i am a beginner at getting my license and i really need some help.
About getting a driver's license
· By: Drivers.com staff
· Date: 2000-06-12
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What is involved in getting a driver's license? There's no straightforward answer to that question. It depends on where you live and whether you already hold a driver's license for another jurisdiction.
For new drivers there is normally an age requirement (usually 16 or 17 years in the USA and Canada). There is also a medical check, which is usually a simple vision test to see if your eyes have the minimum capability. And most places have a road test, to see if you can actually drive a vehicle well enough to operate in traffic.
Those are the basics. But the details of getting a drivers license vary from place to place around the world. Countries such as Germany and Japan start drivers at a later age (18 years in Germany) and have rigorous training and education requirements. And there are still places where getting a driver's license is as simple as applying for a permit to practice on public roads, waiting a few days, and then taking a very simple road test which may consist of little more than a drive around the block.
Getting tougher
However, with today's busy traffic and high-powered automobiles, there is far less tolerance for incompetent drivers. States, provinces, and countries are, one-by-one, opting for licensing systems that check new drivers more thoroughly and require them to obtain license privileges gradually. In Canada's province of Ontario, for example, new drivers can get a learner permit at age 16 years, but their driving must be supervised by a qualified licensed driver for the first year (eight months if taking a driver education program), and learners must pass a second road test within five years in order to get full license privileges.
Whatever the official requirements, every aspiring driver should have his or her own personal requirements. After all, it's your life, your license, and your future that are at stake. So why not set out your own requirements so you can plan ahead? Here are some suggestions.
Steps to getting a license
The official steps or requirements are about age, vision tests, and road tests. However, there's another way to look at steps, and there are steps you can start on at an earlier age! We will discuss this later, but first here's a suggested list of steps for young people who are approaching driving age:
- Be ready!
- Reach minimum age
- Prepare for theory test if one is required in your area
- Organize practice time with a co-driver
- Obtain documentation (birth certificate, identification documents, etc.)
- Obtain a learner's permit
- Study, train, and practice for the behind-the-wheel road test
- Successfully complete road test
- Do the paperwork (and plan your driving future)
Seems complicated, doesn't it? But these are the steps that drivers typically complete in order to qualify as fully licensed drivers. It doesn't pay to short-circuit any of them!
1-Be ready.
People are different. You don't have to get a license just because you've reached the minimum age! Many perfectly normal teens postpone driving for a variety of reasons: they're too busy, they don't feel they want to, they don't feel ready. It's your choice.
Getting a driver's license has often been described as a "rite of passage" to adulthood, and it is. Driving is not for children! When the minimum driving age is 16 years it comes at a very interesting time in your life-when you are part adult, but still part child. There are lots of advantages in being a child a bit longer.
Taking on the burden of responsibility, for your life and the lives of others, is a huge part of getting a driver's license. But young people like to have fun. Oprah Winfrey demonstrated on her television show a few years ago that even the most responsible teens can get a little crazy behind the wheel when they're with friends, and when parents are nowhere in sight. Having fun with friends is normal for a 16-year-old. But fun while driving can create dangerous situations. So dangerous, in fact, that many jurisdictions are introducing "graduated licensing systems" that restrict circumstances in which teenaged novice drivers can drive. Examples include parts of Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the USA, where longer "learner" periods and restrictions on passenger carrying and night driving are becoming common.
2-Minimum age.
In parts of the world where automobiles and driving are necessities, driving ages tend to be lower. For example in rural U.S. states such as Arkansas, Arizona, and Iowa, the minimum age to get a learner's permit (at the time of writing - Dec. 2000) is 14 years. In Connecticut, Washington D.C., and New Jersey it's 16 years. The age for full licensing in Arkansas is 16 years, but in Massachusetts it's 18 years. Also, many states require that a learner's permit, which requires supervised driving, must be held for a suitable period before full licensing privileges can be granted. A state may require anything from a few days to 180 days (for example, New Jersey). Ontario has a minimum age of 16 years for a learner's permit, and a minimum period of 20 months before a new driver can get a full license.
3-Prepare for theory test if one is required in your area.
Most places now require novice drivers to pass a knowledge test, and this is a part of the licensing process which you can start early, even a year or more before reaching licensing age. But don't rely completely on information from friends and family members - they might be wrong. Most places have an official "Driver's Handbook" which is often given out free or at low cost. Throughout the USA and Canada there are only minor differences in traffic and driving rules from state to state and province to province. The state of Florida has an excellent driver's handbook you can read for free.
4-Organize practice time and a co-driver.
You've got to practice. This means convincing parents, family members, or friends that you are ready. The first three steps go a long way towards achieving this. For more detail read our " Learning to drive: a guide for parents" online booklet. This was first published in 1985 and has been used by school boards, driving schools, and major web sites such as CNN.
5-Obtain documentation.
Information about documents you require will be provided in your local driver's handbook. This typically includes proof of date of birth and something that positively identifies you such as a passport or other personal identification document that includes a photograph.
6-Obtain a learner's permit.
A "learner's permit" is usually required before you can practice driving on public roadways. It will have certain restrictions attached to it (depending on where you live). Many jurisdictions require you to drive with a learner's permit for a certain period of time before you can apply for a full license. You'll find a link to requirements for U.S. states in our licensing section.
7-Study, train, and practice.
Our "Guide for parents" booklet has lots of hints on this. But a word of warning! One of the biggest criticisms of licensing systems is that they only qualify drivers to drive, they don't require a thorough preparation for dealing with modern traffic conditions. This is true. A good professional training program will show you how much farther you can take your driving skills as you train and practice, even after licensing.
8-Successfully complete the road test.
Most people think of this as the toughest part: but it's not, as long as you prepare properly. You need to understand what driver examiners are looking for. The best source for this information is your professional instructor.
Nervousness is a big problem too. Some beginners get very nervous, and driver examiners understand this so they may make allowances for it. Examiners probably worry more about over-confidence, which can be dangerous. Passing the test is NEVER guaranteed, no matter how good you are. Things can go wrong and it may not even be your fault. Sometimes things happen in traffic that even a highly experienced driver might have difficulty dealing with.
So don't put a lot of pressure on yourself to pass (for example, telling everyone at school you're taking the test tomorrow and you'll definitely pass it!).
9-Do the paperwork (and plan your driving future).
This will be described in your local driver's handbook. Remember, once you've got that piece of paper in your hand you've completed the first stage of becoming an accomplished driver. Now comes the part that most experts agree is the most difficult and dangerous - building driving habits.
Here's an important piece of advice: during the first few critical years of building driving habits you will probably build as many bad ones as good ones. Constantly search for the bad ones and catch them before they catch you.
The bad ones will be things you get away with so you think they're OK. You may not even be aware of them but they'll be there, waiting to catch you out. If you're lucky, being 'caught out' will be a mere "incident" - someone honking their horn at you, or a near-miss where you just manage to avoid a crash. If you are unlucky it could be anything from a "fender bender" to a serious collision involving injury or death.
Hardly anyone escapes these expensive lessons in driving. The best way to do so is to be "proactive"; that is, to continually work to improve your driving techniques and habits.
You'll find information about advanced training in our Training area (click the TRAINING link in the menu at left). If you choose to begin the steps to getting your driver's license now, we wish you good luck, and a safe driving career!
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Comments
Jeana, on Tuesday, 06. June 2006 at 09:34 AM
Editor's comment, on Tuesday, 06. June 2006 at 11:31 PM
What kind of help?
Jessie, on Tuesday, 27. June 2006 at 08:03 PM
I about to get my permit but study is soo boring so I am so unperpare and I don't think I'll get it
marv, on Tuesday, 27. June 2006 at 10:30 PM
is there a page where i can find a practice test for a florida driver license?
