Hi Felix C-L - that is *_TREMENDOUS_* 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 actually a fully licenced tourist using this video to prepare for driving in America for the first time, and turning left at an intersection is the one thing literally no one talks about! So thank you so much for covering it in so much detail, I really appreciate that you show so many varied examples rather than just one and calling it a day. Best video on intersections here by far!
Ha ha ha...I'm 47 years of age. Moved from Maryland to PA. Since my license expired 2-3 years ago I have to start from the beginning with getting my learners and taking the driving test again. thanks for the video as a refresher for me. Great stuff.
Hi Jσни в. - 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
These videos are what made me pass! I didn't take driver's Ed and was taught to drive by my brother, so I never really learned the rules of the road. Intersections were my week spot because of protected turns and such, I would always struggle to figure out who has right of way, but it's really simple now. Passed because of this channel
Hi :WRAITH: - that is *_FANTASTIC_* 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
Smart Drive Test Hey Rick just watched the video, how do you know it’s when you have to give right of way in a smaller intersection, will it have the yield on green sign, and is that what it means will it always be there when it’s that intersection?
@@smartdrivetest I drove to my brother's house, we used to drive there together a lot before I had my license, so I came to visit him and tell him I got my license
Hi David - the only time that you have to give way is if you're at some sort of controlled intersection--STOP, YIELD, or traffic--or if there is another road user that is insisting on going. See this vid for more info: ua-cam.com/video/-N_7P9oWTAA/v-deo.html Drop us a note if we can help further. All the best, Cheers Rick
I am glad I have found this channel. As a new driver, preparing for the upcoming road test, I get confused sometimes. I ask questions and get different answers. It didn't take long to realize that driving in reality is not exactly like what it says in the driver handbook! I like that you keep showing the techniques and keep repeating what we need to do, so we remember that by heart easily. In my town, everybody creeps out to wait in the middle of the intersection before turning left. I did that while practicing a lot too. Fortunately, I just found out from your VDO that it's better not to do that. Thank you so much for making these superb vdos. Keep up the good work!
Hi June June - thank you for your lovely comment. I'm going to give that a heart!! And you are most welcome - I'm glad these are helping. Yes, the theory behind driving and the practice are two completely different tasks. Therefore, that is the reason that I tell students to get as much practice as possible. Driving is not a spectator sport; you can't watch someone else do it and learn how to drive - you need seat time. If there is anything else we can do, drop us a note. All the best, Cheers Rick
Very busy cities with inadequate infrastructure like Bucharest, Shanghai, Tehran, New Delhi, Moscow virtually require you to, in practice, creep into the intersection. Otherwise, you're stuck behind a 5 minute red light after which only one of a few hundred vehicles passes through before the next red light. It's impossible to ever get from one place to another if you don't follow certain rules such as the "creep rule". Not everyone is lucky to live in a place where "heavy traffic" means 4 cars and a 50 foot buffer between cars.
Passed my road test first time today without a driving school thanks to you! Love the effort you put into the quality of these videos, you've been such a great help!
Hi InsaneJuggernautMM - 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 are you planning to go on your first solo drive?
this helps so much!! i’m a new driver and i have my temps and i completely forgot that you have to yield to cars in front of you when turning left on green and my life flashed before my eyes 😭
Hi Smile S - 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 this. I always do zigzag it helps me see traffic better. Also thanks for mentioning that you should be close to white line when making left, most people go to middle of intersection almost on other side of St. There is no reason to be there. Then they turn into left turn right lane. Not good idea.
Now!!!! I understand why you have to always keep “straightforward “ when you are waiting for turning left. Its really important to know .i am going to take test tomorrow and until right now i understand why my coach to let me keep strait forward and do rectangular left turn. Thank you so much sir ! Wish me a good luck !
Hi Chunlian Li - 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
Hi Rick! Just wanted to leave a note here. I'm not a new driver. I've actually had my license for nearly a decade, but you've taught me some things I never knew about left turns. I'm a bit of a cautious and somewhat skittish driver, and this has been incredibly helpful for me. :)
Hi Cosmic Wishbone - Thank you for your great comment. 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 Gen Jimenez - that is *_OUTSTANDING_* 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
16:00 those unexpected moments are really helpful. White pickup had to leave the intersection as it was on yellow, but you were further back so you had the choice of either advancing or stopping. Stopping was interesting and, as you explained later, the right and safe thing to do as you were faced with a red soon after.
Had my first road test but failed due to making mistakes in turning left but after watching this video I now understand what to do and hope I’ll pass on my next road exam. Thanks Rick.
Hi Jann - 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
For anyone taking it in NY remember to stop on middle of intersection at light controlled intersections. if there traffic you can get 10 points taken off for not stopping at middle of intersection if you stop early or late.
The 9th I’ve successfully passed my g1 license test and have my first in car the 22nd! Your videos are the simplest way for me to understand what to do step by step and I’ve been watching your videos continuously for weeks so I don’t mess up and understand what to do!!! Your videos helped me understand what to do !!!! Thanks Rick! Keep going! Don’t give up !
Hi eternallylovin - that is *_STUPENDOUS_* 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 Ontario? See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
Smart Drive Test ummm well I’m meeting up with my driving instructor in new liskeard next Thursday( the 22nd).... at around June I’ll get my g2 hopefully I wanna go visit family near Toronto
I have my road test in about 5 hours from now and weirdly enough I'm feeling chill while really looking forward to it! I have been watching your videos every day for the past two weeks and I have already learned a lot! Hopefully, I will pass! If not I will try to learn from my mistakes and attempt again. Thanks for your extremely useful videos!
Hi Millad Canada - Glad we could help my friend. 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 Thanks for the reply and I did pass my road test in Burnaby with the 1st attempt! She asked me to pull over, parallel park, and also took me to the highway, but thankfully she did not ask me to stall park! The funny part was that as soon as I parallel parked, I was happy so much so that I got a foot cramp and I had to get off the vehicle and do the stretches on the sidewalk for a minute or two!! Thankfully, she was really understanding and at the end, she mentioned it that she specifically liked my shoulder checks and smooth turns, but the flip side of the coin was that she apparently was not very happy with one of my stops since I did not come to the full stop before proceeding, and also a little bit of speed maintenance but I passed! Now I have classes 5&6 and will probably try to get my class 4 soon! Thanks again for your super useful tips and I will remain subscribed to your wonderful channel since there is always something new to learn from a professional and highly educated mentor like you! You rock, Rick!!!!!!
Hi Millad Canada -that is *_STELLAR_* 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? Thank you for your kind words my friend. And welcome to the smart driver community.
Thank you so much for creating these videos. Yes the intersections were very clearly visible and so was your explaination. Noone ever could explain the basics like you do. For example everyone would say to starighten wheels while left turn intersection but only you explained the reason to not get rear ended in case we cant clear the left turn. This way I will never in my life forget it. God bless you Sir. I appreciate your efforts.
Hi App Space - Thank you for your comment and endorsement my friend. 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
perfect driving instruction! I used to always panic when large vehicles would block my view while turning left at the intersection, but thanks to you, and your channel I feel much more confident on the road. I have 1 month to practice for my g2 road test, looking forward to getting out there and watching more of your videos!
Hi Jim Lahey - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. We're happy to hear that the information is building your confidence. And we're confident you're going to be successful on your g2 test. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Your demonstration is the best l have seen. I have not driven in nearly 12 years and need to start driving now. Your video is a great refresher. Thank you.
Awesome! Ocala, FL Officer A. Colon gave me a warning ticket yesterday forenoon, 1/19/18 that said "Ran Red Light" , even though I had stopped with my front tires over the second crosswalk line, with a Green light for several seconds before oncoming traffic came to a stop when the light turned yellow, then Red. I was the only one turning left. At first he said: "I will have to issue a ticket for Running the Red Light." After I disagreed when that, he said: "I'm just going to give you a written warning" and that warning has the box checked "Ran Red Light." He said: "You ran the Red Light because you didn't stop at the solid white bar when the light was green; you entered the crosswalk; you must wait outside the intersection until all on-coming traffic has cleared, then you may enter the intersection, if the light is still green." I would have gone to court if the ticket was for points. Now, I'm buying a dash cam.
That's rubbish. You are expected to enter the intersection on a green with no arrows. And can make the turn after the traffic going straight is coming to a stop for a red light, even if the light is red for you too. As long as you're already in the intersection, you have the right of way before ALL traffic that gets the next cycle's green too.
Hi Simple Passions - Thank you for your great comment. 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
Hello Rick, Is it at every intersection that you must yield to oncoming traffic, when making a left? For instance a 4 way intersection or crossroads that leads into a mall.? (not a major road)
It becomes really confusing when the car right behind you turning left goes directly into the right lane. Just worried about this thing for my drive exam.
Hi saba khan - Thank you for your question. Be sure to get your signal on as soon as you start entering the left lane after completing the turn. That will--in most cases--stop other drivers from moving right into your blind area my friend. If we can help further, drop us a note. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thank you very much, Rick. I grew up in The Bahamas and we have a UK driving system. Although I passed my US driver's test way back in 2009, I've never been comfortable driving on the right side - especially turning left. I live in a US city with a subway system so I've been able to avoid driving and have really 'drummed up' my anxieties with driving in the US as a result. This video is truly helping me visualize safe driving tactics as my new husband and I are about to buy a car and I have no excuse of avoiding driving any longer. :) Thanks again. I can't wait to watch the other videos on your channel.
Hi Maria - thank you for your lovely comment. I might suggest having a look at this video too: ua-cam.com/video/GRX7iW4Jqcs/v-deo.html Keep us posted as to your progress. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Aiden F - 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 still havinga 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?
