video, non of those cars came to a complete stop at the 4 way stop lol. Rolling stops at any stop sign/traffic light is a big no no.
Hi Kim Mckay - Thank you for your comment. And your mission to get drivers to come to a complete stop at a STOP signed intersection is going to be futile. Realize and know that people just aren't going to come to complete stop unless they're on a road test. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Rick,
So you mentioned, when in doubt simply stop and wait for others to move.
What if I arrive at an intersection in which the other person clearly has the right of way and I don't, but waves and insists that I go first. Should I go? Normally this wouldn't be an issue, but I'm worried I'll lose points for this during a road test.
Thanks.
Hi jack favvv02 - Thank you for your comment and excellent query. On a road test, never ever go when another driver waves you through, if that driver has the right-of-way. See this video for further explanation: ua-cam.com/video/Qf9b63bJ-oY/v-deo.html&list=PL0x-bChcUvwEee3P4OrnVJjnx5IKwGsqT&index=19 If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thank you very much Rick for clear reply. I was having a lot of mixed feelings about this one.
Hi jack favvv02 - you are most welcome my friend. Happy to hear we could clear up the confusion. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thank you so much,Passed my NRoad Test today,your videos are definitely helpful,God Bless😀
Hi jessa pacia - that is SUPER DUPER TERRIFIC news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate there in the Buckeye?
See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
Hi Rick, I'm taking a road test in Texas later today (so this is a very last minute question).... the most confusing All Stop intersection for me is when all four directions have multiple lanes (2 lanes or more). let say the car on my right driving in the same direction as me reach the stop line before me. As I approach the same stop line a car from the opposite direction reaches his/her stop line after the car on my right but before me. In that moment, all three vehicles would stop at the stop lines. It's clear that the car on my right has the right of way since he/she reached the stop line first. Question is, can I proceed at the same time with the car on my right (since no cars from other directions can proceed) or should I wait my turn?
Hi Razol Mahari - Thank you for your comment and query. For the purposes of a road test, I would counsel you to wait your turn my friend. Have a look at this video: ua-cam.com/video/RVgSNkvl9jE/v-deo.html&list=PL0x-bChcUvwE_rlzVW9kuEblcjDwxCaFj&index=5 You're going to do awesome on your test. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
I thought you always signal right when when you leave the roundabout, which means left turners turn off their left blinker upon reaching the 12 o'clock position of the circle and turn on their right blinker to show that they're leaving the roundabout.
So many motorists blowing through those stop signs in the last clip there. And they all think they're doing a rolling stop.
Hi Edward Miessner - Thank you for your comment. This video will help with the roundabouts my friend: ua-cam.com/video/hcYhzbEnoMA/v-deo.html And yes, you're never going to stop drivers from not stopping completely at a 4-way intersection. ;o) If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest Thanks for the vid. It has a nice solution for those 4-way stop intersections and their "rolling stops:" mini-roundabouts just like in the UK and Australia. Of course, we call them traffic calming circles here in the US. Put one at each 4-way stop and make it a 4-way yield, and the intersection will be safer and motorist frustration decreased.
Hi Edward Miessner - Thank you for your response. Yes, unfortunately, authorities in North America have given roundabouts many names, which I think leads to confusion amongst motorists. The other benefit of roundabouts is noise pollution, which these reduce because vehicles aren't accelerating from a dead stop as they are with conventional 4-way stops. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi, thank you for sharing your vedios.
I am complicated in understanding about residential speeding very confused because it said that the business and residential speed is 25mph but why some days residential is only 10mph.
So confusing.
Hi jm channel - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your question. Are you in a school zone my friend? If so, have a look at this video: ua-cam.com/video/rUbcR_rU8Ek/v-deo.html All the best, Cheers Rick
I did a road test before and failed because of the uncontrolled intersection. No signs on all sides
Hi Yara Asfour - Thank you for your for letting us know. Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. You've got a great attitude and we're confident that you'll get your license on the next attempt. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
hey Rick! great video. could you do a video on how to determine the turn of the wheel on a turn. I'm a new driver and I'm getting better at determining HOW much i have to turn the wheel, but just wondering if you have some tips.
