Takanini - Key Driving Test Focus Points

Always Know What Is Around You

• Always know what is happening behind you, beside you, and ahead of you.
• Before making any movement, check what is next to you and in your blind spot.

Before Braking

• Check your centre mirror before braking or slowing down.
• Know what is behind you before reducing your speed.

Before Turning

• Before turning, know what is happening beside you.
• Indicate, check your centre mirror and blind spot, then make the turn when safe.
• Maintain good road positioning throughout the turn.

Head Checks

• Turn your head approximately 90° for a clear blind-spot check.
• Don't rely only on your mirrors or move just your eyes.
• Make the head check obvious and look directly into the area beside you.

Indicate & Shoulder Check When:

• Merging
• Changing lanes
• Moving around parked cars
• Parallel parking
• Three-point turns
• U-turns
• Curbside parking
• Passing other vehicles
• Using turning bays

Passing Parked Cars on Narrow Roads

• If you need to move over the centre line to pass parked cars, indicate before moving across.
• Check for oncoming traffic and make sure it is safe before moving.
• Return to your side of the road as soon as it is safe.

Gap Selection at Crossroads

• Know who has the right of way before you reach the intersection.
• Look ahead and identify the give-way or stop requirements early.
• Be ready to take a safe gap without rushing.
• Don't assume other drivers will give way to you.