Smart Drive Test @--- thank you very much. Yes we did have celebration. I would say your UA-cam channel is the most awesome channel I’ve ever seen about driving. Your tips and lessons gave me so much confidence in driving and I’m very appreciated. I’m thinking to go to Harrison hot spring for my very first road trip❤️ but I’m having a plan to take more driving lessons with my instructor before go to the road trip because I still feeling that I need more and more experience in driving. Thank you again for your hard working to help other new drivers. Aiden ❤️
Hi Aiden F - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your reply. A road trip to Harrison Hot Springs is going to be awesome. I was there in the Fall of 2018 - simply spectacular. Be sure to sign up for the draw for the $100 Fuel Card my friend. www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation We've also added you to the Map of SUCCESS my friend: www.smartdrivetest.com/successful-smart-drivers All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi, Rick! I have a couple of questions! I’ve failed my first attempt in my driving test. And so, I heard that you’re really good at explaining and showing many different techniques. And so, I came to the conclusion that, I have a couple questions with making left turns. So if I’m at an intersection, and it’s red, I have to stop behind the crosswalk? What if it turns yellow, I can still pull under the crosswalk and get ready to go or is best to stay behind the crosswalk and than go if it’s green? Also, is it best not to get inside the intersection if the traffic from the left isn’t clearing on a yellow?
If the light turns yellow before you make it to the cross walk u should stay back unless it's a designated green arrow but even then u dont have to go. Only go left on a yellow if ur in the intersection and it was green while u were in there
Sir, I have to thank you so much for your great job you have done with your UA-cam videos. I was able to pass my driving test with only 10 points today. It was my first attempt, and because of your thorough and detailed videos I felt much confident during my test. I paid about $750 for my driving school but it was just practical exercise. All rules and tricks I have learnt from you. I will continue watching to gain more experience about driving in different weather conditions and so on. Thank you very much for your dedication and sharing knowledge!
please watch the gaps he has between the cars, and also pay attention to how long it takes to turn SAFELY! You can drive fast and make it quick...or maybe not make it at all...or you can drive safe and you won't be in the wreck that the other drivers have already been in!!! Rick, well done Sir, well done! Camera views were very clear and concise!
Thanks Ladonna - that is really helpful. Indeed, it certainly takes some practice to determine a safe gap when turning left. Thank you again - all the best Cheers Rick
Hi scott tang - that is a awesome news. Thank you for letting us know, and for your gratitude. 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 work did you pass your road test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate your success?
Please run through entering ramps and speeding up enough to merge onto highways with 100 kilometers/miles per hour speeds.Also again to get off the freeway not losing any speed until the vehicle is completely on the exit ramp. PLEASE I HAVE NOT SEEN ANY DRIVING LESSONS AS CLEAR AS IF I MYSELF AM DRIVING the word instructions are thorough, spectacular and down to earth. Thank you Rick thank you thank you
Hi Elaine Gray - Thank you for your comment and endorsement. And you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. This video will help with the merging: ua-cam.com/video/dYUxQPrpCsY/v-deo.html&list=PL0x-bChcUvwFZC-_2LIavmqjUMNgj_jpq&index=2 If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest One more thing - when the ongoing traffic is absent (and you can do a left turn with caution with the flashing orange arrow indicating that) should a driver come to a complete stop as you obviously do when there's a traffic in the opposite direction. Thanks a lot!
I have given you a follow on your channel and I enjoy watching some of your videos. They have helped me prepare for my G2 Road Test. I have passed my road test. I watched some of your videos on your channel before I was getting ready for my test a month ago. It was very helpful to understand the concept of driving when you are starting your route, changing your lanes either left or right, stoping at a 4 way stop, always shoulder check when changing your lanes, knowing when you having the right of way, doing a 3 point turn, parallel park, and keeping your hands at 10 and 2. I can't wait to see more of your videos for safety tips of driving properly and considering it to a new driver.
Hi Swift Boy - thank you for your kind words. That is *_SUPER DUPER_* 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
Hello Mr. Rick. Thank you so much for this video. I have an idea now how to safely turn onto the left lane. This has been my anxiety because drivers here in Edmonton like to move forward far away and I thought this is how it is done. But after seeing your video I feel safe and I would like to practice this for my own safety driving. I have been practicing with my husband around our area but I am hesitant to go out in the main road because I am afraid to do left turns. The reason being that most of the left turn in our area were unprotected ones. But after I watched this video it gave me such enlightenment and confidence that I CAN DO THIS! So thank you so much 😊
Hi Precila Gelig - you are most welcome my friend. This vid may help too: ua-cam.com/video/0RiLErSM5sk/v-deo.html Drop us a note if we can help further. All the best, Cheers Rick
After my first road test last year which I failed due to my mistakes in turning left at an intersection, I keep watching these videos and finally I passed the road test last week. Thanks Rick, your channel has helped me a lot!
Hi hari bulaw - 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. I'm sure you had 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?
Hi hari bulaw - Thank you for your comment. You're going to do awesome my friend. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Really a very-well made video! I have been driving in India (on the left side) for 25 years and I am planning to drive in Canada for the first time. Driving on "the other side" is somewhat unnerving (especially for left turns) but videos like this one are extremely helpful in giving more confidence.. Thank you very much.
Hi Sanjeev Kunte - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. Also, have a look at this video tooua-cam.com/video/09SkIpKAfcY/v-deo.html Actually, driving on the other side of the road isn't too bad if there is traffic. You're most likely to get in trouble when there isn't other traffic. And it is more dangerous when walking or riding a bicycle - so be really careful if you're doing either of those activities. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thanks for your reply. After watching the other video (pointed by the link), I understand your comments about it being more dangerous when there isn't other traffic.
Hi Rick, just got home from my road test and I passed with flying colors. The only things I got minor demerits for was one shoulder check I missed, going too slow in a 50 zone (was going around 30) and I had missed a few gaps on a left turn (confidence issues with left turns). I watched your videos religiously for a week and I'm confident you helped me out combined with a driving instructor I drove with for two sessions. Thank you for providing so much information especially with left turns as that is one of my weak points. What advice do you have for someone who needs to learn better gap judgement? I hate holding up traffic because I am timid. Thank you again.
Hi TheWirelessGod - that is a awesome news! Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign 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? Have a look at this video: ua-cam.com/video/j1oQZIPkjhQ/v-deo.html Also, you could consider the defensive driving course at the smart drive test website: www.smartdrivetest.com/course-specials/defensive-driving-special
me again wrote a comment 2 days before. I must say thank you to Rick, you are so marvelous and your videos make me pass my third driving test today. for new driver or those attempt drive test, you MUST watch Rick videos again and again.
Hi Anna Kwong - that’s awesome news- way to go!! And thanks for letting us know, and your stellar endorsement. I’m sure you’re planning a huge celebration and it is well deserved owing to your practice, study & tenacity. All the best with your newly earned freedom. If there’s anything further we can do drop us a note. Always happy to help. Cheers Rick PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Smart Drive Test I passed DMV at Las Vegas, where no 3 point turn was tested. LOL! I need watch your entry-exit highway video before road trip celebration
Hi Anna Kwong - Thank you for your reply. A road trip to Arizona might be an option. You'll love the drive through the vastly different topography - simply spectacular. We've added you to the Map of SUCCESS my friend: www.smartdrivetest.com/successful-smart-drivers All the best, Cheers Rick
@Smart Drive Test hey I was wondering so I live in Nova Scotia and have a driver's test on the 8th. I'm having trouble with distinguishing what intersection I should be in if I can't see the arrows until the end of the intersection. Sometimes I'll be in the left lane and I want to go straight and it will only be a left arrow so I'll have to move over to the right lane but not have enough time and vice versa. Is their a way to distinguish what lane a should be in without the arrows on the pavement.
@@smartdrivetest it's madness here plain and simple. Road rage is our biggest problem...speeders, drivers not yielding for pedestrians. Its a mess but not that bad... 😂😂 some days can be quite peaceful. As a small pedestrian i get bullied by drivers a lot.. too much impatience.
Thanks for this video! I should have watched this before I drove with my instructor the first time (~1 week ago as of writing this comment), but I've done a lot of research since then and I feel much more confident now going to drive with him a second time. I noticed that compared to right turns, left turns were much more difficult at traffic lights, and I made more mistakes on those than anything else. Your channel is really helping out!
Hi Gaming with Isaac! - 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
Your videos are extremely helpful, also watching the roads you drive and the mountains is so relaxing. Someday I’m gonna be driving in the roads of BC among the beautiful mountains.
Hi STAR C - 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
You validate me! ha! Your Buffer Zone is exactly what I use Your buffer zone when following and coming up to a stop behind another care is great! I swear when I learned to drive in 1978, they told me to come up to two away from the car ahead. You leave enough to see the road, which I do, too. Great video. I've been coming out a bit more than you into the intersection to turn and will correct for my test. Amazed how many drivers do not and miss all the breaks to turn as they sit behind the line. - Ken in Hawaii
Thank you for your time, efforts and energy in creating these amazingly helpful videos. Question - If you are in the intersection waiting to turn left and find no safe gap, and the light turns yellow - Do you have any tips to be sure that the oncoming traffic is stopping, to make your turn safely on the yellow? I've sometimes seen people slow down on yellow but then cruise on through, forcing me to turn on red.