Alex, on Friday, 30. June 2006 at 01:00 PM
can i rent a car in europe? i don't have 18 yers
DEB, on Wednesday, 05. July 2006 at 02:53 PM
MY DAUGHTER WILL BE 18 IN A FEW MONTH BUT HAS NOT GOT ANY TRAINING OR PERMIT YET
WHERE DO I BEGIN?? DOES SHE HAVE TO TAKE CLASSES FIRST ??
vishal, on Wednesday, 12. July 2006 at 01:09 PM
can i get a usa driving license sitting here in india
bebe, on Wednesday, 12. July 2006 at 09:23 PM
Im almost 18 and ive had my permit for about 2 years now and im going to take my driving test soon! im a great driver but when i take driving test i get real scared.....what should i do????
James, on Monday, 17. July 2006 at 05:26 PM
What is the vision requiraments to get your drivers license?
Eric, on Wednesday, 19. July 2006 at 10:55 PM
to Bebe - not sure what you mean by great driver but I've been teaching driving for years and I know how that works. You get nervous the first time and don't perform, then the second time you are more nervous and so on.
My advice - start your test off slowly, a bit too slow perhaps, and then as you get into it you can pick up to normal speed. The examiner will forget you were too slow at the beginning.
This has worked for a lot of my students.
Santhosh, on Tuesday, 25. July 2006 at 06:31 AM
I got my L1 visa and I am planning to come to US by august second week. I would like to know can I apply for a US driving license if so what are the requirements for the same.
Dan, on Tuesday, 25. July 2006 at 10:34 AM
Santhosh,
In the U.S. each state has its own driver licensing system, so there is no U.S. driver license. Go to this page -
http://www.drivers.com/topic/62/
Check out the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators for general info about all of the U.S. and residency requirements for getting a driver's licence. Got to State DMVs for local info.
If you have a license from another country then get an International Driver's Licence before you come. Check this out at http://www.drivers.com/topic/59/
The IDL is an internationaly accepted version of your home license and is NOT a license in itself.
brittanie, on Friday, 28. July 2006 at 06:14 PM
im 18 and i want to get my driver licenses but i dont have a permit nor alot of training i have to go to school and take my little brother to school then i have to go to work and were do i begin? wanted to know do i have to take some kind of class?
Unknown, on Saturday, 29. July 2006 at 11:05 PM
NONE OF YOU CAN SPELL PROPERLY AND YOU ARE ALL 18!!!!!!!!
??, on Wednesday, 23. August 2006 at 12:35 PM
i am going to write my g1 test im nervous anyone know how much it cost if you fail??
an employee, on Friday, 01. September 2006 at 11:16 AM
A G1 drivers license in Ontario costs $125.00; $10. - written test
40. - 1st level road test
75. - 5 year licensing fee
If you are unsuccessful you pay the $10.00 written test fee for a rewrite. Identification requirements have changed so make sure you take the appropriate identification with you...Study the handbook, and Good Luck!
sara, on Sunday, 03. September 2006 at 12:51 AM
ok, I am 17. I passed my drivers test and got that blue paper that my instructor gave me which is proof that I passed. The validation date was august 5, 2006. It expires november 5th. so technically I can drive alone but I still didn't reciece that paper in the mail from that tells me when I should pick it up. It's been almost a month and still I have no license. When my sister got her license, she only had to wait 3 days from her validation date to receive her license and BOOM she had it. I was wondering is it normal to wait that long? I am getting quite frustrated and I need to drive to school!
Danny, on Friday, 15. September 2006 at 06:36 PM
I Just passed my Florida Learners test and am waiting to go to the DMV to have the vision and hearing tests before i pick it up.
But I was wondering how the restrictions would affect me (being 24, from the UK) All the restrictions were for 16, 17 or 18 yr olds. How long would I have to hold the learners permit for before being able to do the practical test?
What are the time restrictions i.e. only allowed to drive between certain times of the day?
and
Is there another theory/written test before I can pass and obtain my full licence??
Thanks in advance for any hints!! :o)
Ps. I done my learning/test at lowestpricetrafficschool.com
Ines, on Saturday, 16. September 2006 at 02:18 PM
I am 18 and i dont know how to drive i am learning but i get so scared and i dont think i will ever get it. And in a few months iam starding a new job i have to drive what can i do?
Dan - Drivers.com, on Saturday, 16. September 2006 at 07:19 PM
Ines,
If you are getting scared it means you are taking on too much at any partiuclar time. You need an instructor who can break down your learning into manageable bits that you can master before going on to the next challenge. This way you will gain confidence.
A bad instructor can do you a lot of harm. A good one will build your confidence. If you need help finding a good instructor I suggest you go to wither the Driving School Association of the Americas web site or the American Driver and Traffic Education Association web site and enquire. You will find these associations here ...http://www.drivers.com/topic/121/
Elena, on Tuesday, 10. October 2006 at 09:51 PM
hi all of you.I am from Romania and I want know how much is valid a drive license in Florida!!!I have visa for 6 months,can I get drive license longer??1 year,2....???I know in Maryland is 5 years(doesn't mater my visa),but I heard in Florida is 1 year!!That's true?
thanks !!!
Richard, on Wednesday, 11. October 2006 at 07:57 PM
To Sara:
Dumb question: Did you ever think of calling the DMV and asking what happened to your license. Bureaucracies are always making mistakes and you need to check. Get used to it.
Gary, on Thursday, 12. October 2006 at 10:49 PM
Also to Sara
I don't know what part of the world you are in but it WOULD be a good idea to follow up. There could be identity theft involved!
cory, on Thursday, 19. October 2006 at 01:54 PM
it is very fun to drive with out someone telling you how to do it right
ranell, on Tuesday, 24. October 2006 at 06:56 PM
i have taken parent taught driver's education. i have past the written part of the test. i was told that if passed that i would have to take the driving part. Also i have lost the permit. What should i do?
Devyn, on Wednesday, 25. October 2006 at 11:19 AM
How much is the training book you need in canada and how much is the test?
Unknown, on Friday, 27. October 2006 at 02:56 PM
An earlier comment stated is so correct....I'm somewhat worried that there are not too many young people here that can actually spell properly, let alone, form a proper sentence....and these people are getting drivers licenses. It seems that young people today are too much in a hurry, and cannot take the time to do something right, such as properly learning how to drive, and READ...that's right...READ. It's amazing what you can learn when you READ!! I hope they can read the signs on our roadways. As for many of the questions they're asking, if they didn't spend so much time on the internet doing something they shouldn't, and spent some actual value added time doing some research to answer their silly little questions, then I think there would be some hope. Getting your drivers license gives you a sense of freedom, but for God's sake, take the time to learn properly and with good instruction from a certified instructor. There are too many deaths on the road these days, with racing and just total inexperience. PAY ATTENTION KIDS!!
Unknown again..., on Friday, 27. October 2006 at 02:58 PM
This is for Cory....I hope you actually paid attention to that so-called person who was telling you how to do it right.....
whitney, on Friday, 03. November 2006 at 07:53 PM
okay.. so i have been doing alot of looking on the internet to find the answer to my question but nothing will answer it. I am 17 i don't turn 18 for another 10 months!! it is so hard trying to get to and from school, and work especially when you dont have a license, and have never been issued a learners permit. Is there ANYTHING at all that i can do? can i somehow get a "restricted" license to drive to and from work/school without a permit? what about a motorcycle? can i do anything?
ummm....me, on Saturday, 04. November 2006 at 11:16 PM
Hi I have a problem at hand. I have my G1 at Canada but am having trouble getting my G2. I had been driving for almost 15 years back home and here things simply do not seem to click. I have given the test 3 times and felt that the last two times I was not at fault at all. But just because of some small problem or something, the license got rejected. I have simply given up and lost all hope to get a G2. Can you suggest some thing? I have taken training so am entitled to give the test within 8 months.
justin, on Monday, 06. November 2006 at 09:14 PM
i am 18 and have no permit,how do i get a license
bin, on Tuesday, 14. November 2006 at 07:34 PM
i was wondering the required passing mark i need for my drivers ed written test and in car test. in Ontario?
