Al Khaber Driving School / Test

Good Morning Friends,  Well, after months of waiting, I was finally called to do my road test at Al Khaber Driving School and passed on the first try. I wanted to pass along some tips that I found helpful and some points that I think will help others pass on their first attempt.  I was the first to drive the vehicle in the morning and when I got in, I put my seatbelt on, then asked the other two gents in the back seat to put theirs on as well.  I adjusted the seat, then adjusted the mirrors. I made sure the instructor saw me do this. I waited for instructions, signalled and pulled out when he asked me too, turning off the hazards and putting down the emergency brake prior to pulling off.  I listened to each instruction the officer gave me, followed the street signs, speed limits, etc and drove very carefully.  I signalled when required and I went through 3 exits on the roundabouts and made sure that i was in the proper lane each time, and signalled properly when going through and exiting.  I kept my hands on the steering wheel at the 10 and 2 O'clock position. This allowed me complete control and I could see the gauges clearly.  When it came time to switch drivers, I signalled properly, pulled over, put on the vehicle in park, pulled the emergency brake and turned on the hazards.  Then I asked the instructor if it was okay to switch drivers, waiting for him to give the okay. 

The bottom line is this, drive carefully, follow the laws and be extra cautious.  The instructor actually praised me for driving so well. The other gents in the vehicle did not pass that day. They did not use their signals, drove over the speed limit and generally were terrible at driving.  I hope this helps some out there trying to pass the test. Best to you, drive safely!