Hi trinbagogyrl - Thank you for your question. Have a look at this video: ua-cam.com/video/si_yqtxAh0g/v-deo.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Dr. Rick August: Many salutations! You have done quite well with the updated video about executing left turns at complex intersections. The "jig-jog" positioning technique is something that I have not had much use for in my experience; still, I will keep that in my back pocket. When I am preparing to execute an opportunistic left turn as the lead vehicle, I advance to occlude the near half of the cross street and make direct eye contact with the motor traffic to my left (and my right if applicable) so that there is no question that I have priority and will commandeer the inception of their green phase to complete my turn if necessary. If it is difficult to appraise the oncoming traffic because of a large vehicle occluding my view as it is preparing to execute an opportunistic left turn like I am, I believe that it would make more sense to behave as if there is actual oncoming traffic and hold off on the turn until either the large vehicle goes or until the inception of the cross street green phase (provided the oncoming traffic has stopped for the red light, of course!); still, I have in recent days begun to wonder: what if there is a dormant municipal emergency responder that then goes active among the motor traffic on the cross street while I am poised in the aforementioned manner? How would you handle that, Dr. August?
Hi Damon Mason - Thank you for your query. Are you saying you're in the intersection and an emergency vehicle approaches? Is that what you're asking my friend? All the best, Cheers Rick
I have my test Oct. 30th! I have a question: for the purposes of a road test, wouldn’t it be necessary to stop behind the first white line and to keep your tires straight before a turn at an intersection? In this video you encourage us to stop behind the second white line before the series of left turns. I’m a North American student and would appreciate any clarification! Thank you.
Hi Ferretsu - Thank you for your question. When you're waiting at the intersection to proceed, you wait with the steer tires on the front crosswalk line. That way you're committed to the intersection, but you're not in the intersection. And when the light changes to yellow, or a gap presents itself, you move forward to meet the gap. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thanks for the useful Videos Rick!! I watched almost all of your videos and right after that I used to go to the real traffic scenarios to practice them carefully. It helped me a lot to understand other drivers on the road and communicate with them. And finally I was able to get my driving license successfully yesterday. I am very happy and therefore wanted to thank you as you were my virtual guide who helped me pass my driving test. Thanks Rick :) PS: just to let you know that I am going this weekend for a solo trip outside city area and into the wild :) -Rajat
Hi Rajat Mishra - 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 - enjoy your solo trip into the "wild" my friend. See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
Thank you so much for these videos. I had given up on trying to learn how to drive but now that I've begun watching these videos I feel that I can learn. Hopefully I can make that brain fog disappear when I get nervous practicing to drive.
Hi Madina Kfn - Thank you for your comment and query. This video should help: ua-cam.com/video/wPUPciPP46c/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've had my beginners for 8 years and put off doing Drivers Ed and my road test until today, when I started lesson 1/4 of Driver's Ed. I was still feeling anxious but I found your channel tonight and it has been so informative and useful, and I feel more prepared going back to class next week and on to my in-car training thanks to you! Thank you so much!
Hi Kirsten Stackhouse - you are most welcome my friend. Have a look at this vid: ua-cam.com/video/9QtZD0LDhls/v-deo.html Drop us a note if we can help further my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi John TongueCruz - Thank you for your comment, and welcome to the smart driver community. 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 Rick, how much space would you recommend to be "safe" when you are doing left and right turns please? Are there some techniques or "tricks" that drivers can easily memorize when dealing with such turrns? Thank you so much!
For some time as much as i could I AVOIDED LEFT TURNS! THEY PETRIFIED ME. But over time i managed to safely turn but still made me nervous. This video made it better. Thank you!
Hi Kayung Caleb Lai - Thank you for your comment and query. Have a look at this video for the answer to your question: ua-cam.com/video/MzQAmiEtXzk/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 Thuoc Cam - thank you for your kind words. If there is anything else we can do, drop us a note and we'll be more than happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi HasanView - Thank you for your comment and query. And never, never assume that oncoming traffic is going to stop - even on a red light. Have a look at this video my friend: ua-cam.com/video/si_yqtxAh0g/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 was so pleased to find your great videos, so useful and helpful , I don’t care how long a person has been driving , we all need information like your channel to break us from something that we are doing wrong, The most important thing is to keep enough space in front , I was also shocked to find that you were driving around Vernon, a place I love coming to Many thanks Mark
Hi mark - 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
So when you are in the left turning lane, and on-coming traffic is heavy, are you then allowed to sit at the crosswalk or is it better for on the test to stay back behind the line so you don’t get caught in the intersection if the light changes red quickly? I have had friends fail for that sole reason, them turning left but suddenly once they wait in the intersection, the light turns red much faster then expected, causing automatic fail. Any thoughts would be beneficial as I go for my test this coming week. :)
Hi Katherine - Thank you for your query. When waiting to make a left hand turn, it is best to wait with the front steer tires on the front crosswalk line. If the light changes, you need to move forward into the intersection. As you're moving straight and the light turns to yellow, you are ensuring that the oncoming traffic is in fact, coming to a stop. When you're absolutely certain that the oncoming traffic has stop, then turn. Have a look at this video for more information: ua-cam.com/video/si_yqtxAh0g/v-deo.html Also, you have to move forward in the intersection when you see the gap approaching. In other words, meet the gap. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Quite a useful left-hand turn maneuvers video; would strongly recommend to anyone, even the ones who have passed their road-tests... as a refresher course!!
Hi Tiffany Foster - 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
This is exactly how I failed my 2nd road test, a big truck was blocking my view and I thought all the cars had gone until one creeped out from behind it, I have my last test on Wednesday this video definitely helps me understand what I should do in a situation like that. I hope I pass!!
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Hi, Rick! Thanks for teaching us traffic rules so clearly and objectively. They have been very useful when I'm commuting, especially soon when I'll be in Los Angeles.
Hi Marcelo Sánchez - thank you for your comment and praise. I'm happy to hear that the videos and information have proven useful and helped you out. All the best driving in Los Angeles and metropolitan areas can be challenging to say the least. If there's anything specific we can do, drop us a note. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Junior Dominguez - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. We're happy to hear that we're helping you learn to drive. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thank you so much Rick!!! I am going for my road test tomorrow and I wasn’t exactly clear about the rules of left had turns. You video was very helpful to me because it did clarify a lot of misunderstandings I had in regards to left hand turns rules. I’m not sure how to maneuver the little zigzag but I’m going early to practice it and hopefully it’ll help! Great video again!! Thank you so much!
Hi Rising Vibes - 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! PS - see this post BEFORE you head to the test centre: www.smartdrivetest.com/pass-drivers-test/pre-trip-inspection
Thank you soo much for making these smart drive test videos. I especially like watching the video parts where it is difficult to see hidden cars approaching because a large vehicle covers the view. I find it most challenging to make a left turn when there is a large vehicle covering the cars and making it difficult to see if a car is approaching. Are these videos filmed in Canada? Hopefully, more people come across viewing your videos because I always notice rebellious drivers on the road that do not follow the road rules! I ldrive in city traffic and it can be wild. I always have struggles with making t intersection left and right turns when there is opposite cross traffic and there are no traffic lights. I usually find it most challenging when there are trees or vehicles blocking the view when both making a left or right turn. I noticed your zig zag approach when making the left turn and I thought I could implement but it could be dangerous if done incorrectly. May you do a video with left and right turns at t intersections or junctions which show blind spots on the left side and right side which include opposite side cross traffic with no lights and advise on techniques to better handle these? Once again thank you soo much for making these videos. If there were more obedient drivers on the road there would be soo much less accidents
Hi Icela Garcia - I could do that for you. Do you have a couple of intersections in mind? If so, could you send those addresses to me and I'll look those up on Google Maps and then I'll have a better idea of what you're asking. Thanks Cheers Rick
Great video. Sound driving technique tips no matter which side of the road you drive on. As an Australian with a bit over 30 years driving on the left side of the road I've used you're excellent clips to get my head around driving on the right (or wrong in my case) side of the road. Coming over shortly and planning a fair road trip so it's going to be interesting. I have a funny feeling the wipers might go on at intersections on the odd occasion! Very good instructional videos, well done.
Hi Brad Pigott - thank you for your comment and compliments. That is exciting indeed that you are coming over for a road trip - just in America, or in Canada too? Here is another video that will help you out: ua-cam.com/video/09SkIpKAfcY/v-deo.html And the other thing that I suggest to overseas travellers is to take some time to do route planning. That way you can put more of your energy into driving the vehicle. I know we all have GPS, but don't rely on it alone - it's better if you have a bit of an idea where you're going. And yes, you're probably going to turn the wipers on a bit!! All the best mate, Cheers Rick
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The best resource for all things regarding left turns on multilane roadways. Thank you so much for the details, organization, and consistency of the content!
Hi @omegab4856 - 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
Hi WICKED - You are most welcome my friend and 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
2:00 this is what i came for here. I’m a new driver and just got honked from vehicle behind me because i was letting the truck pull into the intersection first
Hi SG - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment. Have a look at this video too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/HABPPIUhIIE/v-deo.html Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Thrivanka Charith - 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 Leah G - 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. 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
Just wanted to ask when turning left you move the front tyres to the front of the crosswalk, is it the same for Alberta? I was told by a friend that you are supposed to go further up and not block the crosswalk? Just need clarification on this?
Hi Adnan Ahmed Malik - Thank you for your query. You can drive slower, but don't drive too slow my friend or you'll get assigned points. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Rick, my road test is in a few days here in victoria bc and been learning lots thru watching your videos and glad i came upon this one. I took a few lesson from a driving instructor. I asked him if it it is needed to shoulder check when turning left , and he said "its okay to, but not necessary" , my husband told me the same. i am not sure if its just here in Victoria or they are right or just dont know what they are talking about 😅. And they never said anything about switching lane to right after the left turn. 😩.. Anyway thank you for your videos and more power to you!
