thank you for these videos, i passed my test today and this was one thing i was worried about. thank you so much

@smartdrivetest

2 жыл бұрын

Hi just Nudgeo - that is *_TERRIFIC_* news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate? See this vid too my friend: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZGWcpKxtada-XdY.html

I passed my test today. I won’t say how old I am lmao but I did it. All because of dang anxiety my goodness and past issues. But thank you for your videos. Honestly I’ve been driving for years and years even the instructor said she can tell but anxiety is a b*tch! I started watching these videos but they are helpful!!!! Thanks.

@smartdrivetest

2 ай бұрын

CONGRATULATIONS!! That is awesome news my friend. Yes, getting out of our own way can be tough. But you did it my friend. All the very best, Cheers Rick

Hello Rick, I just got home from my test and I passed second time around. Thanks to this video I was able to apply what I learned during this portion of the test and be successful at it

@smartdrivetest

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Sunny Martin - that is a awesome news. Thank you for letting us know. And you are most welcome. I'm sure you are planning a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & tenacity. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. Enjoy your newly earned freedom there in California - you are in CA? All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎

I passed my exam today in California. You are an excellent instructor Rick. I was most concerned about two specific things: reversing along a curb and shoulder checking(I usually forget to do it). I watched your videos on reversing and shoulder checking and felt so confident during the test. I was remembering all the time what you always repeat: “mirror, signal, shoulder check”. I got a perfect score on reversing and shoulder checking which were my weaknesses.😊 Everybody should watch your videos. I will always recommend them. You are the best instructor in KZread.👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 God bless you. Thanks for everything you do to educate us all. You definitely save many lives every day through your educational videos.🙏🏼 Thank you Rick.🙏🏼

@smartdrivetest

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for your very kind words my friend. So happy to hear that we could help out. You put in the practice, recognized your areas that needed improvement, and worked smarter. That's simply awesome news my friend. What did you do to celebrate there in the Golden State? All the very best, Cheers Rick

@oceanrocks

9 ай бұрын

California doesn’t test on parallel parking?

@smartdrivetest

9 ай бұрын

@oceanrocks - you are correct. What you have to do is actually tougher. Backing along a curb for 50’ feet. Be sure to practice. Cheers Rick

I'm really grateful that I found your channel and you've helped me drive the smart way.. And thanks God.. I passed my driving test today from the first attempt.... Big respect to the effort and the work you put on this channel to help others. Thanks a lot and have a nice day.

@smartdrivetest

7 жыл бұрын

Hi Mohammed Alhamdi - that is a awesome news. Thank you for letting us know, and congratulations on passing on the first attempt. And you are most welcome my friend. I'm sure you had a big celebration, and it is well deserved. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best with your newly earned freedom. All the best, Cheers Rick

@fleurlavigne1054

2 жыл бұрын

Mine is tomorrow and I am so so nervous 😫

I have my driving test in a little over an hour I have at least 100 hours of driving practice in and I know how to back out of driveways, which usually requires a 2 or 3 point turn depending on how many cars are parked in the street but no one ever taught me how to straight line back on it’s own. But after seeing this video I’m confident I can do it. I’ve been doing this for a while whenever I hit dead ends and had no idea! Thanks!

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Brie - you're going to do awesome on your test. Remember to breathe, that will cause your body to relax. Drop back and let us know how it goes. Good luck. All the very best, Cheers Rick

Wouldn't it be easier to initially pull into the curb and straighten out, so that when you do start reversing you shouldn't have to move the steering wheel at all?

That was a great tutorial for reversing a car... Thanks a ton for the valuable tips and tricks!!.. And that last part of the video with your kid was fun to hear...

@smartdrivetest

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Shyam A - Thank you for your comment. And you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. Yes, being a single Dad has it challenges when shooting video - good fun! If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick

I find this very informative when it comes to backing out our vehicles. I will definitely take heed of this when I take my first driving test. Thank you so much for this excellent video! :D

@smartdrivetest

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Silverreploid CLE - 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

Hey Rick thanks for your lesson help me alot when I was learning now am driving my own car but having problem reversing into a spot. Keep up the good job Rick

@smartdrivetest

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Winsome Jones - 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