Connie, on Wednesday, 15. November 2006 at 07:57 AM
You can find the Drivers Handbook for ontario at http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/
english/dandv/driver/handbook/contents.htm
It should be there. I think its 75%
Brittany, on Monday, 20. November 2006 at 09:58 PM
you can only get 4 wrong on each part of the test, but its bullshit! i hate the dMV people they told me that as a G1 driver i could have 0.05% alc. in me wehn i drive wtf its 0 for a G1 driver AHHH im going insane i failed twice because of this lady
trevor, on Monday, 27. November 2006 at 09:36 PM
im from the uk and would like to do a drivers test here in the states florida am i allowed to do this , if so what do i need to do
mia, on Wednesday, 27. December 2006 at 06:53 PM
what is the new georgi law for recieving your license
Ontario, on Friday, 29. December 2006 at 10:54 PM
Message from Ontario, I will be going for my G test, any tips, I'm really nervous, Has any one ever increased the time of expiry on their G2, I feel as though I need more time. I have one month before my G2 expires.
Joe, on Wednesday, 03. January 2007 at 05:17 AM
I'm 19 and I have yet to receive my permet. I was just wondering how long I would have to wait in order to obtain a license after I get my permit since I am over age. I live in Pennsylvania and I can't find the information I need anywhere.
sam, on Wednesday, 03. January 2007 at 03:07 PM
i was wondering if anyone knew a website where there are free practise examinations for your G1...
sam..again, on Wednesday, 03. January 2007 at 03:08 PM
in ontario
Dan - Drivers.com, on Wednesday, 03. January 2007 at 09:55 PM
To Joe and Sam,.
Joe -- We have links to various state licensing organizations at http://www.drivers.com/article/639/. We checked Pennsylvania and found the following at
http://www.dmv.state.pa.us/teenDriversCenter/
obtainingLearnersPermit.shtml ---"The Learner's Permit will be valid for one year. If you are under age 18, a six-month waiting period and 50 hours behind the wheel driving experience is required prior to taking the skills test." So if you are 19 you likely don't need the 6-month wait.
To Sam -- Don't know of a test online but the Drivers Handbook for Ontario has one ..http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/
english/dandv/driver/handbook/index.html
Or
you could go to http://www.Drivershandbook.com and find a test for another province or state. This site links to online Driver Manuals and some may have tests. The questions are very similar from one jurisdiction to another.
need wheels, on Thursday, 04. January 2007 at 07:13 PM
well i want to drive a motorcycle really really bad (at learners age) and my parents say learn to drive a car first, but if i do get my motorcycles license first do i still have to take the the written exam for when i start to learn how to drive a car or vice versa?
Adam, on Friday, 05. January 2007 at 10:10 AM
To Ontario: I have a colleague at work that had the same problem he went for his G2 test but failed right at the date of expiry... what will end up happening is that they will re-test you for the G1 road test in order to get you back to G2 level.
Peter, on Friday, 05. January 2007 at 08:48 PM
I am 40 and my Alabama driver's license expired in oct 2006. I am living in Mexico now (Job) and need a renewal. Can I get a license without a permanent residence in the U.S.?
Brian, on Saturday, 06. January 2007 at 07:31 PM
living in Ontario, and have been riding motorcycle for over 20 yrs. I know I can drive a car holding this license, with a passenger holding a valid G license for 4 yrs. or more. My question is I'm thinking of getting my D or DZ license ..do I have to take my G1 first or can I go right to the D.?
Thanks..
Excalibur, on Wednesday, 10. January 2007 at 12:33 PM
Hi I have a full UK license and my family and I are intent on moving to Saskatchewan Canada. the only problem we have is the fact that my wife doesn't drive at the moment and would like some information on driving license fee's and tests & regulations for new learners in Canada
Dan - Drivers.com, on Wednesday, 10. January 2007 at 02:09 PM
Excalibur,
Thanks to your query, We've just updated the Link to the Saskatchewan govt licensing site in our License requirements section. It's at http://www.sgi.sk.ca/sgi_pub/instructional/index.htm
veronica, on Wednesday, 10. January 2007 at 04:48 PM
How many questions can u miss when u are taking the drivers test
Lucky, on Wednesday, 10. January 2007 at 06:34 PM
Where I come from its 25%
gyanu, on Thursday, 11. January 2007 at 11:29 AM
hi i am in need to get a driving licence and i knew i need to give a learner permit test before hand i am wondering what would be the pass marks for arkansas ?
Dan, on Thursday, 11. January 2007 at 08:48 PM
Gyanu, We've updated the link for arkansas in our article at http://www.drivers.com/article/639/ or you can go direct to
http://www.arkansas.gov/dfa/driver_services/ds_license.html
Maria, on Friday, 12. January 2007 at 07:51 AM
I have a picture ID and would like to obtain a drivers license. I do not currently have a valid ssn. Do I have to go through INS first to get permanent residency to obtain drivers license?
Skyler, on Thursday, 18. January 2007 at 07:16 PM
I'm not to good at taking test at all in school a teacher has to read it to me because that is the only why I'll understand what the Question because if I would read it myself I wouldn't understand.
!TAO!, on Friday, 19. January 2007 at 09:17 PM
If I have a license here in Quebec and I'm 17, I want to drive in the USA can I?
Josh, on Monday, 22. January 2007 at 08:59 PM
Im 15 and about to get my permit(in Florida) but i my birthday was july of last year so ive waited my question is how long do i have to have my permit before getting my license?
rope, on Saturday, 27. January 2007 at 11:02 AM
if im 18 n i have a learners permit how long should i have to wait ...is their any kind of agency that will help me get my license quicker?
Amy, on Saturday, 27. January 2007 at 03:31 PM
I'm about to take my driving exam for my G license in Ontario and was wondering if anyone had any idea of what I may be tested on, what specifically would the examiner be looking for? So I know where I may need practice prior to the test.
lady, on Saturday, 27. January 2007 at 10:21 PM
I am testing for my "G" license. I want to hear about your experience, especially if your test was at the MTO in Downsview, I would appreciate any advice.
Lil Red, on Tuesday, 30. January 2007 at 07:31 PM
Hi I am 16 and I just got my florida leaners lisence(permit. My mom is syaing that you are not allowed to drive to school and work alone but I previously heard that after 3 months, you could drive to school and work alone. Is this right?
Thank you
P.S. Just some advice to some of you on here; learn to speel and write a sentence Im 16 and my grammar is better than yours, if this is how our generation is now, imagine how things will be in 20-30 years when we are over this country. It will be a mess if people liek you guys can't even spell the word permit right.
carrie, on Wednesday, 31. January 2007 at 03:54 PM
man the bc test is hard u have to have %80 to pass and i have failed like 3 times
T- 03 .feb 2007 3:06, on Saturday, 03. February 2007 at 03:09 PM
hi everyone,22 years old i am about to take my G1 test,i'm nervous as heck even though i have been reading the handbook for some time now!!i feel really confident about my preparation for the test but still have some nervous feelings cause i don't wanna fail.Any advice will be greatly appreciated.
ontario.....
Emily, on Wednesday, 07. February 2007 at 06:50 PM
Where can I find a practice test to get my G1 in Ontario? I'm going to be 16 in a few days and I'd really like to know what I'm getting myself into.
lynn, on Thursday, 08. February 2007 at 10:37 PM
can u take the written test and drivng test the same day
Sars, on Friday, 09. February 2007 at 12:56 AM
I think "unkown" needs to get a hobbie.
Robert, on Sunday, 18. February 2007 at 12:16 PM
Hey everyone I took my drivers test a long time ago in September and I failed it. I herd that it was going to be simple...unfortunatly its no. To everyone who is going to get there g1 you HAVE to study for it I didnt study for it and I got almost all of them wrong. My dad said that all the governement cares about is our safety and others safety. So if there is a qustion on the test (wich this is an actualy quastion) if there is this qustion it says "What do you have to look for when you are about to make a U turn?" A:The Curb B:On coming traffic C:Mirrors. All of these sound right...right? Well like I said the driver people only want to make sure you know that you have to be aware of the people around you. So ti would be A because they dont care if you mess your tire up on the curb. The answer is actually B: Look out for on coming traffic, All im saying is that these qustions are very hard they arnt meant to trick you but they are ment so that you can use common scence and no get killed or kill anyone. So before you go STUDY YOU CANT PASS WITH OUT STUDYING. Im going to re-take my G1 on Friday Im praying to god I passit and If I do I will let you all know:D. Btw If you fail the first test for the g1. You have a year to re-take it until you have to pay $125.00 A retake in CANADA is only $10.00 Good luck to everyone and please DONT DRINK AND DRIVE. Arrive allive=)
Robert: Ontario, on Sunday, 18. February 2007 at 12:27 PM
Hey everyone I forgot to give this to you all here it is. This is a PRACTISE test for the ontario G1 Drivers licenseing in ontario
http://cssdrivertraining.com/test.htm
GOOD LUCK!!!!
holly, on Tuesday, 20. February 2007 at 08:32 PM
quick question how many questions are on the g1 test in onario and how many can you ge wrong?
