Driver’s Education State Test Review

*Cell Phones  Driving and using a cellular phone is illegal  However there are 3 times when you are permitted to use your cell phone while driving  1) Fire  2) Traffic Accident  3) Medical Emergency

*Parking on a Hill  Uphill parking with a curb turn your wheels away from the curb  Uphill parking without a curb turn your wheels away from the roadway  Downhill parking with a curb turn your wheels toward the curb  Downhill parking without a curb turn your wheels away from the roadway

*Selling Your Automobile  Do not discard your license plates, keep them in your garage, or loan them to a friend.  License plates must be returned to the Motor Vehicle inspection facility

*Remedial Training Classes  Under GDL Law a person is required to attend remedial training classes under the following conditions:  1) Accumulation of 4 or more points on your license  2) Conviction of a DUI  3) Note: Probationary period lasts for 1 year

*City Driving  A good habit to practice and use is to look 12 seconds ahead when driving in the city  Why do you think this is an effective method to use while driving in the city?

Right Lane Passing  You may only pass the driver ahead of you when that driver is turning left and there is a proper lane on the right

*Blood Alcohol Content  In the state of New Jersey the legal limit is.08  Three factors that will affect your BAC are:  1) The amount you drink  2) Your weight  3) Time you take to drink

*Alcohol  Remember:  A 12 oz. bottle of beer  A 5 oz. glass of wine  And 1 ½ ounces of 80 proof whiskey  Have the SAME amount of alcohol!

*Driving safely with Trucks & Busses  Be aware of the following factors while driving with Trucks & Busses:  1) Trucks and Busses have limited visibility  2) They have longer stopping distances  3) They have poor maneuverability

*Truck & Busses (Continued)  When driving with large trucks or busses you should always:  1) Give more roadway to a truck making a wide turn  2) Leave more space when stopping behind a truck or bus  3) Maintain a consistent speed when passing

*School Busses  When the red lights are flashing you may not pass a school bus  However if the red lights are not on you may pass at a speed of no more than 10 m.p.h.

Mopeds  Be aware that a valid basic driver’s license or a motorcycle license will also allow you to operate a moped without penalty

Implied Consent Law  Note that once you sign for your full license at 18 you are automatically giving your consent to take a breath test following an arrest for a suspected drinking and driving offense

*Changing your address  Note that by law you are required to report a change of address to the Division of Motor Vehicle Services within a time period of 1 week

*Avoiding Traffic Signals  The only time a driver is allowed to drive on public or private property to avoid a traffic light is when directed to do so by a police officer. This violation is a 2 point penalty

*Uncontrolled Intersections & Multi-way Stops  When coming to an intersection that does not have signs or signals it is good practice to be ready to stop. However, if it is a multi-way stop sign – yield to the person on you right. Remember you always want to be a DEFENSIVE driver

*Blind Spots  All cars, trucks, and busses have blind spots  In addition a truck or bus may have more and or larger blind spots  Blind spots are also known as No-Zones

Emergency Vehicles  As a driver you must pull over as far right as possible and STOP!  Always let them pass you

Yielding  Remember as a driver it is your responsibility to yield to the following:  Emergency vehicles  Pedestrians  Other vehicles already in the intersection

*Yield Sign - Triangle

*Probationary Driver License  Age 17 – Probationary License (minimum 1 year)  No driving between 11:01 pm and 5:00 am  No using cell phones, hand-held video games or any other hand-held electronic devices.  Permit holder must be accompanied in the front seat by an adult.  Must display decals on license plates  Passenger Restrictions – dependents & one additional unless accompanied by parent / guardian

*Seatbelts  Keep you from being thrown from the car  Keep you from hitting the windshield or dashboard  Keep you from sliding off the seat and losing control of the car  REMEMBER BY LAW THE DRIVER AND ALL PASSENGERS MUST WEAR THEIR SEATBELT!!!!

*New Jersey Vehicle Insurance  MANDATORY – Liability coverage  OPTIONAL – Fire damage, theft, and collision coverage

Expressway Driving  Left lane technically is for passing only  Right lane technically is for entering and exiting  If you miss your exit simply go on to the next exit to get off  To avoid highway hypnosis try not to look at any one thing for more than a few seconds

*Driving with your Student Permit  You must have an adult driver in the front seat  You must have your student permit with you  You must have your registration and insurance ID card with you at all times  You must display decals on license plates

*NJ Business, School or Residential Area Driving

*Stop Sign – Eight Sided / No Parking - 50 Feet

*Turn Signals (Blinkers)  Left turn signal is DOWN Right turn signal is UP You must signal at least 100 FEET in advance before turning  Use when turning, changing lanes, stopping, and slowing down

*Special Driver Examination Permit  Must be at least 17  Must pass knowledge, vision, & road test  Must have completed a minimum of six months of supervised driving without any suspensions or postponements

*Warning Sign - Diamond

*Insurance Surcharges  Conviction of the following will result in Insurance Surcharges:  Operating Under the Influence of Drugs / Alcohol  Refusing to take a Breathalyzer Test

*Drugs and Driving  Drugs may affect basic driving skills  The driver’s senses and judgement will become impaired  Some cold pills may have side effects  Make sure you always read the bottle for these side effects before driving

Drinking and Driving  Be aware that if a person gets drunk in your home and gets into a motor vehicle accident after leaving your home you may become involved in a lawsuit.