I really enjoy your Vids Rick. It helps me learn to get idees. I have been driving my car over a year without a licence and permit expired a few times. I have had licenced drivers with me but they did not know new road rules. Just rescently I had taken a behind the wheel test ..I had failed the 100 ft back up a few times....was docked 4 points due to drifting out of the street or going over the curb. I failed on my fifth point when I didnt look over my shoulder. I cried and lost confidence. I had to retake the test again. This time failed and was docked all 5 points for the 100ft back up Which I passed on the last test. I cant understand for the life of me why California law requires this maneuver since drivers do not always use it on roadways. And I sure dont live in a residentual zone where there is a concrete curb, just a country gravel road. I drive very well and practice the 100ft back up when I can find a good location. One day I tried it in my jobs parking lot. Boy, did that go wrong! I backed up, about 50ft. I slightly hit a island in the driveway. Dont doubt that Its either my alignment to my car is off, or I just cant seem to get the back up correctly do to turning the steering wheel without knowing it. Such an easy thing to do, and I cant seem to reverse straight. Its highly frusterating!. But im also trying to catch on to my mistake and pin point what im doing wrong. I do have to say, here in California, instructors are strict but not all of them all alike. Not sure if its required to turn your flashers on while backing, or taking your seat belt off. But instructors do not explain them during the test. Just those little rookie mistakes I keep making cost me to have to repay fees for a whole new permit. I wonder if anyone besides me have these similar issues because I need some input and need to build confidence. Thanks-

@smartdrivetest

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Tonya Hall - Thank you for your comment and story. I would suggest that rather than focusing on this manoeuvre and the problems that you're having here, do the exercises in this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ln6kr62kp6jOqKw.html You need to learn where your vehicle is in space and place because I believe that is the problem you're having when backing up along the curb. And the reason you have to do this manoeuvre is to demonstrate to the examiner that you have due care and control of the vehicle in changing traffic conditions. DO put your 4-way flashers on; DON'T take your seatbelt off. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick

I have a road test in a week , my driving instructor says I need more practice. I feel confident though . Still practicing as much as I can.

Great video, I have my driving test tomorrow and have been concerned about the backing portion. You eased my concerns.

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Not in the Cia - 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 PS - see this post BEFORE you head to the test centre: www.smartdrivetest.com/pass-drivers-test/pre-trip-inspection

Thank you much! Thanks for uploading many videos here how to pass the driving test. I just passed this morning here in South Carolina.

@smartdrivetest

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Vauknyt - that is *_SUPER DUPER GREAT_* news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where did you go for your first solo trip to celebrate in South Carolina? See this vid too my friend: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZGWcpKxtada-XdY.html

@vauknyt4769

2 жыл бұрын

@@smartdrivetest thanks a lot Sir Rick, I shared your videos to all my Filipino friends like me who are here in the US already and in still in the Phillumenists waiting for their visas. Again thank you. God bless

@vauknyt4769

2 жыл бұрын

@@smartdrivetest passed first time.. thank you

Thanks for the great video! I'm having my test next week and i just learned i have to use hazard light when reversing straight.😊 thank you

Thanks Rick for such an informational video, I m going to take the test next week, I feel confident after watching your video for reversing and reverse parking. Hopefully I don't make stupid mistakes which I do during practice

@smartdrivetest

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Nermeen Nasim - Thank you for your comment. You're going to do awesome. Focus on the parts of driving that you do well. And if you make a mistake, keep going. If you make a minor mistake, the examiner may not even notice. so don't get flustered by it. 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. Have a look at these videos: kzread.info/head/PL0x-bChcUvwHfySp3YoW1B2TqFxh67R6v and this one if you haven't already: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qYSJssWigLOaZsY.html All the best, Cheers Rick

@nnasim5089

6 жыл бұрын

I dint commit mistake on manuevers you pointed in video, especially back up Along the curb. But other looking up on shoulders in turns, and intersections was mistake and he failed me

I was never taught or told that I need to put flashers on while reversing for the test. I go for my test in a month so this was helpful thank you!

@smartdrivetest

2 жыл бұрын

Hi a - you are most welcome my friend. Drop us a note if we can help further my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick

i didn't know you had to signal to back up and that cost me my license on the first try. but this video is so helpful so thanks

@smartdrivetest

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Yessica Corona - 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

@inezearle3380

4 жыл бұрын

@@smartdrivetest 7yyyy

@daisuckkiddie

3 жыл бұрын

Are you sure you failed because you didn’t turn on the hazard lights when backing? I’ve read some people say no and some people say yes. My driving instructor didn’t tell me to press bazaars lights to back up too. I’m so confused right now

@spazzzlater2129

3 жыл бұрын

I have my test tomorrow can someone confirm if you have to turn on your emergency lights to back up ????

@daisuckkiddie

3 жыл бұрын

@@spazzzlater2129 No I didn’t do it and it was fine!

You are heaven sent! I've been trying to figure out how I'd do this for my driving test and this video helps so much. Thank you!

@smartdrivetest

7 жыл бұрын

Hi Jelly17 - 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

I have a Playlist dedicated to your videos, have made my anxiety pretty much go away.

@smartdrivetest

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for being a Smart Drive Test Ambassador! We’re so happy to hear we could help out with the relaxation. All the very best, Cheers Rick

I retake my test on the 8th of October! Backing out of an alleyway cost me my license. This really helped me! Edit: I passed!!