Elle, on Tuesday, 20. February 2007 at 11:04 PM
Holly, I believe it's 20 questions on signs and 20 on laws and you can only get 4 wrong on each part
Aaron, on Tuesday, 20. February 2007 at 11:10 PM
i'm new at this work with me
Rasha, on Friday, 23. February 2007 at 12:23 PM
I want get up the drive's license
Robert, on Monday, 26. February 2007 at 06:55 PM
Hay guys i got it my g1:D::D:D there is 20 road sign qustions and 20 law qustions you can only get 4 wrong here is a wicked test that is super hard and perpares u 4 it http://www.yd.com/test.aspx?path=stream539
this is a new one i found DONT DRINK AND DRIVE ARIVE ALLIVE
Adrianne, on Wednesday, 28. February 2007 at 02:12 PM
I have a friend who really need to take the Driver's License written test but can't read. Is there any help he can get?
Benny, on Wednesday, 28. February 2007 at 07:14 PM
Adrianne
Where I live you can just go and talk to the chief examiner and they will test you orally. Have you tried that?
dele ajayi-odekhiran, on Thursday, 01. March 2007 at 08:31 AM
hi,
i am new and would have to learn to drive here in canada which i know will be fun and would also be the best thing that will happen to me here too.i pray i pass in my first attempt.
holly, on Thursday, 08. March 2007 at 09:55 PM
ok i hear its 4 wrong one both parts...and then i hear its 4 wrong on each part! WHAT THE HELL IS IT? lol...I am from ontario!....and i am going to get my g1 soon i just want to know ....?? how many can u get wrong???
Robert., on Tuesday, 13. March 2007 at 12:04 PM
Holly- On the sighns you can only get 4 wrong anything over that you will fail on laws you can only get 4 wrong over that you fail. Its as simple as that.
ARIVE ALIVE DONT DRINK AND DRIVE
placerville dude, on Thursday, 15. March 2007 at 12:11 PM
ok so im trying to write a paper on drivers license requirements. can some one give me some information please i really need to pass this class ok well if u could help me out thanks. peace
Anxious, on Thursday, 15. March 2007 at 07:52 PM
Went for my 4th attempt at G2, failed...my fault...i was wondering how many mistakes can you make and still pass? i know major infraction will fail you, i am talking about minor stuff
thanks
failure.., on Friday, 16. March 2007 at 11:26 AM
are all the tests the same??? and .. does anyone know how long we have to wait to retake the g1.. yes.. i failed the written =______= stupid.. trick quesitons.. i failed the rules, by 2 but.. got perfect on the signs? that was easy... but yeah cause if it is the same, i can jsut do the asme thing i did last time but just tweak 2 answers cause iknow which 2 for sure i did wrong lol
bob, on Sunday, 18. March 2007 at 10:43 PM
i am wondering what age u have to be to get your g1/g2
Robert, on Monday, 19. March 2007 at 06:29 PM
Failure- No I failed myn 4 times. Not all are the same there is for different ones. Bob-You have to be sixteen or up to get g1
ARIVE ALLIVE!
daniel, on Tuesday, 20. March 2007 at 02:44 PM
where can i get the booklet for the first drivers permit
RRISD, on Tuesday, 20. March 2007 at 04:31 PM
hey holly what's with all the naughty language........naughty...naughty.............naughty
Erin, on Tuesday, 20. March 2007 at 07:58 PM
I don't understand what the $40 for a level one road test is when getting your G1. I didn't think you drove a car at all when you were getting your G1.. i thought it was only a written test.
JLG, on Wednesday, 21. March 2007 at 02:33 PM
I've Heard that in Canada Ontario if you were born in 92 or later you need to be 17 to get you license. Is that true.
Carl, on Friday, 23. March 2007 at 09:22 AM
Daniel you get your driver's permit booklet from the local DMV.although sometimes bookstores have them. Depends on where you live
Carl, on Friday, 23. March 2007 at 09:24 AM
Its Ontario, Canada and its true but u can get ur learner's permit at 16
KP, on Friday, 30. March 2007 at 04:56 PM
how many questions can u miss on a drivers exam
dee-dee, on Sunday, 08. April 2007 at 04:21 PM
how do you pass the road test without any mistakes on the road.
Jon-Jon, on Monday, 09. April 2007 at 02:24 AM
Dee-Dee, you don't, and why bother. You don't need to.
kristie jacobs, on Monday, 09. April 2007 at 08:29 AM
how can i keep from getting nervous when i go to take my test?
kristie, on Monday, 09. April 2007 at 08:31 AM
anyone online that can help me?
Eric, on Monday, 09. April 2007 at 05:51 PM
Kristie, like I said in my comment of July 06 above, you'll be nervous so don't worry. Driving test examiners expect it. If you are not nervous there's a chance examiners will be tougher with you because they think you're over confident.
So - like I said before, start off slower than your normal speed and gradually work up to it.That way you are less likely to make mistakes and you will gain confidence as you drive.
By the end of the test the examiner will have forgotten you were too slow at the beginning.
kajee, on Monday, 09. April 2007 at 07:38 PM
I'm a 22 yrs old college student, residing in Maryland. I I just got my learner's permit like a week a go. But, I was wondering since, I'm 21 do I have to wait six months before getting my licence..my e-mail is Kajee85@yahoo.com
Karl, on Tuesday, 10. April 2007 at 11:34 PM
I despair. Most of you should not be allowed on the road. Ever. Its as simple as that. Unless I've made a terrible mistake and stumbled across a 'special' thread for 'special' people (i.e. retards).
Inability to formulate a logical thought, ask a clear question, spell monosyllabic words, construct a grammatically correct sentence or find answers to the most simple of queries ought to automatically disqualify you from even being allowed to sit your learner's test. Good luck, and please try not to kill anyone out there.
john, on Saturday, 14. April 2007 at 08:15 AM
i am from germany i am 16 .what would i have to get a florida license
Claire, on Thursday, 19. April 2007 at 03:42 PM
I am Canadian, but passed my driver's license in the US (MA). Can I switch my US license to a Canadian one without having to pass another test?
keshia, on Friday, 20. April 2007 at 05:08 PM
hi i passed my g1 test and i want to kno how long it would take to get ur g1 license?
Jake, on Saturday, 28. April 2007 at 09:24 AM
Hi I live in arizona,I got my permit a while ago, I am 15 years old, do you half to have your intruction permit for a certain period of time, before attempting to get your liscence??? Or is it just hours???
Alex, on Monday, 30. April 2007 at 12:46 AM
Hello everyone,
Just a quick question for those who live in California (or to those who just may be knowledgeable in the subject).
I'm going to apply for my license in June(by then, I'll be 17 1/2). However, I'm going to turn 18 in December. Once I turn 18, will I be allowed to drive anyone under 25 or will I still have to obide by the rule until my year is up?
Thanks!
NO Name, on Wednesday, 02. May 2007 at 01:47 PM
They changed the law now! we cant get our licence till we are 18 now! that is messed up! i want to drive so bad! i want to but i dont!
john the mon, on Monday, 14. May 2007 at 11:31 PM
dudez, im getting ma license... gl everyone... just saying peace from downtown ny
Eddie, on Friday, 18. May 2007 at 03:16 PM
To anyone that can answer this question. My license is permanently revoked in the United States for DWI’s. Is there any way possible to obtain a license in Canada (Vancouver)? If so is there a link that I can obtain the information from?