*Drifting  While driving, if you drift onto a dirt shoulder make sure you do the following:  Slow down and slightly turn the steering wheel towards the roadway.

*Brake Failure  If your breaks suddenly give out the first thing you must do is shift to a lower gear and pump the breaks several times.

*High Beams  High beams should only be used while driving in rural areas and when there is no traffic in sight.

*Approaching Curves  Realize that your vehicle may tend to keep going straight when approaching a curve on the roadway.

*GDL Program – Supervising Driver  The following criteria must be met by the supervising driver.  1) Must 21 years old and seated in the front seat.  2) Must be a NJ licensed driver  3) Must be licensed for a minimum of 3 years.

*Pedestrians  Failure to stop for a pedestrian in a crosswalk will result in the following penalty:  $500, up to 25 days in jail, 6 months suspension, 2pts, and community service

*School Busses  You may pass a school bus in either direction at 10 mph provided the red lights and stop sign are not flashing

*Skidding  If you vehicle goes into a skid you should do the following:  Take your foot off of the gas pedal and turn your wheels into the direction of the skid

*Hydroplaning  Driving at a speed of 35 mph or more on wet road surfaces can cause the tires to hydroplane and the motorist to lose control of the vehicle.  To avoid hydroplaning slow down and drive on the highest point of the road.

*Suspended Driving Privileges  Reasons for postponement or suspension of driving privileges to any unlicensed person between 13 – 21 years old include:  DUI  Graffiti  Setting false alarms

*GDL Program Violations  A $100 fine and or possible suspension of driving privileges will result in any violations of the GDL program

*Driving with a Suspended License  If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident that causes injury, you are subject to a fine, continued suspension, and potential jail sentence

*Hand Signals  Arm bent down = Stop  Arm straight out = Left Turn  Arm bent up at 90 degree angle = Right Turn

*Double Fines  Motorists are subject to double fines committed on a:  Safe Corridor  Construction / Work Zone

*Road Test Vehicle  The vehicle used for the road test may not have any obstructions or consoles between the driver and the examiner.  Why?

*Standard Accident Prevention Formula  Be Alert  Be Prepared  Act In Time

*NJ Right on Red  Unless otherwise posted you can make a right on red in NJ. Make sure you come to a full stop and check traffic before you do so.

*GDL Decal Procedure  1 reflective decal on the front AND rear license plate

*Altering a License  This may result in the following punishment:  Suspension, fine and up to 6 months in prison

*Highway Entering & Exiting  Acceleration Lane – an extra lane at a highway entrance  Deceleration Lane – an extra lane at a highway exit.

*Tire Blowout  If you have a tire blowout you must slow down gradually and remove your foot from the gas pedal. DO NOT PANIC!!!

*Deep Puddle  Immediately after driving through a large body of water – TEST YOUR BRAKES!

*Child Safety Seats  Child safety seats should be placed in the rear seat when possible.

*Parallel Parking  Parallel parking is the most common type of parking performed on city streets and that takes the most practice for new driver’s to master.

*Breath Test Refusal  Refusing a breath test in NJ will induce a fine of $1000 per year for 3 years

*Basic Driver License  You may obtain a basic driver license at age 18, with completion of all probationary requirements, and without any suspension or postponements.

*Illegal Driver’s License Application  Applying for a driver’s license illegally will result in the following consequences:  License suspension, a fine of $200 to $500, and/or imprisioment.

*Special Learner Permit Restrictions Under 21  The following passenger restrictions apply for a special learner permit under 21 years of age -  Dependents and only parents or guardians.

*Railroad Sign – Circle / Black & Yellow

*Gas Pedal Sticking  If your gas pedal sticks:  Keep your eyes on the road, shift to neutral, and steer the vehicle off of the roadway

*Driving in Reverse  The procedure is done as follows:  Your head and body should be turned to the right until you can see clearly out of the back window without the use of your mirrors.

*Rain, Snow or Ice  During daylight hours when it is raining, snowing or icy out, a motorist must put on their wipers and headlights.

*3 Second Plus Rule  Using this rule helps you maintain a safe following distance while driving.

*Alcohol & Driving  Alcohol may double the risk of having an automobile accident.  Having any alcohol in the body, even under the legal limit of.08%, can still cause a driver to be under the influence of alcohol

*Trucks and Stopping Distance  Trucks, due to the size and weight of these vehicles, will take on average 25% more time to stop in adverse conditions.