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ayla Madison - 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 Have a look at this vid for reversing too: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oah2q9OOY6nYcbw.html

@talita52

3 жыл бұрын

I just took my test today. I lost because I don’t see this video before! 🤨

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Talita - 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

@alexgriggs7260

3 жыл бұрын

I've got it the same day, today, good luck

@aylamadison3084

3 жыл бұрын

Alex Griggs good luck to you too!! We’re gunna do great

I passed my road test today. I watched your video on how to back up and i did it right. Thank you.

@smartdrivetest

Ай бұрын

Great job! That is awesome news my friend. CONGRATULATIONS! Where did you go for your first solo drive? See this video too: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZGWcpKxtada-XdY.html Drop us a note if you have questions, or we can help further. All the very best, Cheers Rick

my drive test is tomorrow.. i am watching your all videos as much as i can .. thanks 🙏 rick for your informative driving tips .. will keep updating my test results

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

Hi sujata. uprety - 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

@tayja3521

3 жыл бұрын

Did u pass

@sujata.uprety2460

3 жыл бұрын

@@tayja3521 yes i passed 3 weeks back with 95% scores.

@sujata.uprety2460

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot rick for all your driving tips.. i passed the test… you helped me a lot.. your all valuable information is great 👍

I watched this vidio and passed my road test today thanks to you sir!!!

@smartdrivetest

6 жыл бұрын

Hi ልጄ ውስጤ ናት - Apologies for the late response. That is a awesome news. Thank you for letting us know. I'm sure you had a big celebration, and it is well deserved. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. Enjoy your newly earned freedom. Where are you that you had to do this manoeuvre for the road test? All the best, Cheers Rick

Before I watched this video I was struggling so baldy for this part of the test but I practiced using your tips and I passed the first try 🥳

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Victoria Reyes - that is *_AWESOMELY 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 to celebrate? See this vid too my friend: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZGWcpKxtada-XdY.html

I have my road test tomorrow and have stressed about this section of the test. When you pull up to the curb you do not have to be in the cement area?

@smartdrivetest

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Sunny Martin - thank you for your comment. You're going to do awesome. No, you don't have to be in the concrete area - that's too close to the curb and you won't have any wiggle room. 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

This was helpful having more understanding with the reverse part!

I failed my first road test because of getting away from the curb while I was backing up. Also got points for not checking my blindspots enough and not making a full stop after I crept forward.

@smartdrivetest

6 жыл бұрын

Hi trippy queen - Apologies for the late response. Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. How the training for another attempt going? 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 for the Information. I have my driving test today this helps so much.

@smartdrivetest

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Midnight Blue - Thank you for your comment. How did the road test go today my friend? All the best, Cheers Rick

@midnightblue1560

4 жыл бұрын

@@smartdrivetest I passed my driving test

@smartdrivetest

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Midnight Blue - that is INCREDIBLE news! Would you stop over at Smart Drive Test, register your success and enter the draw for the $100 Fuel Card - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation Thank you for letting us know, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are still having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. . All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in the world did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?

Helpful video thanks.

Thanks for them tips they were really helpful I passed it on my 1st try 👍🏽

@smartdrivetest

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Omar Diaz - that is awesome news. Thanks so much for letting us know. I’m sure you had a huge celebration and & it is well deserved owing to your study & practice. If there’s anything further we can do drop us a note. Enjoy your newly earned freedom. All the best, Cheers Rick PS - where in the world did you pass your test, and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?

I watched your videos before my test and I passed. Thank you.

@smartdrivetest

2 жыл бұрын

Hi africanbeautifulgirl - that is *_BRILLIANTLY PEACHY_* 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: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZGWcpKxtada-XdY.html

Have to say that I feel comfortable backing up in my 20 year old sedan over anything that is on the market today and the reasons are: chunky C pillars, tiny rear window, and huge headrests make for a very challenging task.

@smartdrivetest

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Dominic Fong - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment. And you are correct my friend. The vantage points in the newer vehicles are just not the same as the old vehicles. Be sure to look out the back window when reversing. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick

@dominicfong6341

5 жыл бұрын

Dear@@smartdrivetest : thank you very much for your kind response Rick. Maybe helpful to other viewers that the inside rear view mirror also presents a hazard, it hangs so low that in my current car(2014 Toyota Yaris) is able to hide an ENTIRE transit bus on the right in a four way stop! Furthermore the driver seat headrest even at its lowest setting makes turning the upper torso for reverse maneuver pointless as it blocks the whole view and I am only 5"7. Do find a fresnel lens(size of a letter size paper) very helpful for the rear window. Also have those stick-on convex mirror on both external rear view mirrors too.

@smartdrivetest

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Dominic Fong - Thank you for your reply. I'm going to find a Toyota Yaris and check out the lines of sight. That sounds challenging indeed. And good suggestion for the fresnel. And yes, convex mirror are helpful, but these do not eliminate the need to shoulder check - continue to do that my friend. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick

@dominicfong6341

5 жыл бұрын

@@smartdrivetest Good morning sir, many thanks for writing. Yes I always shoulder check regardless, especially we have many bike lanes everywhere in Vancouver BC Canada.