Michelle, on Sunday, 20. May 2007 at 06:27 PM
I'm 18, almost 19, found out I'm pregnant, and need to get my driver's license in a quicky. I've taken driving courses locally in the past, having 30 hr of classroom experience and 6-hr drive with an instructor experience. Unfortunately, the test in Indiana is strict and requires, you can only miss 3 questions at most and the test is 50 questions. I'm having trouble passing thr written test. What would you guys recommend for me? I'm stressed and depressed, and people tell me not to be stressed out, since I'm pregnant, its not good for the kid.
mike, on Tuesday, 29. May 2007 at 08:08 PM
hi, im 16 and i live in ny. i have my learners permit and i need to know if im allowed to drive in florida with my learners permit. ny allows people with learners to be able to leave ny but out of state drivers are not allowed unlessed licensed. do you know if it is legal to drive in florida with a ny learners permit?
Trevor, on Wednesday, 30. May 2007 at 01:17 PM
I already have an international drivers license, what are the requirements of me getting a florida drivers license?
Cory, on Monday, 18. June 2007 at 11:06 AM
HI i was wondering what is the cost for getting your DZ license typically in canada
admin, on Monday, 18. June 2007 at 07:51 PM
Cory, each province of Canada has a different system of licensing. Check them out here
http://www.drivers.com/article/639/
Miranda, on Thursday, 21. June 2007 at 11:51 AM
is it possible to get my license a week before my 16th birthday? or do I have to been 16?
shine, on Saturday, 23. June 2007 at 02:22 AM
im in arizona and need learner's practice test, anyone can tell the link/website?
tony, on Saturday, 23. June 2007 at 02:57 PM
i want to know how it cost to pass the lisence drive for the big truck.
New Driver Admin, on Saturday, 23. June 2007 at 07:11 PM
Shine,
Try our New Drivers section under "study guides" http://www.drivers.com/topic/69/
Shine, on Tuesday, 26. June 2007 at 12:45 AM
New Driver Admin,
Thank you soooooooooo much for the link
wes, on Tuesday, 26. June 2007 at 01:28 PM
Heres how you pass
1. show up
2. don't answer anything wrong
3. drive right
4. do not ever drive slow in the left lane
Rocket Science
Ken, on Sunday, 01. July 2007 at 10:48 PM
My daughter is 17 and lives in buffalo NY she is not listed on my ins. policy as a driver and did not take drivers ed.what would happen if she gets pulled over will she lose her license and for how long...
WALEED, on Thursday, 05. July 2007 at 02:26 AM
If i`m over 18, how long do i have to wait with a permit?
19/m/california, on Monday, 16. July 2007 at 04:11 AM
I'm an orphan. I've had my permit for almost a year now. I'm getting around to taking the behind-the-wheel, but have no viable means of transportation to actually take the test in. Do you know of a rental agency I can rent from? Any insight on this matter will be sincerely appreciated.
antonio martinez, on Wednesday, 18. July 2007 at 07:20 PM
How do I go about getting a Canadian CDL? I already have a USA CDL. I would like to know what I need to do.
Thank you,
Antonio Martinez
antonio_l_martinez@yahoo.com
brianna, on Friday, 20. July 2007 at 03:33 PM
does anyone knoe how much u gotta drink til ur concereded drunk when driving?
Lora, on Sunday, 22. July 2007 at 05:20 PM
My license has been revoked in MN for DUI refusal. Due to the circumstances, I am without a license for 3 years. Can I obtain a canadian drivers license? I am willing to move and work in canada temporarily if I can get a license there. Anyone know the answer to this.
Muffin, on Monday, 23. July 2007 at 10:49 AM
um......i just turned 16 and i would like a full practice test for FREE! is that even possibe? Well good luck to all others looking forward to passing this test!
jessica, on Monday, 23. July 2007 at 03:01 PM
i was wondering on your g1 test how many mistakes can you do all together? is it 4 or 8?
SOMEONE ASNWER PLEASE AND THANK YOU
Brandy, on Tuesday, 24. July 2007 at 11:55 AM
ok i'm going for my G1 on tomorrow and i'm so nervous...
how many questions can you get wrong i rad all the other responses to this question and its really confusing some people say 4 total on both parts and some say 4 on each part... but then my brother's friend who is an arshole any said that you can only get 2 wrong on the whole test
btw i'm in ontario
DK, on Tuesday, 24. July 2007 at 04:10 PM
I believe its 4 on each part. anyway they're easy of you read th ebook at all so no worries.
bonnie, on Tuesday, 24. July 2007 at 11:34 PM
can I buy my drivers license, Even thought I am a good driver I'm afraid I will never pass, b'cus examiners are mean people!
tyrus mills, on Wednesday, 01. August 2007 at 04:27 PM
I NEED HELP BY GETING MY LERNER PERMITS BUT IF I CAN GET THAT I WOULD BE GOOD ON IT BUT CAN YOU HELP ME
chelsea, on Sunday, 05. August 2007 at 04:46 PM
I am going to take my drivers permit tomorrow (for the fisrt time) and i'm a lil bit nervous... i'm not really sure what the test is gonna be like, i don't know if i'm going to be timed? Or is it multiple choice? If anyone has had any experience or advice please let me know [:
-Chelsea
Sean, on Sunday, 05. August 2007 at 10:27 PM
Relax Chelsea. If you studied the book at all it will be soooo easy
sacha, on Tuesday, 07. August 2007 at 01:53 AM
I have already my florida driver licence but the thing is, it will be expired on october.I don't have a valid ssn,how should i do to renew it. thank you.
nick, on Tuesday, 07. August 2007 at 08:20 AM
ok im 15 and iv bin told that i half to be 17 to git my licencs in pennsylvania and i was just wondering if thie is true or not
DK, on Tuesday, 07. August 2007 at 11:13 PM
Nick, go to DriversHandbook.com and click on Pennsylvania
josh, on Sunday, 12. August 2007 at 04:17 AM
okay.. so i have been doing alot of looking on the internet to find the answer to my question but nothing will answer it. I am 17 i don't turn 18 for another 10 months!! it is so hard trying to get to and from school, and work especially when you dont have a license, and have never been issued a learners permit. Is there ANYTHING at all that i can do? can i somehow get a "restricted" license to drive to and from work/school without a permit? what about a motorcycle? can i do anything?
Martin, on Monday, 13. August 2007 at 01:00 PM
This year Im going to be an exchange student for 10 months, can I take the drivers lisence in Iowa? My Visa is only valid for 10 months! Please help if possible! martin.eos@gmail.com
krystal, on Wednesday, 15. August 2007 at 12:21 AM
in maryland you have to be 15 and how many mounths to get ur learners permit
jeff lawson, on Thursday, 16. August 2007 at 10:55 AM
lol getting ur starters is easy..dont even worry,...theres 40 questions and your only aloud to get 4 wrong on each page...all multiple choice...study all ur signs....study rules of the road...the rules of ur g1 licence and u should be able to pass...i didnt study but 1 try i got it..if u need help just add me on msn...birdhouse_486@hotmail.com..ill give u help.
Kelly, on Saturday, 18. August 2007 at 05:43 PM
Hello, I am 19 and I start school in fours days. I don't have my license yet and I am nervous as hell about the road test, but I want to start driving on my first day of school. I keep wondering what the road will be like and how they take points away. Don't get me started about trying to reverse
xxx, on Monday, 20. August 2007 at 05:52 AM
your telephone reception sucks
Joe, on Tuesday, 28. August 2007 at 12:58 AM
I am 52 , have been driving in the US for about 15 yrs but now wish to reapply for my Ontario DL. My US DL expired last month. what steps do I need to take to obtain my Ontario Dl and how long will it take
meghan, on Wednesday, 29. August 2007 at 04:24 AM
i am almost 18 and got my learners permit when i was about 15. my permit has expired now and i haven't taken behind the wheel or my drivers test yet. do i have to go through drivers ed again or can i just take my drivers test with going through it again or taking behind the wheel??
unknown, on Friday, 31. August 2007 at 01:22 PM
i heard the new law in canada to get ur begginers is changing to nineteen is that true?
