Driving skills syllabus

8   Driving straight

Aim

• To legally and safely drive the vehicle on a straight road in normal traffic conditions.
• To position the vehicle correctly in relation to the road and other road users.
• To stay within the posted speed limit and maintain place in traffic flow.

Situation

• In a 50 km/h zone.
• On a two-way road with intersecting roads and no traffic lights.

The driver should

• Keep the vehicle in the centre of the lane.
• Keep the vehicle a safe distance from parked vehicles, kerbside hazards and oncoming vehicles.
• Drive at an appropriate speed for the conditions.
• Maintain their place in the traffic flow and keep a safe following distance (at least a two-second gap).
• Check the mirrors regularly – about every 10 seconds.
• Consistently search forward and to both sides to identify potential hazards.
• Perform the tasks at least three times.

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Last updated: 30 April 2009