@smartdrivetest

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Dominic Fong - Thank you for your comment. And we're happy to hear that you are shoulder checking. It is one of the few techniques that I advocate drivers maintain to stay safe on the roads. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick

My examiner never told me when to stop so I just kept backing up till I was like close to a trash bin. So yeah I failed my test.

@reginaginera8339

Жыл бұрын

You should’ve reported them

@wakmanazimi

5 ай бұрын

@@reginaginera8339 where do you report them?

@ytruby258

Күн бұрын

@@Foxlover47 same 😅 it’s like he knew i was going to hit the damn curb eventually

My test is on 4/19 .Your videos are the best

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Kanishtha Thapa - 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

@Kani290

3 жыл бұрын

@@smartdrivetest I didn't pass this time . Examiner said I was fast in the school zone . I thought when ni children 30 is acceptable . Your backing video helped a lot , rest scores sheet had only 5 errors

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Kanishtha Thapa - Thank you for your for letting us know. Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. We're confident that you'll get your license on the next attempt. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick PS - see this vid: kzread.info/dash/bejne/pYuGtbB7YczPpbQ.html PPS - you'll most likely have a different examiner on the next attempt.

So just to be clear, you CAN look in your side mirror? The DMV handbook for Cali specifically says to do it looking through the back window and I find it almost impossible to stay straight

When backing up you turn the wheel to right to move to right and left to move to left then when putting it in drive you turn the wheel back around

@smartdrivetest

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Draco Jensei - Thank you for your comment and query. That is correct. I might suggest the exercises in this video to improve your handling of the vehicle's primary controls: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ln6kr62kp6jOqKw.html&list=PL0x-bChcUvwENfxb3Gsaj4ZNLWleZCNzG&index=4 If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick

what i like about you i it helps so much more becuase of the way you describe everything the ay you describe how to do everything helps me understand ho to do it correctly better im taking my road test for a second time and watching your video i think i will pass

@smartdrivetest

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Kayla Hess - Thank you for your comment and kind words. And you are most welcome.We're happy to hear the information is building your confidence and preparing you to be successful on your road test. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick

This video was a big help

Happy Canada Day Rick !

@smartdrivetest

7 жыл бұрын

Hi Ken - thanks mate! Same to you if you're in Canada too. All the best to you and your family. Cheers Rick

when reversing at a curb, can the right wheel off the cement by the curb

This is a great driving lesson on reversing and it helped me a lot. However, I was wondering where I can find that fire hip hop instrumental starting at 5:37? I can't stop listening to it.

@smartdrivetest

4 жыл бұрын

Mean Streetz - I downloaded it from the YT audio library- have an awesome day! Cheers Rick

This video was great thank you

@smartdrivetest

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Cameron Corpus - 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

i thought you have to pull up in the cement part of the curb and the point of when you’re backing up is for those two tires to not touch the pavement

Love your videos

@smartdrivetest

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Nishka Victor - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment and compliment. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick

Very helpful information

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Wyndell Wilson - you are most welcome my friend. Have a look at this vid too: kzread.info/dash/bejne/dHl-p6ZmY7bdqto.html Drop us a note if we can help further my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick

Thank you. I still Struggle with backing up in a straight line.👍💕🙏

@smartdrivetest

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Amina Diallo, Mbacke - you are most welcome my friend. If we can help further, drop us a note. All the best, Cheers Rick

question if you mistake you go up the exit ramp how you get out of it? i say turn around . can,t it to narrow. i would of. but we managed to get to end get back go correct way.. so being this was never discussed ever. how you handle it? Before I make a mistake. I not drive yet . just try to understand.

I failed my driving test today ,my backing up reverse is failed Dec10,2019 I didn't know that I'll do that backing up reverse,but next time for sure i past the test..

@ChriS-ff8zl

4 жыл бұрын

Did you passed

Hi Rick I have one question do we need to walk around before straight backing up for class 4 road test in canada?

@smartdrivetest

5 жыл бұрын

Hi kulvir27 - Thank you for your comment and query. And yes, you must do a walk around before straight line backing in any commercial vehicle. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick

It is possible to back drive with one hand on the wheel during exam?

One time my examiner told me to back up in the alley when it was covered with snow. The alley was filled with garbage and a trailer.....needless to say I failed that exam lol

@smartdrivetest

7 жыл бұрын

Hi rinwhr - thank you for your comment and great information. That unfortunately sound like you may have been set up for the impossible task. Funny now, but I'm sure it was nerve racking at the time. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick

@HotPepperLala

7 жыл бұрын

Yeah i wanted to literally punch that examiner in the face that time... My instructor was pretty shocked I was asked to do something like that on the exam.