Sara, on Sunday, 02. September 2007 at 09:24 PM
I just wrote my g1 test a few days ago and I passed..so now I'm just wondering when will I receive the license card with the valid photo ID in the mail?
by the way, I'm in Ontario
Jeff, on Wednesday, 05. September 2007 at 02:33 PM
I am 18 and have already had a learners permit. But i dont have a lisence. Will my permit make it easier to obtain a lisence? I also took a state drivers ed course before i got my permit>
BC, on Saturday, 08. September 2007 at 10:14 PM
is it true that the age requirement for a license is now 17 and a half?
if that is i'm freakin pissed.
please someone answer me =]
Brandi, on Tuesday, 11. September 2007 at 01:59 AM
Im 19 and i dont have my license.In highschool i did take drivers ed and passed but never did the road test some1 plz help what should i do
i really need my license how should i go about getting them???
kelsie, on Thursday, 13. September 2007 at 08:00 PM
can i drive to school and work with a learners permit?
DK, on Friday, 14. September 2007 at 12:03 AM
Only with a licensed driver in the passenger seat beside you
taylor, on Wednesday, 19. September 2007 at 03:27 PM
do i have to reinstate my license in a other state before getting license in a different state
Shauna, on Saturday, 22. September 2007 at 05:21 PM
I am 22 year old mom of 2 young children...I have my g1..and did the road test for my g2 twice and failed...I felt so bad and embarrassed..and never went back..Now I want to buy a vehicle but I need my license...I am soo nervous abt failing again.
Walter, on Saturday, 22. September 2007 at 11:41 PM
Shauna, did you take any training or instruction for the G2? Lot of people feel they know how to drive and then fail because they've forgotten what's correct or have developed bad habits
rak, on Thursday, 27. September 2007 at 12:09 PM
i had my learner lic from florida since aug 2000.and now i got my driver lic.from florida in 2007.i am trying to get my insurance in MA,in the insurance system they are saying i got my orginal lic. since aug 2000. i want to find out according to florida dmv if you are above 16 when you got the leaner lic is it count as a original lic or not?
Mona, on Friday, 28. September 2007 at 07:27 PM
Hi,
I have instruction permit of WA state and try 2 attemps for driving test but I failed now I am moving to california so this 2 attemps will counted when I will give driving test?
Mona, on Friday, 28. September 2007 at 07:38 PM
Hi,
I have instruction permit of WA state and try 2 attemps for driving test but I failed now I am moving to california so this 2 attemps will counted when I will give driving test to CA dmv ?
Meg, on Tuesday, 02. October 2007 at 06:28 PM
I have been wanting to get my learner's for sometime and have yet to do so because I thought that I had to take Driver's Ed. first. Is that true?
I'm from AL, if anyone can help me out.
Mayra, on Wednesday, 03. October 2007 at 09:46 PM
I'm fifteen and eight months I live in Arizona and need a manual I can use to study for a permit test. My email is may_angy_her@yahoo.com if somebody knows any usefull info please email me thank you.
Nicole, on Thursday, 11. October 2007 at 03:09 PM
how many questions can you get wrong and not fail your permit test?
Peter, on Friday, 12. October 2007 at 06:38 PM
Hi, I recently failed my G1 written test (14/20). I was using my dad's old handbook and there were some signs that I was totally unawared of. I got the new one that just came out. Can someone enlighten me on how long I have to wait in order to retake it and how much I have to pay for retake(s) :p . I already paid the full $125 for both tests and 5 yr licenscing. Thanks!
DK, on Saturday, 13. October 2007 at 04:06 AM
Peter,
When you mention G1 test I assume you are in Ontario, Canada. I dont' think you have to wait at all. Just go back and retake your knowledge test. Check here for more info http://www.drivetest.ca/en/license/drivertesting.aspx
Peter, on Saturday, 13. October 2007 at 10:09 AM
Ah yes DW, I am located in Ontario. Thank you very much.
any, on Monday, 22. October 2007 at 06:49 PM
how do i get my parents to make an effort to actually find a behind the wheel class so i can get my license. They're just letting days go by...
Alex, on Tuesday, 06. November 2007 at 02:05 PM
hey im 16 yrs old. I went up to the local DMV the other day, hoping to get my license but they wouldnt let me drive "my car" because its an '05 aston martin with a V12, and 24" on it. They claim its not street legal but my parents wont let me drive theirs, and the DMV officers wont let me operate any of theirs. what am i supposeded to do?
Tina, on Thursday, 08. November 2007 at 02:50 PM
I took my G2 test today an failed.I had poor observation skills. But it's so hard to look around my left and right without losing control and crashing to someone infront of me. Ahhhh.....!!! Any advice for me?
Kate, on Thursday, 15. November 2007 at 12:07 AM
... I am simply appalled at some of the people on this website. That's all I have to say.
Jayne, on Saturday, 24. November 2007 at 03:20 PM
If you have a European licence do you have to take a new test in Saskatchewan
chris, on Monday, 26. November 2007 at 05:32 PM
you idiots with DUI's and DWI's should never be aloud to drive. Get off the roads
ana, on Saturday, 01. December 2007 at 10:08 PM
i wanna get a sample or practise test for auto driver licence written exam for new jersey coz i`m having my exam on monday.
thanxxxxx
stephanie, on Saturday, 08. December 2007 at 11:30 PM
Hi my name is stephanie and i have had my permit for about 2 years and i want to get my license. I already took it once and failed and i am embaressed to fail again what should i do?
Walter H, on Tuesday, 11. December 2007 at 06:58 AM
Stephanie, don't be embarassd to fail again. You won't be the only one!
Jeff Sutton, on Wednesday, 12. December 2007 at 04:00 AM
Residency requirements for Ontario license?
Originally from Ontario, nine years ago I moved abroad from Alberta and am still a non-resident of Canada. Alberta has a residency requirement for their driver's licenses therefore I was not able to renew it so I obtained a license from the country I was in.
I've recently moved to another country and am considering an Ontario license as it is my birth province.
Does anyone know if Ontario has a similar residency requirement as Alberta, or whether a non-resident can obtain a license?
Thanks
Jeff
jms1966@mac.com
DK, on Saturday, 15. December 2007 at 11:19 AM
Jeff,I think you will find that Ontario has a similar set up and it may be even tougher because Ontario has a graduated system with two tests. Take a look here -
http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/dandv/driver/exchange.htm
amanda, on Saturday, 15. December 2007 at 10:39 PM
If you go to get your license and they don't let you because you've missed too much school, how long after do you have to wait until you can go to get your license again?
Shay, on Friday, 21. December 2007 at 04:48 PM
I want to know how much would a license cost if it got lost and a Florida I.D. card, if anyone would know.
Please help me!
Richard, on Monday, 24. December 2007 at 04:51 AM
I have a (South Africa issued) International Drivers license. How long can I drive in Vancouver, BC, Canada, before I must obtain my Canadian license ?
My wife (44 yrs) and daugther (24 yrs) have South African licenses. When we move to Vancouver, Canada, how can they convert their licenses to drive there ?
My 17 yrs old daughter would like to obtain her license when we get to Vancouver. How would she go about doing so ? Where & Who do one contact ?
marro, on Wednesday, 26. December 2007 at 12:48 PM
how many times can u fail the g1......i know its $10 each time i failed twice i wanna know how many chances we have
jess, on Friday, 28. December 2007 at 01:39 PM
hey...so i got my permit in indiana, but we moved right after out to arizona...do i need to retake my permit written test here too, or can i just take the driving test to get an arizona licensce with an indy permit?
laurie, on Tuesday, 01. January 2008 at 02:05 PM
how much is a learners permit in ontario
Walter H, on Tuesday, 01. January 2008 at 11:53 PM
Laurie,
You'll find all the info you need here
http://www.drivetest.ca/en/license/Fee.aspx
tanner, on Thursday, 03. January 2008 at 04:56 PM
how long do u have to wait when u get ur beginers to get ur full licence??????????????????
caitlin, on Saturday, 05. January 2008 at 04:51 PM
how many questions are you allowed to get wrong, and not fail?