Hi Jade Paciona - Thank you for your comment. Yes, you MUST shoulder check when moving or turning the vehicle to the left. And you MUST also move over to the right lane right away. The only time you don't move over is when the examiner tells you to turn left in a block or two. Good luck on your road test. We're happy to get you the right information so you can pass your road test first time. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Smart Drive Test , hi Rick, i passed my road test today! The only comment i got from the examiner was i parked kinda close to a fire hydrant. It was so light at the end that me and the examiner were just casually talking.. Your videos really helped me. I can almost hear “ mirror, signal, shoulder check” with your voice in my head😂. Again, thank you!
I have a question Rick. Have u ever gotten stuck in an intersection on a red light your entire history of driving?. Im terrified of the light turning red and not being able to find an opening in time while out past the pedestrian walkway of intersection.
Hi D C - Thank you for your comment and query. I haven't got stuck out in an intersection. I know that it is a very real fear for many drivers, however, know that there's a safety zone in the traffic lights. There's a 2 second delay from when one light goes red until the other goes green, therefore you can clear the intersection before the cross traffic starts. Also, like the pickup truck in the video, you MUST clear the intersection. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
When you turn left and switch to the right lane right away should you do that on a road test as well? or should you wait for the examiner to inform you to switch lanes?
Hi gurveer gill - Thank you for your question. You do it automatically. The examiner is not going to tell you to do that. The only time you don't is if the examiner indicates that you're going to turn left in the next block or two. Otherwise move back over to the right lane "right away" - see what I did there with the funny! ;o) If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Armand Yabut - thank you for your comment and query. Have a look at this playlist for more information on turning: ua-cam.com/play/PL0x-bChcUvwEee3P4OrnVJjnx5IKwGsqT.html For right turns you should be 10-15kph (8-12mph) and for left turns you will be 20-30kph (15-25mph) depending on the corner. So, prior to the turn you want to slow to that speed, release the brake prior to the turn, turn the steering wheel, and at about the mid-point you want to begin to accelerate out of the turn. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
That jig-jog you do, what if the car in front of you is turning left but the car right behind it is going straight - would you not be facing oncoming traffic? Or do you only do this when the opposite lane is a dedicated left turn?
Hi Bobo411 - Thank you for your comment. Yes, in most cases the only time you're going to do the jig-jog is when there is a left-turning lane across from you and there is traffic preventing you from seeing the oncoming traffic. There may be other times at conventional intersections, but those are rare. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Rick, your videos are very helpful. I failed twice in the road test because of only one reason that is I didn't go to proper lane while turning left at the intersection. I am from Saskatoon. It was heavily snowing on both days when I took the road test. So there were no lane markings visible on both days because of the snow. There are complex intersections at the Saskatoon downtown. I request you to post a video to identify the proper lane while turning left at the intersection with snow where the lane markings are not visible asap. I really appreciate your help. Thanks.
Hi ashsmit3 - Thank you for your comment and query. Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. This video should help out: ua-cam.com/video/BPpRKeheX00/v-deo.html&index=9&list=PL0x-bChcUvwGXH4VbLmO0gJJpeIqLrs2T If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi pious fairy - Thank you for your comment. Have a look at this video my friend: ua-cam.com/video/xLQ8lkwvR5E/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 am a huge fan of Smart Drive Test and I am grateful to Rick for all the amazing videos. I have my road test in a few weeks. There are a few complex intersections around my test area. I am concerned that when I approach one of those intersections, when the light is green, I drive slowly over the cross-walk and show that I own the intersection, but then the light changes to yellow, and due to the traffic flow I am unable to make the turn and the light changes to red. I am now on the cross-walk and not made the turn, will this be considered a fail? What should i do in such a situation?
Hi bharath ramu - Thank you for your comment and query. When you sense that the light is going to change, you move straight forward into the intersection to meet the gap. But be absolutely sure that the oncoming traffic is going to stop before making the turn: ua-cam.com/video/si_yqtxAh0g/v-deo.html See this video: If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest Rick - I passed my Road Test today. I want to take this moment to really appreciate you for all the help you've given to driving aspirants like us. I will recommend your channel to all my friends who are in need of getting a license. Thank you so much. You are the best!
Hi bharath ramu - thank you for your incredible post! 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?
I have some questions regarding the left turns at intersections. When the light goes green, I enter the intersection, and stop with the steer wheels at the front crosswalk to 'own' the intersection, then wait for a gap in the the approaching traffic ?? If there is no gap, and the light changes to yellow, do I need to clear the intersection immediately ?? or as soon as there is a gap in the approaching traffic?? What happens when the light turns to red ?? Do I get a ticket for going on a red??
Hi arbjful - Thank you for your comment and query. This video will answer your question: ua-cam.com/video/si_yqtxAh0g/v-deo.html&list=PL0x-bChcUvwEee3P4OrnVJjnx5IKwGsqT&index=16 If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Can someone please help: at 7:33 there was still a green light and a vehicle in front of ours waiting to turn left. Should not it ideally have moved forward a bit and finish the left turn when the light turned yellow? Was it the right thing that it was waiting for the new green light?
@@decadence8473 Oooooohhhhh sorry, I thought you were using that as an example of what happened to you and was asking what should have been done. In that clip in the video, the pickup in front was behind another vehicle already in the intersection. If the pickup had moved forward, it would have been in the intersection while our light was red, they actually did what should be done. Do not pull into the intersection until traffic in front is clear. You do not want to get stuck behind someone that waits too long and block the other direction when they have green. It is my personal opinion that anyone should wait in the intersection for a break in traffic to turn. I have seen too many drivers run red lights and hit the driver that is waiting in the intersection. I tend to stay behind the stop line until it is clear to turn.
Hi Luis Hernandez - Thank you for your comment. Yes, often we are super nervous about the test or event, and in the end it turns out to NOT be the drama we imagined. You did awesome my friend. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Isaac Oladapo Oluwaseyi - 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 Isaac Oladapo Oluwaseyi - Thank you for your reply. Well...that's a super bummer!! You've got a great attitude my friend. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Mark Smith - Thank you for your comment. It's a great term! Another term is "living room," which more or less means the same. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Julienne Niyikora - Happy to hear that we could answer your question. 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 sure will! Am watching many of your videos coz I have been driving in my home country and found that here in Canada (am in Ontario) things are waaaay different:)
Really enjoyed this video. I guesss it's been so many years but I fail to remember how close/far you are to the pedestrian crosswalk. There's the white stop line and the pedestrian crosswalk lines i try to keep the white stop line just visible so I'm further back than probably necessary but it gives me optimal view of any bike riders and pedestrians who are about to rush across to beat the light. You can't imagine how many times I have seen the front of cars almost right on top of the pedestrian crosswalk... or over for that matter. The jig jog is a good technique i will try to remember to employ as well as the front tire on the of the furthest line of the pedestrian crosswalk (when turning of course) Thanks for the great video!
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passed my test earlier today! I will continue to watch these videos to sharpen my skills because they are so helpful :)
Hi Felix C-L - that is *_TREMENDOUS_* 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
Congratulations!!!
Thank for left hand turns 🎉
I'm actually a fully licenced tourist using this video to prepare for driving in America for the first time, and turning left at an intersection is the one thing literally no one talks about!
So thank you so much for covering it in so much detail, I really appreciate that you show so many varied examples rather than just one and calling it a day. Best video on intersections here by far!
Ha ha ha...I'm 47 years of age. Moved from Maryland to PA. Since my license expired 2-3 years ago I have to start from the beginning with getting my learners and taking the driving test again. thanks for the video as a refresher for me. Great stuff.
Hi Jσни в. - 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
These videos are what made me pass! I didn't take driver's Ed and was taught to drive by my brother, so I never really learned the rules of the road. Intersections were my week spot because of protected turns and such, I would always struggle to figure out who has right of way, but it's really simple now. Passed because of this channel
Hi :WRAITH: - that is *_FANTASTIC_* 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
Smart Drive Test Hey Rick just watched the video, how do you know it’s when you have to give right of way in a smaller intersection, will it have the yield on green sign, and is that what it means will it always be there when it’s that intersection?
@@smartdrivetest I drove to my brother's house, we used to drive there together a lot before I had my license, so I came to visit him and tell him I got my license
Hi David - the only time that you have to give way is if you're at some sort of controlled intersection--STOP, YIELD, or traffic--or if there is another road user that is insisting on going. See this vid for more info: ua-cam.com/video/-N_7P9oWTAA/v-deo.html Drop us a note if we can help further. All the best, Cheers Rick
A tremendous celebration with your brother - that's awesome my friend. All the best,. Cheers Rick
I am glad I have found this channel. As a new driver, preparing for the upcoming road test, I get confused sometimes. I ask questions and get different answers. It didn't take long to realize that driving in reality is not exactly like what it says in the driver handbook!
I like that you keep showing the techniques and keep repeating what we need to do, so we remember that by heart easily. In my town, everybody creeps out to wait in the middle of the intersection before turning left. I did that while practicing a lot too. Fortunately, I just found out from your VDO that it's better not to do that. Thank you so much for making these superb vdos. Keep up the good work!
Hi June June - thank you for your lovely comment. I'm going to give that a heart!! And you are most welcome - I'm glad these are helping. Yes, the theory behind driving and the practice are two completely different tasks. Therefore, that is the reason that I tell students to get as much practice as possible. Driving is not a spectator sport; you can't watch someone else do it and learn how to drive - you need seat time. If there is anything else we can do, drop us a note. All the best, Cheers Rick
June June true.. Me too
June June d
Very busy cities with inadequate infrastructure like Bucharest, Shanghai, Tehran, New Delhi, Moscow virtually require you to, in practice, creep into the intersection. Otherwise, you're stuck behind a 5 minute red light after which only one of a few hundred vehicles passes through before the next red light. It's impossible to ever get from one place to another if you don't follow certain rules such as the "creep rule". Not everyone is lucky to live in a place where "heavy traffic" means 4 cars and a 50 foot buffer between cars.