My exam will be tom. Sir is it okay to adjust the passenger mirror during backing up exam coz i can nit see the curb. I am 4'9. Thanks much

are you allowed to look in the passenger mirror during the process? Ive heard conflicting information on it in california

@smartdrivetest

5 жыл бұрын

Hi hydrofusion - Thank you for your comment and query. You can glance in the mirror, but I wouldn't use the mirrors exclusively. Be sure that you're looking out the rear window for the bulk of the manoeuvre. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick

@hydrofusion120

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the reply Rick! Greatly appreciate it.

@smartdrivetest

5 жыл бұрын

Hi hydrofusion - you are most welcome my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick

@lunettemartin3823

5 жыл бұрын

@@smartdrivetest you're soo helpful. I pass my road test

@smartdrivetest

5 жыл бұрын

Hi lunette martin - sincere apologies for the late response. That is a awesome news. Thank you for letting us know, and we're so happy we could help. Would you stop over at the Smart Drive Test and register your success with our 100K campaign - www.smartdrivetest.com/contact/donation I'm sure you had 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 CA did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?

I took my class 7 today, my wheel unfortunately went onto the dropped curb while I was reversing which resulted to an automatic fail 😭 other than that I did everything else well. The next road test available is not till March!

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

Hi chedunn - Thank you for your for letting us know. Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. We're confident that you'll get your license on the next attempt. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick That is really terrible about the re-test date!

I found this video super helpful! Thank you so much, I wish I had seen this video before, today I took my driving test and I failed just because I didn’t put the blinkers on. I didn’t have an idea of that. So I have next week another appointment. My question is... Do I have to put left or right blinker on while backing up? My test was in a narrow street. Thank you in advance!!!✨✨✨

@onhwalee9324

3 жыл бұрын

which signal would i need to turn on when im backing up in a striaght line?

Thank u I passed my road test today

Excelllent tips

@smartdrivetest

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Fareeq Abel Hammed - 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

Can I take one hand off the wheel like you did? I'm pretty short and cant see clearly without putting my arm back and supported against the passenger seat. I'm not sure if I have to have both hands on the wheel while backing up like this.

@smartdrivetest

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Sophia June - Thank you for your question. Yes you can my friend. This video will help too: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oah2q9OOY6nYcbw.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick

i thoght u were going to say fot hitting thing.anyway u videos are very helpful thanks alot.

@smartdrivetest

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Junior Dominguez - 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

just realized I never practiced this, and my test is tomorrow. I guess I know what I'm doing in the morning. Thanks for the tips!

@smartdrivetest

4 жыл бұрын

Hi McKinley Harrop - 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

@jzahrannn3340

4 жыл бұрын

Me too! I have no clue how to do this and my test is todayyyy 😭

@smartdrivetest

4 жыл бұрын

Hi J Zahrannn -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

@mckinleyharrop2127

4 жыл бұрын

@@smartdrivetest I failed. Didn't check enough during my parking maneuvers. probably won't be able to retake it for at least 3-4 months.

@smartdrivetest

4 жыл бұрын

Hi McKinley Harrop - Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. We're confident that you'll get your license on the next attempt. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick PS - can you go to another DMV in a different city to get an appointment?

So question here are the harzard lights optional for the test or mandatory? Thank you for your response and time

@smartdrivetest

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Doble E - Thank you for your comment and query. For this manoeuvre on a roadway where there is other traffic I highly recommend 4-way flasher to alert other traffic to your presence. It keeps you, the examiner and other road users safe. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick

Hello Rick, I have my road test in the 30th of this month and I am still having trouble staying straight with the straight line backing. Now the car I'm using to take my road test is a car from my driving instructor which is a Scion XB. I'm having trouble looking for a reference point out of the back window to stay straight because according to my instructor I am not allowed to look out of my side mirrors and have to keep focus on the rear window when slowly backing. If you could please help me out with finding a good reference point in the back window other than the windshield wiper which in this case can not help me I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you and have a wonderful day!!

@smartdrivetest

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Kyle Simpkins - Thank you for your comment and query. And I'm guessing that you don't have access to this vehicle other than driving lessons for which you have to pay for? And I'm not on board with your driving instructor about you not being about to look out the side or front of the vehicle to ensure that the vehicle is straight. I want smart drivers to use every tool at his/her disposal to back up safely. In the interim, I would suggest that you get hold of any car you can and practice the skills in this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/a4KGxK-Ng7ecXZs.html&list=PL0x-bChcUvwGh-9zLO-49N78NkeCYIDgv If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick

@kylesimpkins5999

6 жыл бұрын

Smart Drive Test Rick, just an update. I am an official licensed driver in the state of MA!! On my first attempt! I thank you for the support through your channel and prompt feedback and I also thank my driving school team to help me set these actions you have taught me into motion and have made me a better driver!! Thanks again and I will be recommending your channel in the future to anyone who is nervous about getting behind the wheel and who would like some in depth insight on how to operate a motor vehicle on the road.