Hi bob - thank you for your comment and query. The following should help. Have a look at this video for speed control: ua-cam.com/video/I19WKgoQqxY/v-deo.html and this video for better understanding of the primary controls: ua-cam.com/video/dJpMKkwEhxI/v-deo.html and ua-cam.com/video/w3Dc8k1jOq8/v-deo.html And be sure to have a look at the turning playlist for further tips on turning: ua-cam.com/play/PL0x-bChcUvwEee3P4OrnVJjnx5IKwGsqT.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Got my license last month and still watch, learning never stops.
What do you do when you're behind a big truck at an intersection, and you cannot see the traffic lights? A small car behind a truck is at a real disadvantage because you can't see the light and a lot of the traffic is also blocked from sight. I've seen people just trustingly follow the truck into the intersection without so much as a pause to look around first. Somehow that seems wrong to me.
Do you have an answer to this now? That does seem pretty wrong.
normally you are supposed to stop a certain distance away from a large truck so this doesnt happen but if it does happen once the truck starts moving move slowly or wait a bit behind till you can see the light then continue as normal
Ummm that applies to all vehicles..not just big trucks. Stay back to be able to see if the light is changing or not..swing is a bit of an issue with the police
Thanks for the help, passed my road test !
Hi Ayigari Jijje - that is a awesome news. Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are planning a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
@@smartdrivetest thanks Rick I passed my test in Ontario,Canada.
Hi Ayigari Jijje - Thank you for your reply. Which city did you pass in Ontario? We'd like to add you to the Map of Success my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest Kitchener
Hi Ayigari Jijje - Thank you for your reply. Be sure to take a road trip my friend to celebrate your success. We've also added you to the Map of SUCCESS my friend: www.smartdrivetest.com/successful-smart-drivers All the best, Cheers Rick
Right of way situation:
If both lanes are green and you're turning left but another incoming vehicle is turning right in the opposed lane , who has the right of way?.
Hi bonjimss De guzman - Thank you for your comment and query. The vehicle turning right my friend. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest thank you very much sir have a great day .
I live in soCal, I have failed DMV behind the wheel test 5 times now. I don't know why they keep failing me, I have been driving now 2 years on permit
Hi N's kitchenette - Thank you for your comment. Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempts. Have you taken any driving lessons my friend? All the best, Cheers Rick
Yes I have taken a two hour class, the instructor told me just to practice on turns, which I overcome by practicing like scanning, controlled and uncontrolled turns. But yet on some minor mistakes they disqualified me, and says it's critical error.
I'm trying to watch all your videos again, I have test on November 13,2019 hopefully this time, by following your guidance I may pass.
Hi N's kitchenette - Thank you for your reply. I would suggest that you revisit the fundamentals my friend. Do the exercises in this video: ua-cam.com/video/dJpMKkwEhxI/v-deo.html All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi N's kitchenette - Thank you for your reply. You will have a very high chance of passing your road test my friend. I would also counsel you to book a practice driving test a week before your road test. That way a driving instructor can give you feedback on those skills and techniques that my need some work before your actual test. All the best, Cheers Rick
I hope you can help me. You keep pointing out that one should stop if uncertain or in doubt on cross-section but this advice actually didn't let me pass the test. The examiner penalized for 50 points (10 each time) only for my uncertainty on the right of the way. From his words: "If you see the right of the way, take it! Do not hesitate or think..." Now I am thinking to try it again but I am afraid to fail. And there is a truth in your words, no doubt about it. What should I do?
Hi Elena - thank you for your comment and query. Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. I would suggest that you work with a veteran driver because it doesn't sound like determining the right-of-way is your issue, but rather judging the gap. And that is something easier to learn with another driver. Have a look at this video: ua-cam.com/video/j1oQZIPkjhQ/v-deo.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Is this valid for New York State?
Hi Seamus Mullarkey - Thank you for your comment. Yes it is my friend. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi! I have one question: from a 4-way intersection, two cars from the same direction came at the same time, one is turning left and the other one is turning right...who has the right of way?
The right-turner would have the right of way, in the event that a left turner and right turner both have the same destination lane. This applies in right-hand traffic countries.
Generally, if both vehicles arrive on opposite sides of a stop simultaneously, and would conflict with one another: whomever has the simplest maneuver in the intersection, would have right of way. If both maneuvers can be completed without a conflict (straight and straight, or left and left), they can proceed at the same time.