Kellie, on Monday, 07. January 2008 at 06:47 PM
I heard that their changing the law in canada so if your born after 1990, you can't get your g1 till your 18..does anyone know when that law is being changed?
sabrina, on Tuesday, 08. January 2008 at 04:26 PM
i got my G1 during march break 06' and i have procrastinated with the lessons. How long do i have before i have to redo my G1??
Pain, on Sunday, 13. January 2008 at 05:00 PM
For you Lil Red, You spelled Speel, Like Speel. And both of you Unknown Characters, You should watch your own little textual mouths, People come on here for help with their questions. And don't correct something that you make wrong, both of your grammatical senses are poor, even at best. So don't contradict what you can't even accomplish yourself. In addition, Lil red, you are a pre teen girl, don't open your mouth, when you can't type either.
ashley, on Monday, 14. January 2008 at 02:23 AM
im trying to get my drivers licence and i just turned 18and im still in scool so do i have to get a permit or can i go ahead and get my driver licence?
tommy, on Monday, 14. January 2008 at 10:42 AM
t need to change my drivers licence over to ny do i need papers or just the ols licence
It doesn’t matter., on Tuesday, 15. January 2008 at 10:38 PM
To unknown
It doesn’t matter if some one spells a word wrong or not. You are being very immature. I mean your no genus, anyone can use spell check and grammar check. So cut the crap and stop Cridesiseing people. If all you do is examine everyone’s post to find little mistakes, then you need to get a life.
Haley, on Wednesday, 16. January 2008 at 01:46 PM
yea dude be nice to people .....o and im just bein bored in my study skills class so i don't have much to say .... im not even aloud to get my permit yet ... yea i no it sux.. well teachers commin bye pplez
rain, on Monday, 21. January 2008 at 02:47 AM
is there a height limit in getting drivers license?please reply..thank you
Ken, on Monday, 21. January 2008 at 10:31 AM
I don't think there's a height limit. At least I've never heard of on but you've got to be able to reach controls so you may have to make adjustments to your vehicle.
Gina, on Saturday, 26. January 2008 at 09:10 PM
Hi, Im from Nova Scotia, and Iam moving to Vancouver soon. I have my beginners or learning license down here, and I was wondering how I would go about gettin my license up there?? help please
DK, on Sunday, 27. January 2008 at 12:56 AM
Gina, I think you are going to have to get a new beginners license in B.C.
You can check it out at
http://www.icbc.com/licensing/
Kathryn, on Sunday, 27. January 2008 at 06:37 PM
I just relized today that my licence is almost 6 months exspired. What do I need to bring to get it renewed and do I have to retake any test? (I like in oklahoma)
DK, on Sunday, 27. January 2008 at 08:59 PM
Kathryn, go here and click on Oklahoma link
http://www.drivers.com/article/639/
Steve, on Monday, 28. January 2008 at 03:19 AM
Hey guys I'm 19 years old and living in the state of New Jersey. I can't find the answer to my question anywhere on the internet. If I'm 19 and I want to get my permit do I have to wait 6 months to get my license or can I get my license earlier because I'm over 18? I really need someone to answer my question because I have school in 4 months and I need my license!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reggie in Georgia =), on Saturday, 02. February 2008 at 09:59 PM
Hey, I'm 17 and I live in Georgia. I don't have a permit, but I will be 18 in a few months. Does anyone know if I will have to get a permit to get a license, and wait a full year, or can I just go and get it? Or, do I have to get a permit, and wait a shorter period of time?
Help!!!
Kaley, on Monday, 04. February 2008 at 10:15 PM
I am 16 years old...I am from arkansas.I havent passed my written part yet and I am about to take it for the 3rd time. Now that i am 16 how long do i have to have my permit in order to get my license
Caroline Bennett, on Tuesday, 05. February 2008 at 10:35 AM
I have had my license since the middle of my junior year of high school and I love driving!! I am 18 years old I am from Spokane, Washington and took me a while to get my license but the only thing that really stinks is that when you get your license you can't drive any of your friends in the car for 6 months with you unless you have a parent or someone older than 21 years of age in the car with you. then you can have friends in the car. But after 6 months you can have your friends in the and it is so much fun!!
stacy!, on Tuesday, 05. February 2008 at 11:07 PM
i've tried the road test once, and failed and from that im worried to try again. i dont know if im ready!
brandon, on Wednesday, 06. February 2008 at 09:47 AM
im 18 just finised drivers ed but havent held a learners for 9 onths can i get my liscense still
tyrus mills, on Wednesday, 06. February 2008 at 02:40 PM
what can i do to get help from someone im 27 years old need help getting my learner permits for then my driver licences can you help me please
holly homicide, on Monday, 11. February 2008 at 07:18 PM
all of you are idiots.
and stop asking where to find test
its called GOOGLE!!!!!
wtf?
baby_punkin, on Wednesday, 13. February 2008 at 04:16 PM
im nervous bout takin the test and when i do that i freak and mess up on studyin im almost 19 any suggestion on how to get over my fear?
Jennifer Elder, on Thursday, 21. February 2008 at 12:54 AM
I am 19 I just got my permit last mouth and I was told that because of my age I dont have to wait the six mouths. Is this true?
DK, on Thursday, 21. February 2008 at 03:51 PM
Depends on where you live. Check here
http://www.drivers.com/article/639/
find you state/province
baby_punkin, on Monday, 25. February 2008 at 07:49 PM
http://www.apnatoronto.com/ontario-g1-practice-test.html
sample test for signs and rules very easy
melmel, on Saturday, 01. March 2008 at 03:01 PM
im 15 and about to get my learners permit(in florida) but i am moving to georgia in about 4 months. can i get my florida permit swotched to a georgia perrmit without having to take the tests over or paying any fees??? please help me??
me!!!, on Wednesday, 05. March 2008 at 10:10 PM
im about to get my g2 and i have no i dea what to prepare for and i so lost
Nickle, on Friday, 07. March 2008 at 09:39 AM
Thanks baby_punkin for sharing this site. I prepared for my G1 test useing http://www.apnatoronto.com/ontario-g1-practice-test.html and found it very helpful.
Taylor, on Monday, 10. March 2008 at 09:33 AM
I'm 15 and should be getting my permit soon. But I'm not sure I took all the classes or tests yet. What do I do?
Sara, on Monday, 10. March 2008 at 12:46 PM
It's all in the driver's manual. The permit test is easy but you've got to know the signs and stuff. Most important is the laws on seatbelts and drinking and driving
JOEDRILL, on Friday, 14. March 2008 at 10:54 AM
DO I QUALIFY FOR A DRIVER'S LICENCE IN SOUTH AFRICA? I'M TURNING 18 THIS YEAR DECEMBER
Naqi, on Tuesday, 18. March 2008 at 11:17 AM
I used following site to prepare for my Alberta (Canada) Class 7 test, not fully covered the area but still good free resource:
http://www.apnacalgary.com/alberta-class7-practice-test.html
Cheers!
Anastasia, on Wednesday, 19. March 2008 at 10:13 AM
To LIl Red:
Hahaha!!!! I love how people try to humiliate others on their spelling. But they can't even include the right spelling in the "humiliation process"!!! Oh God... what's happening to our generation???
Connie, on Wednesday, 19. March 2008 at 12:36 PM
People are getting up tight about spelling and maybe it's a problem, but there's errors in even the best publications these days. No one is taking the time to either learn spelling or check their stuff before posting. But hey, folks, let's not get distracted from the REAL ISSUES.
Steven, on Monday, 24. March 2008 at 08:18 PM
Do you still have to wait 6 months (Arkansas) if you sixteen and already got your license or do you have to wait only 30 days?
Meg, on Thursday, 27. March 2008 at 08:06 PM
Ontario - I failed my G2 exit test which i booked after the expiry date. So i lost my license. I am looking to begin the process again. My examiner said something about having to start at the beginning but not having to go through the wait time between tests? does anyone know more about this???