Is this “backing “ part of the exam? I don’t understand much English sorry but im taking my test tomorrow:)

In MA during the backup you’re not allowed to use the side mirror at all and I’m pretty inconsistent on the backup. I have my test in 2 days and I’m so nervous.

@smartdrivetest

4 жыл бұрын

Hi TheyAllDie - 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 PS - yes, you need to be looking out the back, but you can quickly check the mirrors for reference. Have a look a this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oah2q9OOY6nYcbw.html

@kyra8105

4 жыл бұрын

Smart Drive Test JUST PASSED MY TEST !! Thanks for the advice. The guy didn’t even make me do a parallel park(which was easy for me anyway). Just the backup, 3 point turn, and turns. It took less than 10 minutes 😁

@smartdrivetest

4 жыл бұрын

Hi TheyAllDie - 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, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study, practice, and performance. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - where in MA did you pass your test and are you planning any road trips to celebrate?

So im taking the test tomorrow at 2:50, pm, and was wondering during the backing up section of the test, do you signal to the left or the right. It will make sense to signal to the right, right?

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Kumi Chan - If you're backing up along a curb on a roadway, I recommend that you activate your 4-way flashers. You'll of course signal to the right when you pull over to the curb. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick

Hi my road text comming up soon in Massachusetts when I pull over to the right with my indicator on shoul I keep my right indicator on when reversing backwards?

@smartdrivetest

4 жыл бұрын

I don't know the specific - a driving instructor would be able to give you more reliable information. However, I would counsel you to activate your 4-way flashers. All the best, Cheers Rick

Hey Rick, I just had a question about traffic lights that i was confused about. I saw traffic lights go from flashing yellow to flashing red(where cars couldn’t go yet) and then changed to solid green. Could you explain to me what it means? Thanks!

@smartdrivetest

7 жыл бұрын

Hi Andrew - could you send me the location of the intersection? Otherwise, I suspect that the light may not be functioning or it is some sort of pedestrian activated traffic light. All the best, Cheers Rick

About how fast is the car moving when you reverse along a curb? 3-5 MPH?

Hey, great video! I just had my last lesson with my driving instructor and she told me during the backing up part I need to be looking at both the back windshield and my left review mirror during the test. This is in California btw. Is this allowed?

@smartdrivetest

18 күн бұрын

Yes it it my friend. See this updated video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/c4BnzcGEdsSulqQ.html Also, every vehicle length or so, look forward to determine if the vehicle is straight. All the best, Cheers Rick

Can you glance at the side view mirrors while car is slowly reversing?

I'm really confused as if I can check side mirror when backing up for road test or not. I'm in Massachusetts..

@smartdrivetest

6 жыл бұрын

Hi KZread Channel - Thank you for your comment and query. Yes, you can check your mirrors, but don't only use your mirrors. Ensure that you're doing a 360° scan, and ensure that you're looking out the back window - see this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZnmCy7Kyia7Ie7Q.html Ensure that you leave your seatbelt on for the duration of the road test. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick

@brettcarlow5779

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking I’m in mass and I got myn tomorrow

My test is tomorrow, I’m so nervous. When backing do I have to put my both hands on the staring wheel?

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Rojina Khadka - 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 See this vid for reversing: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oah2q9OOY6nYcbw.html PS - see this post BEFORE you head to the test centre: www.smartdrivetest.com/pass-drivers-test/pre-trip-inspection

I have a question.. when backing up straight do you have to have both hands on the steering wheel

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Lydia Elizabeth - simple answer is no. See this vid for more information: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oah2q9OOY6nYcbw.html Drop us a note if we can help further my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick

I’m taking my test in Washington state and know that I’m suppose to use the turn signal when backing up, but is there a reason why you used the left turn signal? Are you suppose to use the right turn signal? Can I use either one when just backing up along the curb in a straight line?

@smartdrivetest

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Rosamund Darby - Thank you for your query. When you move over to the curb you have to signal right. However, when backing I encourage you to activate the 4-way flashers. All the best, Cheers Rick

I have a question so when backing I have to put my emergency blinkers ?

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jacky - If you're backing up on a road where there's traffic, I would counsel you to do that. A local driving instructor would be able to give you more specific information. Drop us a note if we can help further my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick

When reversing along a curb do you have to look back or can you use your mirrors?

@kilerzxxx

3 жыл бұрын

You have to look back

wait so during the test I should put my emergency flashers? because in other videos I see people not doing it and the instructors don’t really care my test is today also so wish me luck also this is for backing up as you were doing

@smartdrivetest

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Miguel - I would suggest 4-way flashers because you're doing something unpredictable. 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

@user-oe7oe2fl8q

4 жыл бұрын

Smart Drive Test thank you I appreciate it I had one more question what do I have to bring to the dmv besides the insurance card? do I bring my permit also and what else?

when backing up, is it required to back up with one hand on the wheel and the other on the seat?