You should have noticed that he did move out a bit in order to get a better view..It's legal
Passed my road test first time today without a driving school thanks to you! Love the effort you put into the quality of these videos, you've been such a great help!
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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 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 are you planning to go on your first solo drive?
this helps so much!! i’m a new driver and i have my temps and i completely forgot that you have to yield to cars in front of you when turning left on green and my life flashed before my eyes 😭
Hi Smile S - 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
Same😂 I almost died.
Thanks for this. I always do zigzag it helps me see traffic better. Also thanks for mentioning that you should be close to white line when making left, most people go to middle of intersection almost on other side of St. There is no reason to be there. Then they turn into left turn right lane. Not good idea.
Great driver
Now!!!! I understand why you have to always keep “straightforward “ when you are waiting for turning left. Its really important to know .i am going to take test tomorrow and until right now i understand why my coach to let me keep strait forward and do rectangular left turn. Thank you so much sir ! Wish me a good luck !
Hi Chunlian Li - 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
Hi Rick! Just wanted to leave a note here. I'm not a new driver. I've actually had my license for nearly a decade, but you've taught me some things I never knew about left turns. I'm a bit of a cautious and somewhat skittish driver, and this has been incredibly helpful for me. :)
Hi Cosmic Wishbone - Thank you for your great comment. 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
I've been watching all his video when I get passed my written test, so now i passed my road test in first try, this video help a lot. Thanks Rick 😊
Hi Gen Jimenez - that is *_OUTSTANDING_* 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
16:00 those unexpected moments are really helpful. White pickup had to leave the intersection as it was on yellow, but you were further back so you had the choice of either advancing or stopping. Stopping was interesting and, as you explained later, the right and safe thing to do as you were faced with a red soon after.
These are my favorite videos. You driving and teaching people who are new to the road and experienced drivers also.
Hi Kowan McGarry - you are most welcome my friend. Drop us a note if we can help further my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
Had my first road test but failed due to making mistakes in turning left but after watching this video I now understand what to do and hope I’ll pass on my next road exam. Thanks Rick.
Hi Jann - 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
For anyone taking it in NY remember to stop on middle of intersection at light controlled intersections. if there traffic you can get 10 points taken off for not stopping at middle of intersection if you stop early or late.
The 9th I’ve successfully passed my g1 license test and have my first in car the 22nd! Your videos are the simplest way for me to understand what to do step by step and I’ve been watching your videos continuously for weeks so I don’t mess up and understand what to do!!! Your videos helped me understand what to do !!!!
Thanks Rick! Keep going! Don’t give up !
Hi eternallylovin - that is *_STUPENDOUS_* 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 Ontario?
See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
Smart Drive Test ummm well I’m meeting up with my driving instructor in new liskeard next Thursday( the 22nd).... at around June I’ll get my g2 hopefully I wanna go visit family near Toronto
I learned more from watching your videos than from my instructor.. Thank you so much!
Me too 😆
Hi Kelly C - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. All the best, Cheers Rick
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I have my road test in about 5 hours from now and weirdly enough I'm feeling chill while really looking forward to it! I have been watching your videos every day for the past two weeks and I have already learned a lot! Hopefully, I will pass! If not I will try to learn from my mistakes and attempt again. Thanks for your extremely useful videos!
Hi Millad Canada - Glad we could help my friend. 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 Thanks for the reply and I did pass my road test in Burnaby with the 1st attempt! She asked me to pull over, parallel park, and also took me to the highway, but thankfully she did not ask me to stall park! The funny part was that as soon as I parallel parked, I was happy so much so that I got a foot cramp and I had to get off the vehicle and do the stretches on the sidewalk for a minute or two!! Thankfully, she was really understanding and at the end, she mentioned it that she specifically liked my shoulder checks and smooth turns, but the flip side of the coin was that she apparently was not very happy with one of my stops since I did not come to the full stop before proceeding, and also a little bit of speed maintenance but I passed! Now I have classes 5&6 and will probably try to get my class 4 soon! Thanks again for your super useful tips and I will remain subscribed to your wonderful channel since there is always something new to learn from a professional and highly educated mentor like you! You rock, Rick!!!!!!
Hi Millad Canada -that is *_STELLAR_* 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? Thank you for your kind words my friend. And welcome to the smart driver community.
I hate having to stop in the middle of the intersection. It gives me major anxiety
Thank you so much for creating these videos. Yes the intersections were very clearly visible and so was your explaination. Noone ever could explain the basics like you do. For example everyone would say to starighten wheels while left turn intersection but only you explained the reason to not get rear ended in case we cant clear the left turn. This way I will never in my life forget it. God bless you Sir. I appreciate your efforts.
Hi App Space - Thank you for your comment and endorsement my friend. 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
perfect driving instruction! I used to always panic when large vehicles would block my view while turning left at the intersection, but thanks to you, and your channel I feel much more confident on the road. I have 1 month to practice for my g2 road test, looking forward to getting out there and watching more of your videos!
Hi Jim Lahey - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. We're happy to hear that the information is building your confidence. And we're confident you're going to be successful on your g2 test. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Your demonstration is the best l have seen. I have not driven in nearly 12 years and need to start driving now. Your video is a great refresher. Thank you.
Awesome! Ocala, FL Officer A. Colon gave me a warning ticket yesterday forenoon, 1/19/18 that said "Ran Red Light" , even though I had stopped with my front tires over the second crosswalk line, with a Green light for several seconds before oncoming traffic came to a stop when the light turned yellow, then Red. I was the only one turning left. At first he said: "I will have to issue a ticket for Running the Red Light." After I disagreed when that, he said: "I'm just going to give you a written warning" and that warning has the box checked "Ran Red Light." He said: "You ran the Red Light because you didn't stop at the solid white bar when the light was green; you entered the crosswalk; you must wait outside the intersection until all on-coming traffic has cleared, then you may enter the intersection, if the light is still green." I would have gone to court if the ticket was for points. Now, I'm buying a dash cam.
That's rubbish. You are expected to enter the intersection on a green with no arrows. And can make the turn after the traffic going straight is coming to a stop for a red light, even if the light is red for you too. As long as you're already in the intersection, you have the right of way before ALL traffic that gets the next cycle's green too.
My driving has improved so much, Thanks to your videos. Even my instructor asked me what I have been doing to get better.
Hi Simple Passions - Thank you for your great comment. 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
Hello Rick, Is it at every intersection that you must yield to oncoming traffic, when making a left? For instance a 4 way intersection or crossroads that leads into a mall.? (not a major road)
It becomes really confusing when the car right behind you turning left goes directly into the right lane. Just worried about this thing for my drive exam.
Hi saba khan - Thank you for your question. Be sure to get your signal on as soon as you start entering the left lane after completing the turn. That will--in most cases--stop other drivers from moving right into your blind area my friend. If we can help further, drop us a note. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thank you very much, Rick. I grew up in The Bahamas and we have a UK driving system. Although I passed my US driver's test way back in 2009, I've never been comfortable driving on the right side - especially turning left. I live in a US city with a subway system so I've been able to avoid driving and have really 'drummed up' my anxieties with driving in the US as a result. This video is truly helping me visualize safe driving tactics as my new husband and I are about to buy a car and I have no excuse of avoiding driving any longer. :) Thanks again. I can't wait to watch the other videos on your channel.
Hi Maria - thank you for your lovely comment. I might suggest having a look at this video too: ua-cam.com/video/GRX7iW4Jqcs/v-deo.html Keep us posted as to your progress. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
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Great help in navigating complex roadways! Found this site thru my son & grandson! My test is in 3 weeks! Hope I dont wear it out!! Many Many Thanks!
Hi margaret porter - you are most welcome my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
I’m from Vancouver and I passed my road test 2 days ago. Thank you for your awesome tips.
Hi Aiden F - 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 still havinga 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?
Smart Drive Test @--- thank you very much. Yes we did have celebration. I would say your UA-cam channel is the most awesome channel I’ve ever seen about driving. Your tips and lessons gave me so much confidence in driving and I’m very appreciated.
I’m thinking to go to Harrison hot spring for my very first road trip❤️ but I’m having a plan to take more driving lessons with my instructor before go to the road trip because I still feeling that I need more and more experience in driving.
Thank you again for your hard working to help other new drivers. Aiden ❤️
Hi Aiden F - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your reply. A road trip to Harrison Hot Springs is going to be awesome. I was there in the Fall of 2018 - simply spectacular. Be sure to sign up for the draw for the $100 Fuel Card my friend. www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation We've also added you to the Map of SUCCESS my friend: www.smartdrivetest.com/successful-smart-drivers All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi, Rick! I have a couple of questions! I’ve failed my first attempt in my driving test. And so, I heard that you’re really good at explaining and showing many different techniques. And so, I came to the conclusion that, I have a couple questions with making left turns. So if I’m at an intersection, and it’s red, I have to stop behind the crosswalk? What if it turns yellow, I can still pull under the crosswalk and get ready to go or is best to stay behind the crosswalk and than go if it’s green? Also, is it best not to get inside the intersection if the traffic from the left isn’t clearing on a yellow?
If the light turns yellow before you make it to the cross walk u should stay back unless it's a designated green arrow but even then u dont have to go. Only go left on a yellow if ur in the intersection and it was green while u were in there
Sir, I have to thank you so much for your great job you have done with your UA-cam videos. I was able to pass my driving test with only 10 points today. It was my first attempt, and because of your thorough and detailed videos I felt much confident during my test. I paid about $750 for my driving school but it was just practical exercise. All rules and tricks I have learnt from you. I will continue watching to gain more experience about driving in different weather conditions and so on. Thank you very much for your dedication and sharing knowledge!
please watch the gaps he has between the cars, and also pay attention to how long it takes to turn SAFELY! You can drive fast and make it quick...or maybe not make it at all...or you can drive safe and you won't be in the wreck that the other drivers have already been in!!! Rick, well done Sir, well done! Camera views were very clear and concise!