I’ll be taking my drive test June 15th. Definitely nervous. Been binge watching your videos
Hi Shyanna Rice - You're going to do awesome. Remember to breath; that will cause your body to relax. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
PS - see this post BEFORE you head to the test centre: www.smartdrivetest.com/pass-drivers-test/pre-trip-inspection
Did u pass?
You're awesome Rick. Your videos are so helpful.
Hi Concetta - Thank you for your comment and compliment. And you are most welcome. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Fortunately I failed my test even though I did my best
It seems I will never get my license but your video help me a lot when driving
SSA english gal ha it should be unfortunately
Are u in Canada? Which province?
I stopped when I was going to make a right turn on a red light because there was a truck coming. But the examiner told me to go go go. Kinda got me nervous there.
I didn't pass because I forgot to yield the right-of-way when I was supposed to turn left at an intersection.
It sucks because I was the one who drove to the test center with my driving instructor and also practiced on the test route before taking the test for 2 and half hours. I didn't encounter any oncoming cars from the front on the intersections.
Thank you for your valuable tips!
Hi Jen Hernandez-Dela Cruz - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
We have an intersection from a downhill blvd to a main road into the city and at an angle where you must look almost over your left shoulder and beyond to see traffic.. There is a crosswalk that has a STOP sign prior to the crosswalk o the left and then another immediately after on the right at the edge of the main thoroughfare. So if I flow through the second sign when all is clear am I illegal?
Hi Paul - can you send me the address of the intersection and the direction you're going through it. I'll have a look on Google and give you some feedback. All the best, Cheers Rick
Entering the street to go South on Barrington -
www.google.ca/maps/place/Barrington+St+%26+Devonshire+Ave,+Halifax,+NS/@44.6638631,-63.5936364,3a,75y,107.18h,69.99t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1sxXin_DOqXpg3uHKet7LSzA!2e0!7i13312!8i6656!4m5!3m4!1s0x4b5a216587f67a25:0xf1c206bfb8aefe3f!8m2!3d44.663755!4d-63.593248
I will pass my test !!!!! I can drive easy but THE ONLY ISSUE I NOTICE is I DONT look at a stop sign on my right ( people walking ) but now I have it stuck in my mind. No matter what if I am moving to a other lane or have to move the car for whatever reason to check my mirrors also for intersections I don’t look to my right or left
Thank you for your help I passed my 2nd time due to binge watching your videos!
Hi Abhinav Ahuja - sincere apologies for the late response. That is simply AWESOME news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation
Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a still huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎
PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
I have a question. Today on my way to work I was driving on a road with part uncontrolled and controlled intersections. I was driving by a green light so I knew I had the right of way. While passing a green light, I noticed there was a car on my right trying to go across the uncontrolled intersection on its side,but it look like it went forward too much to the point where its bumper would have hit me when passing the green light. I honked for him or her to move back a bit, and there were too many cars on my Left passing through to let me get by so I stopped and waited for them to move back for me to resume. I heard a car in the back honk .What could I have done differently in this situation? Did I overreact?
Hi Christine - thank you for your comment. From your explanation you responded correctly. When in doubt, simply stop. Too many drivers plow forward and then get into a crash. The vehicle behind you that honked probably couldn't see the vehicle encroaching into the intersection and was just being a goof! You displayed the actions of a smart driver and focused on what you were doing, which is awesome. And you are most welcome. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
can you please make informative visual representation of road rules for 2019. to many boring videos and i have short term memory lose so visuals is how i remember. please and thank you. also what location is this in?
Hi sally smith - Thank you for your query. We're in Canada my friend, but the rules-of-the-road are the same for the most part. Basic general rules - major road over minor road; straight through traffic over turning traffic; right-turning vehicle over left turning vehicles. And know that 2-way stops are different then 4-way stops. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
i have a question. if it is a t junction and i intend to make a left turn, and i am on the vertical road, and there is a vehicle on the horizantal road who wants to make a left turn onto the road i am stopped on, who has the right of way?
Hi Nargis Chogle - thank you for your comment. The vehicle on main road--horizontal road--has the right-of-way. You have to wait for that driver to complete his/her turn. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hey Rick! I have my driving test on May 8th and I have a question on 4 way stop. If you stop at the same time with another car (on the same street) and they roll the stop do you continue after them when you come to a complete stop? It usually takes a bit for the car to cross the street and people will probably wait for you to go since you stopped at the same time with the other car. What do you do in a scenario like that?