@asyoumovethroughtheworld

4 жыл бұрын

Panda Gang yes

@smdksskakfkdk6776

3 жыл бұрын

@@asyoumovethroughtheworld are we allowed to grip the bottom of the steering wheel?

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

You should have your hand on the top of the steering wheel. See this vid: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oah2q9OOY6nYcbw.html All the best, Cheers Rick

@asyoumovethroughtheworld

3 жыл бұрын

@@smdksskakfkdk6776 top of the wheel or they will disqualify you, and if you don’t keep both hands on the sides on the wheel while driving, some places instantly fail you

So Rick ,I went to test and unfortunately committed too many minor mistakes on Turns, like the examiner said you dint look on your shoulder for right lane change, rolling stop, and wide left turn.

@smartdrivetest

6 жыл бұрын

Hi Nermeen Nasim - 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

Hi Rick I’m from Illinois and will be taking my test soon. I’ve been told to have both of my hands on the wheel at all times so i feel conflicted on what would be best for me to reverse, does that pertain to reversing? Should I always have one hand beside the passenger seat and look behind? Is it wrong to have both hands on the wheel when reversing?

@smartdrivetest

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, reversing is the one time that you can use one hand my friend. See this vid for more information. Good luck on your test. Drop us a note if we can help further. All the best, Cheers Rick

@cheeta123

2 жыл бұрын

@@smartdrivetest would I be marked off If I did it with two hands? I plan to practice more with reverse with one hand though.

@smartdrivetest

2 жыл бұрын

No. It’s just difficult to get turn so you can look out the back window. Cheers Rick

What do you teach if you have individuals that can't reach behind the front passenger seat to look over their right shoulder? They're height is too small to reach.

Hello, I’m in South Carolina and on the back up the always make me drive off the road and back up onto the road into a straight line

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ty - have you taken your driver's test yet? Thanks, Cheers Rick

@tyny7230

3 жыл бұрын

Smart Drive Test I take it tomorrow

@tyny7230

3 жыл бұрын

Update: I passed my test ☺️☺️

Do you have to put one hand behind the other seat or keep both hands on the steering wheel can someone respond to me asap please I have my test in two days

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

Hi XxRaindrxpzXx - 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 No, you can put one hand on the steering wheel and the other on the back of the passenger seat. See this vid for reversing: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oah2q9OOY6nYcbw.html PS - see this post BEFORE you head to the test centre: www.smartdrivetest.com/pass-drivers-test/pre-trip-inspection

I failed the first time because of this. I passed everything else I’m gonna retest Friday. This was the hardest part.

@smartdrivetest

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Kari Olea - Thank you for your for letting us know. Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. We're confident that you'll get your license on the next attempt. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick PS - see this vid: kzread.info/dash/bejne/pYuGtbB7YczPpbQ.html PPS - you'll most likely have a different examiner on the next attempt.

Hi Rick, when backing up, why shall we turn on the right turn signal light? many thanks:)

@smartdrivetest

7 жыл бұрын

Hi 徐峰 - Apologies for the late response. Thank you for your comment. It's not the signal, but rather the 4-way flashers; an it is to indicate to other traffic that you are reversing and get other driver's attention. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick

@user-nn1jv1xd5m

7 жыл бұрын

Hi Rick, thanks so much for answering my questions:) Btw, may I ask when I back up the car and turn on the right turn signal, would the car automatically starts the 4-way flashers? No further operation is needed? Sorry to ask so many bother questions, have a good night:)

I just get caught up in the literacy on what the book is saying I’m so dependent on looking into my right side mirror. I mean it would make sense to look back and look at side mirrors while reversing …and I shouldn’t get marked for it ? 🤦🏻‍♀️🤔 “look through the back windshield instead of relying on the rearview and/or side mirrors, or camera, which may not show all hazards. This will help you back up in a straight line.”

It helps if you angle down your side view mirror to get a better view of the curb 😉

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

You can’t do that on a test my friend. You’ll annoy the driving examiner. Drop us a note if we can help further. Cheers Rick

@geniuspharmacist

3 жыл бұрын

@@smartdrivetest I'm not sure about the new tests. I've been a driver for many years. Experienced drivers should be able to drive backward through a tight drive-thru lane. Years ago, on the test day I probably started with the side mirror slightly angled 😂 (like halfway). The other trick is to start by lining up to an already parked car and try to maintain your alignment 😉

Do I need to stop and do a 360 check roughly every car length? I'm taking the road test in BC

@smartdrivetest

4 жыл бұрын

Hi benjamin54 - Thank you for your question. As a rule, this is not a requirement for a road test in BC. However, it is excellent practice to prepare for the road test. And yes - 360° scan for every vehicle length. Have a look at this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oah2q9OOY6nYcbw.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick

@benjamin54

4 жыл бұрын

I passed my class 4 today. Thanks for your videos they really helped. Just wanted to point out that I followed your instructions when parking downhill with a curb (the slight swing to the left before cranking the wheels to the right) and he gave me a deduction for the swing left. He said I should have just turned the wheels to the right to secure it. Oh well I passed. Thanks again

@smartdrivetest

4 жыл бұрын

Hi benjamin54 - 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, and you are most welcome. We're happy to hear we could help out. I'm sure you are having a huge celebration, and it is well deserved owing to your study & practice.All the best, Cheers Rick 🏎 PS - do you have any jobs line up yet? PPS - yes, every examiners going to have his/her opinions about things. That little jog to the left is to swing the back end of the vehicle in. As you said - you passed!