Thanks Ladonna - that is really helpful. Indeed, it certainly takes some practice to determine a safe gap when turning left. Thank you again - all the best Cheers Rick
I watched your videos yesterday, and I took the test and passed it today. I really appreciate your helpful videos.
Hi scott tang - that is a awesome news. Thank you for letting us know, and for your gratitude. 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 work did you pass your road test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate your success?
I was failed in my last effort and now m scared may Waheguru bless me in my this next effort
Please run through entering ramps and speeding up enough to merge onto highways with 100 kilometers/miles per hour speeds.Also again to get off the freeway not losing any speed until the vehicle is completely on the exit ramp. PLEASE I HAVE NOT SEEN ANY DRIVING LESSONS AS CLEAR AS IF I MYSELF AM DRIVING the word instructions are thorough, spectacular and down to earth. Thank you Rick thank you thank you
Hi Elaine Gray - Thank you for your comment and endorsement. And you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. This video will help with the merging: ua-cam.com/video/dYUxQPrpCsY/v-deo.html&list=PL0x-bChcUvwFZC-_2LIavmqjUMNgj_jpq&index=2 If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
That one is the best explaining this big truck issue in the very beginning of the video. Thanks a lot
Hi sVeekey - you are most welcome my friend. Drop us a note if we can help further my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest One more thing - when the ongoing traffic is absent (and you can do a left turn with caution with the flashing orange arrow indicating that) should a driver come to a complete stop as you obviously do when there's a traffic in the opposite direction. Thanks a lot!
I have given you a follow on your channel and I enjoy watching some of your videos. They have helped me prepare for my G2 Road Test. I have passed my road test. I watched some of your videos on your channel before I was getting ready for my test a month ago. It was very helpful to understand the concept of driving when you are starting your route, changing your lanes either left or right, stoping at a 4 way stop, always shoulder check when changing your lanes, knowing when you having the right of way, doing a 3 point turn, parallel park, and keeping your hands at 10 and 2. I can't wait to see more of your videos for safety tips of driving properly and considering it to a new driver.
Hi Swift Boy - thank you for your kind words. That is *_SUPER DUPER_* 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
Hello Mr. Rick. Thank you so much for this video. I have an idea now how to safely turn onto the left lane. This has been my anxiety because drivers here in Edmonton like to move forward far away and I thought this is how it is done. But after seeing your video I feel safe and I would like to practice this for my own safety driving. I have been practicing with my husband around our area but I am hesitant to go out in the main road because I am afraid to do left turns. The reason being that most of the left turn in our area were unprotected ones. But after I watched this video it gave me such enlightenment and confidence that I CAN DO THIS! So thank you so much 😊
Hi Precila Gelig - you are most welcome my friend. This vid may help too: ua-cam.com/video/0RiLErSM5sk/v-deo.html Drop us a note if we can help further. All the best, Cheers Rick
After my first road test last year which I failed due to my mistakes in turning left at an intersection, I keep watching these videos and finally I passed the road test last week. Thanks Rick, your channel has helped me a lot!
Hi hari bulaw - 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. I'm sure you had 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?
Victoria BC for class 7. No road trips yet but probably next year..And I have 2 years to watch all your videos again to prepare for Class 5 license.
Hi hari bulaw - Thank you for your comment. You're going to do awesome my friend. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Really a very-well made video! I have been driving in India (on the left side) for 25 years and I am planning to drive in Canada for the first time. Driving on "the other side" is somewhat unnerving (especially for left turns) but videos like this one are extremely helpful in giving more confidence.. Thank you very much.
Hi Sanjeev Kunte - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. Also, have a look at this video tooua-cam.com/video/09SkIpKAfcY/v-deo.html Actually, driving on the other side of the road isn't too bad if there is traffic. You're most likely to get in trouble when there isn't other traffic. And it is more dangerous when walking or riding a bicycle - so be really careful if you're doing either of those activities. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thanks for your reply. After watching the other video (pointed by the link), I understand your comments about it being more dangerous when there isn't other traffic.
Hi Rick, just got home from my road test and I passed with flying colors. The only things I got minor demerits for was one shoulder check I missed, going too slow in a 50 zone (was going around 30) and I had missed a few gaps on a left turn (confidence issues with left turns). I watched your videos religiously for a week and I'm confident you helped me out combined with a driving instructor I drove with for two sessions. Thank you for providing so much information especially with left turns as that is one of my weak points. What advice do you have for someone who needs to learn better gap judgement? I hate holding up traffic because I am timid. Thank you again.
Hi TheWirelessGod - that is a awesome news! Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign 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? Have a look at this video: ua-cam.com/video/j1oQZIPkjhQ/v-deo.html Also, you could consider the defensive driving course at the smart drive test website: www.smartdrivetest.com/course-specials/defensive-driving-special
me again wrote a comment 2 days before.
I must say thank you to Rick, you are so marvelous and your videos make me pass my third driving test today.
for new driver or those attempt drive test, you MUST watch Rick videos again and again.
Hi Anna Kwong - that’s awesome news- way to go!! And thanks for letting us know, and your stellar endorsement. I’m sure you’re planning a huge celebration and it is well deserved owing to your practice, study & tenacity. All the best with your newly earned freedom. If there’s anything further we can do drop us a note. Always happy to help. Cheers Rick PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?
Smart Drive Test I passed DMV at Las Vegas, where no 3 point turn was tested.
LOL! I need watch your entry-exit highway video before road trip celebration
Hi Anna Kwong - Thank you for your reply. A road trip to Arizona might be an option. You'll love the drive through the vastly different topography - simply spectacular. We've added you to the Map of SUCCESS my friend: www.smartdrivetest.com/successful-smart-drivers All the best, Cheers Rick
I teach Driver' Education in Chicago and your videos are awesome! Thanks
Hi Adrian Trobaugh - Where in Chicago do you teach my friend? What’s your biggest chalk teaching there in the Windy City? All the best, Cheers Rick
@Smart Drive Test hey I was wondering so I live in Nova Scotia and have a driver's test on the 8th. I'm having trouble with distinguishing what intersection I should be in if I can't see the arrows until the end of the intersection. Sometimes I'll be in the left lane and I want to go straight and it will only be a left arrow so I'll have to move over to the right lane but not have enough time and vice versa. Is their a way to distinguish what lane a should be in without the arrows on the pavement.
@@smartdrivetest it's madness here plain and simple. Road rage is our biggest problem...speeders, drivers not yielding for pedestrians. Its a mess but not that bad... 😂😂 some days can be quite peaceful. As a small pedestrian i get bullied by drivers a lot.. too much impatience.
Thanks for this video! I should have watched this before I drove with my instructor the first time (~1 week ago as of writing this comment), but I've done a lot of research since then and I feel much more confident now going to drive with him a second time. I noticed that compared to right turns, left turns were much more difficult at traffic lights, and I made more mistakes on those than anything else. Your channel is really helping out!
Hi Gaming with Isaac! - 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
Your videos are extremely helpful, also watching the roads you drive and the mountains is so relaxing.
Someday I’m gonna be driving in the roads of BC among the beautiful mountains.
Hi STAR C - 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
You validate me! ha! Your Buffer Zone is exactly what I use Your buffer zone when following and coming up to a stop behind another care is great! I swear when I learned to drive in 1978, they told me to come up to two away from the car ahead. You leave enough to see the road, which I do, too. Great video. I've been coming out a bit more than you into the intersection to turn and will correct for my test. Amazed how many drivers do not and miss all the breaks to turn as they sit behind the line. - Ken in Hawaii
Thank you for your time, efforts and energy in creating these amazingly helpful videos. Question - If you are in the intersection waiting to turn left and find no safe gap, and the light turns yellow - Do you have any tips to be sure that the oncoming traffic is stopping, to make your turn safely on the yellow? I've sometimes seen people slow down on yellow but then cruise on through, forcing me to turn on red.
Hi trinbagogyrl - Thank you for your question. Have a look at this video: ua-cam.com/video/si_yqtxAh0g/v-deo.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Dr. Rick August:
Many salutations! You have done quite well with the updated video about executing left turns at complex intersections. The "jig-jog" positioning technique is something that I have not had much use for in my experience; still, I will keep that in my back pocket. When I am preparing to execute an opportunistic left turn as the lead vehicle, I advance to occlude the near half of the cross street and make direct eye contact with the motor traffic to my left (and my right if applicable) so that there is no question that I have priority and will commandeer the inception of their green phase to complete my turn if necessary.
If it is difficult to appraise the oncoming traffic because of a large vehicle occluding my view as it is preparing to execute an opportunistic left turn like I am, I believe that it would make more sense to behave as if there is actual oncoming traffic and hold off on the turn until either the large vehicle goes or until the inception of the cross street green phase (provided the oncoming traffic has stopped for the red light, of course!); still, I have in recent days begun to wonder: what if there is a dormant municipal emergency responder that then goes active among the motor traffic on the cross street while I am poised in the aforementioned manner? How would you handle that, Dr. August?
Hi Damon Mason - Thank you for your query. Are you saying you're in the intersection and an emergency vehicle approaches? Is that what you're asking my friend? All the best, Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest Yes, that is exactly my inquiry.
I have my test Oct. 30th! I have a question: for the purposes of a road test, wouldn’t it be necessary to stop behind the first white line and to keep your tires straight before a turn at an intersection? In this video you encourage us to stop behind the second white line before the series of left turns. I’m a North American student and would appreciate any clarification! Thank you.