Come to a complete stop, independently of the car in front of you. Wait for all incumbent traffic to clear the intersection. Then proceed according to your right-of-way relative to other traffic.
Hi please i need to verify, On two opposing stop signs, a vehicle that would turn left comes and stops first but couldnt make a turn coz the main road is busy. Then another vehicle on the other side of the road that has stop sign too, a vehicle that wants to go straight comes. Now there is a break in the traffic. Who goes first? the left turner or the straight one? thanks
Hi Justin - Thank you for your comment and query. The straight through traffic has the right-of-way and would proceed. Have a look at this video: ua-cam.com/video/wPUPciPP46c/v-deo.htmlm7s If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thanks so much Rick you cleared my confusion.What if there are cars lined up behind the car going straight and they all want to proceed straight too. I had this happen to me, I was a left turner and I was waiting for all of them to proceed whenever there is traffic break on the main road.The cars behind me start honking at me
I had a long line of cars behind me too.After a few cars proceeding straight, A courteous guy waved at me to go ahead and do my turn.
What would you do If you were me? The intersection was very long and wide.Thanks so much.Appreciate your help a lot
Justin Lopez I hate these situations so much, I feel you
Justin Lopez I think the car behind the car that’s going straight has to move up a bit But Stop. So after the 1st car goes straight, I think it’s ur turn to go..I think ur question was answered at 18:02
Justin Lopez @ around 16:33. He answered a question that has been bugging me for a long time and happened again tonight. At a two way stop, I’m sitting at the sign waiting patiently to turn left. Cross traffic is heavy. Then as it starts to clear, another car opposite approaches and has his right turn signal and angles his car that way. So, we are both turning the same direction, however, I was there probably at least a minute before they were. As soon as traffic cleared, I went, but so did he. Thankfully they stopped to let me proceed since I was in the middle of the road, but I cannot tell you how many times this happens weekly. Drives me crazy.
Hi, Rick! Thanks for the video - it's very useful. But one thing is not clear to me - who has the right of way on an intersection without any stop/yield signs from either side. I know that in most of the Europe (as well in AU and NZ) the general rule for such intersections is that the vehicle on the left must yield to the vehicle on the right. Is there any similar rule in US/Canada?
Who should give way when two vehicles meet on a parking lot or any other road crossings without any control devices like signs/lights?
Thanks in advance.
Hi Shocker1506 - thank you for your comment and excellent query. This comes back to the saying, "the right-of-way" is never taken, the right-of-way is always given." And yes, you are correct, it is the vehicle that arrives first, or the vehicle on the right - the vehicle on the left in the UK, Malaysia and other countries that drive on the left. If there aren't any control devices, it is best to simply give the right-of-way to other traffic if you're unsure, or take turns as is done at 4-way STOP intersections: ua-cam.com/video/RVgSNkvl9jE/v-deo.html If there's anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hello! Are these instructions for the United States? Sorry I know it is a lame question but I didn’t want to assume and misdrive
They are my friend. What state are you in? Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest thank you Rick! I am in NJ
SIR I HAVE SOME QUESTION ABOUT Priority to the right at intersection ^^ IN KOREA TRAFFIC HISTORY IS SHORT.
I HOPE I CAN FIND REASON OF reason of Priority to the right at intersection AND ORIGIN(?) OF Priority to the right at intersection.
SO MANY PEOPLE SAY WE DO BECAUSE IT IS LAW ^^ BEST REGARDS
Hi LEE JOONGTAEK - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment and query. The reason for the priority to the right--when we drive on the right side of the road--is to facilitate traffic flow. Because vehicle have a shorter distance to travel, these can clear the intersection first, therefore we give priority to these vehicles so they can clear the intersection first and then other traffic can proceed. Separating traffic on the right or left side of the road came about during the industrial revolution owing to the increased amounts of traffic on roadways in urban areas. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hey Professor August. Before you moved to Canada did you use to teach at ASA College or Long Island University
Hi SuccessInTheMaking1 - Thank you for your query . I didn't teach at either one of those schools my friend. Did you know someone there that's as good looking as me!? ;o) If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Is the transition going to be difficult .meaning that I'm used to drive a particular way should the changes posses a problem and are the traffic signal universal