Are u supposed to use the passenger side mirror bc my instructor said I’m not allowed to?

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Aarav - you can look at it as a reference my friend. But you can't use it as your main line of sight. See this vid for backup cameras: kzread.info/dash/bejne/dHl-p6ZmY7bdqto.html And see this updated vid: kzread.info/dash/bejne/c4BnzcGEdsSulqQ.html Drop us a note if we can help further my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick

Question when I pull into a curb and let’s say my car is not fully straight and a little away from the curb can I fix my car? Am I allow to fix my car during the test before backing up or I can’t do that?

@smartdrivetest

11 ай бұрын

You’re allowed one pull up or correction before the examiner assigns points. Often, it better to take a couple of points if you’re no straight rather than try & fix it. Drop us a note if you have further questions. Cheers Rick

At first I was to far from the curb backing up and then I slightly touched the curb and I automatically failed today

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

Hi DJKhalek Podcast - Thank you for your for letting us know. Sorry to hear about your unsuccessful attempt. We're confident that you'll get your license on the next attempt. If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick PS - see this vid: kzread.info/dash/bejne/pYuGtbB7YczPpbQ.html PPS - you'll most likely have a different examiner on the next attempt.

Am I supposed to look back like you did? When I was taking my class she mad me look at my side mirrors only, would that be a fail?

@smartdrivetest

11 ай бұрын

Yes, if you're in California, look back through the back window too. You want to use all your tools when backing up my friend. Use your mirrors, backup camera if you have one, and look out through the back window. See this vid: kzread.info/dash/bejne/c4BnzcGEdsSulqQ.html Drop us a note if we can help further. Cheers Rick

My test is Tomorrow morning 🤞🏻 Update( PASSED)👏🏻

@smartdrivetest

2 ай бұрын

Good luck on your test this morning. Remember to breathe. That will cause your body to relax. Drop back and let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick

@Smiley_Aranda

2 ай бұрын

@@smartdrivetest I passed my driving test 🙏🏼 Thank so much your videos helped a lot 👏🏻

@smartdrivetest

2 ай бұрын

Apologies for the late response. That's awesome news my friend. How's the solo driving going? What's your best trip so far? All the very best, Cheers RIck

Hi.what is uncertain steering backward?please reply

@smartdrivetest

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Asma Moazzam - Thank you for your question. Have a look at this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oah2q9OOY6nYcbw.html All the best, Cheers Rick

I am very small and if I'm backing I don't see because I am very small, and I drive a USV

are you allowed to backup with only one hand in the steering wheel in california??

@smartdrivetest

3 жыл бұрын

Hi saul sevilla - yes you can my friend. See this video for the correct procedure for backing: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oah2q9OOY6nYcbw.html Drop us a note if we can help further my friend. All the best, Cheers Rick

I have a hard time in driving a car. some times the car shakes and I drive in the side of the road not in the middle. how can I fix myself.

@smartdrivetest

7 жыл бұрын

Hi Jinan Mukhtar - thank you for your comment. Have a look at this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oqufu7KEqrvUgtY.html If there is anything further we can do, drop us a note. Always happy to help. All the best, Cheers Rick

It’s 1 am and my road test is tommorow at ten☠️☠️☠️

@smartdrivetest

4 ай бұрын

Good luck on your test. Remember to breathe. That will cause you body to relax. Drop back and let us know how it goes. All the best, Cheers Rick

Do I have to look over my shoulder while reversing? I always use side and middle mirror to do that

@giovannihenderson51

2 жыл бұрын

If you take your test and don’t look over your shoulder while reversing, you could lose points or automatically fail

@anaragayevafr2

2 жыл бұрын

@@giovannihenderson51 interesting, it's quite opposite in my country. If you look over your shoulder while reversing, it is fail. It means you can't use mirrors. I personally have driven in few countries, never missed anything backing up with mirrors. Especially in Cambodia, where you can hit anything))

@giovannihenderson51

2 жыл бұрын

@@anaragayevafr2 oh yeah I never considered the fact that you could live in a different country lmao. The driving rules are a lot different here in the U.S. compared to other countries. I would just go by what your DMV’s driving handbook says

@anaragayevafr2

2 жыл бұрын

@@giovannihenderson51 thanks for the information.