Hi Ferretsu - Thank you for your question. When you're waiting at the intersection to proceed, you wait with the steer tires on the front crosswalk line. That way you're committed to the intersection, but you're not in the intersection. And when the light changes to yellow, or a gap presents itself, you move forward to meet the gap. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thanks for the useful Videos Rick!!
I watched almost all of your videos and right after that I used to go to the real traffic scenarios to practice them carefully. It helped me a lot to understand other drivers on the road and communicate with them. And finally I was able to get my driving license successfully yesterday. I am very happy and therefore wanted to thank you as you were my virtual guide who helped me pass my driving test. Thanks Rick :)
PS: just to let you know that I am going this weekend for a solo trip outside city area and into the wild :)
-Rajat
Hi Rajat Mishra - 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 - enjoy your solo trip into the "wild" my friend.
See this vid too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/21hBJ49sX-s/v-deo.html
What if the light turns red and nobody lets you in and you’re stuck in the intersection?
Then they gonna get pulled over for entering an intersection with another car already in it
Or flip em off
Or both
Either go on green or stop on red, go fast on yellow so you don’t get a ticket for driving through a red light or possible getting into a collision.
You go through. Never stop in the intersection. If you are past the crosswalk, you always go through the intersection.
Thank you so much for these videos. I had given up on trying to learn how to drive but now that I've begun watching these videos I feel that I can learn. Hopefully I can make that brain fog disappear when I get nervous practicing to drive.
And also managing speed at the same time reducing as I approach a stopping line before turning in residential area
Can u advise me please
Hi Madina Kfn - Thank you for your comment and query. This video should help: ua-cam.com/video/wPUPciPP46c/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've had my beginners for 8 years and put off doing Drivers Ed and my road test until today, when I started lesson 1/4 of Driver's Ed. I was still feeling anxious but I found your channel tonight and it has been so informative and useful, and I feel more prepared going back to class next week and on to my in-car training thanks to you! Thank you so much!
Hi Kirsten Stackhouse - you are most welcome my friend. Have a look at this vid: ua-cam.com/video/9QtZD0LDhls/v-deo.html Drop us a note if we can help further my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
More power to you man! So informative and so detailed. The best video i've seen in youtube so far---for so long! Subscribed right away.
Hi John TongueCruz - Thank you for your comment, and welcome to the smart driver community. 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
I find the lessons by Smart Drive Test very educating that I not only liked everyone, but have them saved for further reviews. 👍🏽
Same here. Especially on the issues I need help with. Like turns.
Hi Rick, how much space would you recommend to be "safe" when you are doing left and right turns please? Are there some techniques or "tricks" that drivers can easily memorize when dealing with such turrns? Thank you so much!
For some time as much as i could I AVOIDED LEFT TURNS! THEY PETRIFIED ME. But over time i managed to safely turn but still made me nervous. This video made it better. Thank you!
Definitely one of your best videos! So much essential information explained so well,Excellent work! Cheers 🍻
quick question, what's the point of shoulder checking before turning in to the left turn lane?
Hi Kayung Caleb Lai - Thank you for your comment and query. Have a look at this video for the answer to your question: ua-cam.com/video/MzQAmiEtXzk/v-deo.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thanks!!
Hi Kayung Caleb Lai - you are most welcome my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
One of the best video I have seen so far. Thank you very much for your great job:)
Hi Thuoc Cam - thank you for your kind words. If there is anything else we can do, drop us a note and we'll be more than happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
This year I am visiting Los Angeles for the 3rd time , I will do the right left turn . Now I have understood the logic . Thank you
So when I get a yellow light when making a left turn, it's safe for me to go ? does yellow means the opposite traffic will stop ?
Hi HasanView - Thank you for your comment and query. And never, never assume that oncoming traffic is going to stop - even on a red light. Have a look at this video my friend: ua-cam.com/video/si_yqtxAh0g/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 was so pleased to find your great videos, so useful and helpful ,
I don’t care how long a person has been driving , we all need information like your channel to break us from something that we are doing wrong,
The most important thing is to keep enough space in front , I was also shocked to find that you were driving around Vernon, a place I love coming to
Many thanks Mark
Hi mark - 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
So when you are in the left turning lane, and on-coming traffic is heavy, are you then allowed to sit at the crosswalk or is it better for on the test to stay back behind the line so you don’t get caught in the intersection if the light changes red quickly? I have had friends fail for that sole reason, them turning left but suddenly once they wait in the intersection, the light turns red much faster then expected, causing automatic fail. Any thoughts would be beneficial as I go for my test this coming week. :)
Hi Katherine - Thank you for your query. When waiting to make a left hand turn, it is best to wait with the front steer tires on the front crosswalk line. If the light changes, you need to move forward into the intersection. As you're moving straight and the light turns to yellow, you are ensuring that the oncoming traffic is in fact, coming to a stop. When you're absolutely certain that the oncoming traffic has stop, then turn. Have a look at this video for more information: ua-cam.com/video/si_yqtxAh0g/v-deo.html Also, you have to move forward in the intersection when you see the gap approaching. In other words, meet the gap. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Quite a useful left-hand turn maneuvers video; would strongly recommend to anyone, even the ones who have passed their road-tests... as a refresher course!!
Thank you my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
Omg thank you Soooo much! This is JUST WHAT I NEEDED!
Hi Tiffany Foster - 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
This is exactly how I failed my 2nd road test, a big truck was blocking my view and I thought all the cars had gone until one creeped out from behind it, I have my last test on Wednesday this video definitely helps me understand what I should do in a situation like that. I hope I pass!!
Hi Hannah - glad to help my friend. Good luck on your road test! Be sure to let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest thank you very much! I passed my test! !!! 😁 These videos helped me so much
Really great and helpful channel, extremely detailed explanation, best tutorial seen so far. Definitely recommend, looking forward to more video!
Hi Bill Qi - Thank you for your comment and flattering 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
Hi, Rick! Thanks for teaching us traffic rules so clearly and objectively. They have been very useful when I'm commuting, especially soon when I'll be in Los Angeles.
Hi Marcelo Sánchez - thank you for your comment and praise. I'm happy to hear that the videos and information have proven useful and helped you out. All the best driving in Los Angeles and metropolitan areas can be challenging to say the least. If there's anything specific we can do, drop us a note. All the best, Cheers Rick
I’m very grateful to you for helping me!
Every time i watch u videos i lear something thanks Riky.
Hi Junior Dominguez - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. We're happy to hear that we're helping you learn to drive. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thank you so much Rick!!! I am going for my road test tomorrow and I wasn’t exactly clear about the rules of left had turns. You video was very helpful to me because it did clarify a lot of misunderstandings I had in regards to left hand turns rules.
I’m not sure how to maneuver the little zigzag but I’m going early to practice it and hopefully it’ll help! Great video again!! Thank you so much!
Hi Rising Vibes - 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!
PS - see this post BEFORE you head to the test centre: www.smartdrivetest.com/pass-drivers-test/pre-trip-inspection
@@smartdrivetest thank you so much! I’ll be sure to inform you when I get my result!
Thank you soo much for making these smart drive test videos. I especially like watching the video parts where it is difficult to see hidden cars approaching because a large vehicle covers the view. I find it most challenging to make a left turn when there is a large vehicle covering the cars and making it difficult to see if a car is approaching. Are these videos filmed in Canada? Hopefully, more people come across viewing your videos because I always notice rebellious drivers on the road that do not follow the road rules! I ldrive in city traffic and it can be wild. I always have struggles with making t intersection left and right turns when there is opposite cross traffic and there are no traffic lights. I usually find it most challenging when there are trees or vehicles blocking the view when both making a left or right turn. I noticed your zig zag approach when making the left turn and I thought I could implement but it could be dangerous if done incorrectly. May you do a video with left and right turns at t intersections or junctions which show blind spots on the left side and right side which include opposite side cross traffic with no lights and advise on techniques to better handle these? Once again thank you soo much for making these videos. If there were more obedient drivers on the road there would be soo much less accidents
Hi Icela Garcia - I could do that for you. Do you have a couple of intersections in mind? If so, could you send those addresses to me and I'll look those up on Google Maps and then I'll have a better idea of what you're asking. Thanks Cheers Rick
Great video. Sound driving technique tips no matter which side of the road you drive on. As an Australian with a bit over 30 years driving on the left side of the road I've used you're excellent clips to get my head around driving on the right (or wrong in my case) side of the road. Coming over shortly and planning a fair road trip so it's going to be interesting. I have a funny feeling the wipers might go on at intersections on the odd occasion! Very good instructional videos, well done.
Hi Brad Pigott - thank you for your comment and compliments. That is exciting indeed that you are coming over for a road trip - just in America, or in Canada too? Here is another video that will help you out: ua-cam.com/video/09SkIpKAfcY/v-deo.html And the other thing that I suggest to overseas travellers is to take some time to do route planning. That way you can put more of your energy into driving the vehicle. I know we all have GPS, but don't rely on it alone - it's better if you have a bit of an idea where you're going. And yes, you're probably going to turn the wipers on a bit!! All the best mate, Cheers Rick
God bless you!
Hi Dubz - Thank you for your comment and flattering 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
Awesome! you let me know why we need to keep the tire straight when waiting for the turning left; this is the best reason I heard.
Absolutely loved this video exactly what I needed👏🏻👌
Hi A Medrano - 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
The best resource for all things regarding left turns on multilane roadways. Thank you so much for the details, organization, and consistency of the content!
Hi @omegab4856 - 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 uploading this video.. Great Indeed
I have my test in 2 days. Thanks Rick for all of your videos I truly appreciate it 🤝
Hi WICKED - You are most welcome my friend and 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
2:00 this is what i came for here. I’m a new driver and just got honked from vehicle behind me because i was letting the truck pull into the intersection first
Hi SG - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment. Have a look at this video too my friend: ua-cam.com/video/HABPPIUhIIE/v-deo.html Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
hey Rick, thank you very much for this channel,after watching your videos helped me pass my driving test.