Walter H, on Thursday, 27. March 2008 at 10:41 PM
Meg, you don't have to wait the 18 months (or one year with driver ed) between taking the G1 test and the G2 test, like other beginners do.
BLAH, on Monday, 31. March 2008 at 04:23 PM
I have mi license!!
Princy kalra, on Friday, 25. April 2008 at 12:49 PM
hi l am princy klara....... l wanna make a new driving licence..... could you please tell what type of papers(doucments) need for it
shequeta, on Saturday, 17. May 2008 at 12:15 AM
im 15 and live in illinois and tomorrow which is may 17,08 im leaving at 9:00 am in the morning to go to granite city i havent took any drivers ed classes at school but i have read the road book will they still let me get a permit tomorrow or what cuz i havent took nun of the tests can sumone tell me if itll work or not
DK, on Saturday, 17. May 2008 at 04:04 AM
Nope Shaqueta, you gotta take the test
jodi, on Sunday, 25. May 2008 at 09:34 PM
im 18, do i need to get a permit or can i just get my licence without a permit or do i have to get a permit first?
Jim, on Tuesday, 27. May 2008 at 11:31 AM
I am from Minnesota and have a current Minnesota drivers license. I am in the process of immigrating to Canada, and living in Quebec now. I know my drivers license is valid if I am simply vacationing in Canada, but at what point should I seek transfering my license, and does it transfer, or do I have to take the written and driving test?
Teddy, on Thursday, 29. May 2008 at 11:05 AM
I'm from Ontario, my G1 licence expired in last august (2007), I was wondering do I need to bring documents again to prove my identity, signature, etc. or can I show them my expired drivers licence?
nichiah123, on Thursday, 29. May 2008 at 04:07 PM
I have recently had a revoked drivers license in the state of North Carolina. Is there a state I can go to now and receive a drivers license? If so, which one and what do I need to do?
shortie, on Thursday, 05. June 2008 at 05:25 PM
i have a few questions can sumone help me answa dem
jmac, on Wednesday, 11. June 2008 at 05:31 PM
I live in canada and currently have a g1 licence. i will be planning on goin down to florida soon and was wondering if i am still aloud to drive even though i will be in the states
Amanda Sowry, on Sunday, 15. June 2008 at 07:55 PM
Hi I am moving to Florid and I am 22 I want to get a drivers licence but what do I need to do? Can I please have some advice? Also, do I need to get a learner's permit? Please help!
Admin, on Wednesday, 18. June 2008 at 08:04 PM
Amanda,
Clickon our link here
http://www.drivers.com/article/639/
and then click on FLORIDA for all the information you need
Ronjala Abney, on Friday, 20. June 2008 at 04:16 PM
If you had a permit that expired over a year ago, after taking another permit how long do you have to hold the permit the second time
Mike, on Saturday, 05. July 2008 at 02:59 PM
I live in BC where the driving laws have changed because of too many people who drive like idiots. I've been trying to pass my road test to get a class 5 license, but they keep failing me for stupid mistakes, mostly shoulder checks and scans. I find it really pathetic how I have to pay a price for so many stupid people who either look the wrong way or don't look at all on the road. 90 percent of them don't deserve to drive. Any advice?
andrew, on Monday, 07. July 2008 at 02:49 AM
im 15 and im not turing 16 for another 10 mounths i have read the booklet and i want to practice actually driving is there anyway i can do that
Walther H, on Monday, 07. July 2008 at 10:30 AM
You can practice off the road, under supervision of course. Most places highway traffic acts apply to pubic roads.Lots o fkids learn on farms at a much earlier age ... but watch out. there's lots of bad accidents on farms.
annamarie, on Saturday, 12. July 2008 at 05:50 PM
if i have a junior driver's license, (in PA) can i drive out of state on my own?
michelle, on Saturday, 19. July 2008 at 03:40 PM
i am 20 years old and i got my permit in april how long do i have to wait til i get get my license?
DK, on Sunday, 20. July 2008 at 02:29 PM
Depends where. In Ontario it's one year (8 months if you take driver ed) to get G2 license and drive solo
Meagan, on Tuesday, 29. July 2008 at 12:37 PM
I am turning 18 in about a month. I got my learners in MD about 3 months ago and now I would like to get my license or provisionals in VA. Is this possible? Since I am 18 so I still have to take driving school? Do I have to hold my learners permit for 6 moths?
I would appreciate anyones help.
Thank you.
Sarah, on Wednesday, 30. July 2008 at 04:15 PM
I already have a license from Ghana.I have come to halifax to sudy,how do i get a valid license?
Admin, on Wednesday, 30. July 2008 at 07:31 PM
Sarah, check out our TRAVEL section on driving in Nova Scotia
http://www.drivers.com/topic/189/
Tab, on Thursday, 31. July 2008 at 06:16 PM
I am from ILLINOIS. I am 19 years old. I have never had any training or a permit to drive. My dad doesnt have the time or dedication to teach me how to drive so that I can get my license. I have a boyfriend who is 20 who would teach me, but he thinks that he is not allowed to until he is 21, does anyone know how old he must be?? PLEASE HELP!
ginny, on Sunday, 24. August 2008 at 10:36 PM
when i moved to michigan all i had to do was give them my indiana license. now moving back to indiana i have to be tested again!!!
mara, on Monday, 25. August 2008 at 11:29 AM
how many can you get wrong on you florida dirving test
khaya, on Sunday, 14. September 2008 at 06:22 AM
I am from South Africa, what do to when you see that the examiner is fauling you?
Khaya, on Sunday, 14. September 2008 at 06:29 AM
I mean, if you are driving and you got 5 stop signs and in 4 of the you did every thing right and in the last 1 you forget the handbrick but did all the other things right. would you fail your license because of that?
ryan, on Friday, 19. September 2008 at 10:33 PM
when you are 16 can you just get your liscense and not get your permit in california
Gary, on Saturday, 20. September 2008 at 11:40 PM
License age in California is 18!
John, on Sunday, 05. October 2008 at 09:45 PM
John writes:
I wish someone would post a website that has a complete listing of schools and instructors for driving a car with a manual transmission in Canada and the United States. I would like to have some adult instruction on advanced techniques for myself and my sons because I am going to have a sports car soon that I don't want damaged.
DK, on Sunday, 05. October 2008 at 09:50 PM
John,
Check out the article at
http://www.drivers.com/article/909/
It's really hard to find a good manual shift driving school since many of the instructors teaching manual don't really know much about it.
I know of one school that does have a very high quality course and it's in Toronto.Check them out. I know they get students from across North America.
http://shifters.ca/
Bing, on Monday, 20. October 2008 at 02:22 AM
I have a prospective employer from Alberta, Canada as Bus Driver. I am 40+ and holder of DL for more than 20 years, How can i convert my Philippines Divers License to a Class 4 DL in Canada?
Admin, on Monday, 20. October 2008 at 10:53 AM
Bing
Take a look at our Driving in Alberta site
http://www.drivers.com/topic/166/
Jovie, on Tuesday, 21. October 2008 at 07:48 PM
I'm driving since 1996 but only in our country..i brought my driver's license with me and it will be expired on February 2009..Could you help me what to do how can i acquire a driver's license here in Ontario and if there's any advantage that i have with me my driver's license from our country?
pinky, on Tuesday, 18. November 2008 at 01:49 PM
i have G1 licence but i coudn't taken G2 now the G1 is expired this december so again i have to write G1 to get G2
pls answer me
thanks
DK, on Tuesday, 18. November 2008 at 03:29 PM
Pinky,You don't say what where you live. For guidance information go to www.drivershandbook.com which has licensing information for the U.S., Canada and seveal other countries.
if you are in Ontario, go here:
http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/dandv/driver/renewal.htm
Here's what it says about renewing G1;
"These classes of licences are not renewable upon expiry. Approximately six months prior to the expiry date of the licence a Notice of Novice Driver's Licence Expiry will be mailed to the driver to the last address registered on the ministry's database. This notice will detail the level achieved, and what options the driver has to re-qualify or exit the graduated licensing system.
A novice driver whose licence has been expired must reapply as a new driver and pass the required tests (vision, knowledge, road tests)."