Hi Thrivanka Charith - 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 passed!!
Hi Leah G - 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. 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 Thank you 🤗 You're amazing !
Awesome instructions thank you very much!!!!
Hi KAROON BOOMIE - you are most welcome my friend. Drop us a note if we can help further my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
There’s so many steps to the turning wow
Left turns at complex intersections - yes, it can get complicated. Drop us a note if we can help further. All the best, Cheers y
Wow...I never thought about practice driving around the licensing center! Great tip!!👱🏼♀️👍🏼✨✨✨
Just wanted to ask when turning left you move the front tyres to the front of the crosswalk, is it the same for Alberta? I was told by a friend that you are supposed to go further up and not block the crosswalk? Just need clarification on this?
Hi Adnan Ahmed Malik - Thank you for your query. You can drive slower, but don't drive too slow my friend or you'll get assigned points. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Hi Rick, my road test is in a few days here in victoria bc and been learning lots thru watching your videos and glad i came upon this one. I took a few lesson from a driving instructor. I asked him if it it is needed to shoulder check when turning left , and he said "its okay to, but not necessary" , my husband told me the same. i am not sure if its just here in Victoria or they are right or just dont know what they are talking about 😅. And they never said anything about switching lane to right after the left turn. 😩.. Anyway thank you for your videos and more power to you!
Hi Jade Paciona - Thank you for your comment. Yes, you MUST shoulder check when moving or turning the vehicle to the left. And you MUST also move over to the right lane right away. The only time you don't move over is when the examiner tells you to turn left in a block or two. Good luck on your road test. We're happy to get you the right information so you can pass your road test first time. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Smart Drive Test , hi Rick, i passed my road test today! The only comment i got from the examiner was i parked kinda close to a fire hydrant. It was so light at the end that me and the examiner were just casually talking.. Your videos really helped me. I can almost hear “ mirror, signal, shoulder check” with your voice in my head😂. Again, thank you!
I have a question Rick. Have u ever gotten stuck in an intersection on a red light your entire history of driving?. Im terrified of the light turning red and not being able to find an opening in time while out past the pedestrian walkway of intersection.
Hi D C - Thank you for your comment and query. I haven't got stuck out in an intersection. I know that it is a very real fear for many drivers, however, know that there's a safety zone in the traffic lights. There's a 2 second delay from when one light goes red until the other goes green, therefore you can clear the intersection before the cross traffic starts. Also, like the pickup truck in the video, you MUST clear the intersection. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
When you turn left and switch to the right lane right away should you do that on a road test as well? or should you wait for the examiner to inform you to switch lanes?
Hi gurveer gill - Thank you for your question. You do it automatically. The examiner is not going to tell you to do that. The only time you don't is if the examiner indicates that you're going to turn left in the next block or two. Otherwise move back over to the right lane "right away" - see what I did there with the funny! ;o) If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
when do you accelerate on these turns? my parents say i'm too slow when i do these turns.
Hi Armand Yabut - thank you for your comment and query. Have a look at this playlist for more information on turning: ua-cam.com/play/PL0x-bChcUvwEee3P4OrnVJjnx5IKwGsqT.html For right turns you should be 10-15kph (8-12mph) and for left turns you will be 20-30kph (15-25mph) depending on the corner. So, prior to the turn you want to slow to that speed, release the brake prior to the turn, turn the steering wheel, and at about the mid-point you want to begin to accelerate out of the turn. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thank you for this video, it helped me tremendously! I now understand how to do left-hand turns!
That jig-jog you do, what if the car in front of you is turning left but the car right behind it is going straight - would you not be facing oncoming traffic? Or do you only do this when the opposite lane is a dedicated left turn?
Hi Bobo411 - Thank you for your comment. Yes, in most cases the only time you're going to do the jig-jog is when there is a left-turning lane across from you and there is traffic preventing you from seeing the oncoming traffic. There may be other times at conventional intersections, but those are rare. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thank you! I'm gonna have to practice this a bit.
Hi Rick, your videos are very helpful. I failed twice in the road test because of only one reason that is I didn't go to proper lane while turning left at the intersection. I am from Saskatoon. It was heavily snowing on both days when I took the road test. So there were no lane markings visible on both days because of the snow. There are complex intersections at the Saskatoon downtown. I request you to post a video to identify the proper lane while turning left at the intersection with snow where the lane markings are not visible asap. I really appreciate your help. Thanks.
Hi ashsmit3 - Thank you for your comment and query. Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. This video should help out: ua-cam.com/video/BPpRKeheX00/v-deo.html&index=9&list=PL0x-bChcUvwGXH4VbLmO0gJJpeIqLrs2T If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
I'm afraid off speeding up so ultimately i drop speed while changing lane 😒
Hi pious fairy - Thank you for your comment. Have a look at this video my friend: ua-cam.com/video/xLQ8lkwvR5E/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 am a huge fan of Smart Drive Test and I am grateful to Rick for all the amazing videos.
I have my road test in a few weeks. There are a few complex intersections around my test area.
I am concerned that when I approach one of those intersections, when the light is green, I drive slowly over the cross-walk and show that I own the intersection, but then the light changes to yellow, and due to the traffic flow I am unable to make the turn and the light changes to red.
I am now on the cross-walk and not made the turn, will this be considered a fail?
What should i do in such a situation?
Hi bharath ramu - Thank you for your comment and query. When you sense that the light is going to change, you move straight forward into the intersection to meet the gap. But be absolutely sure that the oncoming traffic is going to stop before making the turn: ua-cam.com/video/si_yqtxAh0g/v-deo.html See this video: If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
@@smartdrivetest Rick - I passed my Road Test today. I want to take this moment to really appreciate you for all the help you've given to driving aspirants like us. I will recommend your channel to all my friends who are in need of getting a license. Thank you so much. You are the best!
Hi bharath ramu - thank you for your incredible post! 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 I passed my test in the US, and I am sure I will plan some road trips! Thanks again Rick!
I have some questions regarding the left turns at intersections.
When the light goes green, I enter the intersection, and stop with the steer wheels at the front crosswalk to 'own' the intersection, then wait for a gap in the the approaching traffic ??
If there is no gap, and the light changes to yellow, do I need to clear the intersection immediately ?? or as soon as there is a gap in the approaching traffic?? What happens when the light turns to red ?? Do I get a ticket for going on a red??
Hi arbjful - Thank you for your comment and query. This video will answer your question: ua-cam.com/video/si_yqtxAh0g/v-deo.html&list=PL0x-bChcUvwEee3P4OrnVJjnx5IKwGsqT&index=16 If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thanks Rick, that was very helpful
You are most welcome my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thanks very, much I passed my road test G2 today because of you I watched your video all the time thanks as much have nice day.
Can someone please help: at 7:33 there was still a green light and a vehicle in front of ours waiting to turn left. Should not it ideally have moved forward a bit and finish the left turn when the light turned yellow? Was it the right thing that it was waiting for the new green light?
Only if they were in the intersection.
@@Bendigo1 was not it an intersection?
@@decadence8473 Oooooohhhhh sorry, I thought you were using that as an example of what happened to you and was asking what should have been done.
In that clip in the video, the pickup in front was behind another vehicle already in the intersection. If the pickup had moved forward, it would have been in the intersection while our light was red, they actually did what should be done. Do not pull into the intersection until traffic in front is clear. You do not want to get stuck behind someone that waits too long and block the other direction when they have green.
It is my personal opinion that anyone should wait in the intersection for a break in traffic to turn. I have seen too many drivers run red lights and hit the driver that is waiting in the intersection. I tend to stay behind the stop line until it is clear to turn.
I was so freaking nervous for nothing my instructor only took me on the road for 5 minutes lol
Hi Luis Hernandez - Thank you for your comment. Yes, often we are super nervous about the test or event, and in the end it turns out to NOT be the drama we imagined. You did awesome my friend. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
A great resource. Today's my G road test. I will put all your tips to use especially this left turns.
Hi Isaac Oladapo Oluwaseyi - 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 There was service disruption due to bad weather. I guess more time to practice
Hi Isaac Oladapo Oluwaseyi - Thank you for your reply. Well...that's a super bummer!! You've got a great attitude my friend. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick
New word of the day "space cushion"....
Hi Mark Smith - Thank you for your comment. It's a great term! Another term is "living room," which more or less means the same. All the best, Cheers Rick
Thanks for the video. I have a road test in three days and it really got my questions answered!
Hi Julienne Niyikora - Happy to hear that we could answer your question. 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 sure will! Am watching many of your videos coz I have been driving in my home country and found that here in Canada (am in Ontario) things are waaaay different:)
Where did you immigrate from my friend? Cheers Rick
From Rwanda
That is a very long way to come my friend. How are you finding your new home? All the very best, Cheers Rick
Really enjoyed this video. I guesss it's been so many years but I fail to remember how close/far you are to the pedestrian crosswalk. There's the white stop line and the pedestrian crosswalk lines i try to keep the white stop line just visible so I'm further back than probably necessary but it gives me optimal view of any bike riders and pedestrians who are about to rush across to beat the light. You can't imagine how many times I have seen the front of cars almost right on top of the pedestrian crosswalk... or over for that matter. The jig jog is a good technique i will try to remember to employ as well as the front tire on the of the furthest line of the pedestrian crosswalk (when turning of course) Thanks for the great video!
I am glad that I have found this video before my road test, I realized a lot of useful information while driving, Great videos!! very informative!!
Hi Nithiyalakshmi kamalakannan - 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