Hello Dear Friends,
Are you preparing for your G road test? Then this week’s article on “G Road Test Evaluation Criteria” is just for you.
There are many myths floating around about the G test, such as:
• “They fail you on purpose.”
• “Getting a direct G license is almost impossible.”
• “I failed just because I didn’t check my blind spot.”
• “The examiner didn’t like me.”
• “I drove perfectly, but…”
Let’s clarify some of these misconceptions.
How Are You Evaluated?
Examiners don’t know you personally. They evaluate you based on the official test criteria. Mistakes are recorded, and unless you make a critical error, your total score is based on the number of minor mistakes.
⚠️ What Are Critical Errors?
In general, critical errors include:
• Driving behaviors that could cause an accident (e.g., almost hitting a barrier).
• Dangerous actions (e.g., entering a highway without checking or at low speed).
• Traffic rule violations (e.g., failing to stop at a stop sign or turning right on red without fully stopping).
• Insufficient driving skills (e.g., not maintaining your lane).
• Excessive minor errors.
Evaluation Criteria:
Before the Test Begins:
• You will be asked how many times in the past 3 months you’ve driven on highways (400-series roads) at speeds over 80 km/h and your average distance.
• If you lack sufficient highway experience, your test may be canceled before it starts, and you will lose 50% of your fee.
• The examiner will check your car for functional signals, brake lights, a working horn, and no cracks on the windshield. Any issues, and you won’t be allowed to take the test.
• You must wear a mask while waiting inside the car. Failure to comply may result in your test being canceled.
During the Test:
Each driving action is evaluated individually. Mistakes are recorded and contribute to your final score. Below are the key areas evaluated:
1. Turns (Approaching Intersections):
• Lane Selection: Wrong or late lane changes.
• Signals: No signal, late signal, or signaling after entering the lane.
• Traffic Checks: Not checking mirrors or blind spots.
• Speed: Inconsistent, braking errors, or incorrect speed choice.
• Following Distance: Less than 2–3 seconds.
2. Turns (When Stopped):
• Failure to come to a complete stop (e.g., rolling stops).
• Poor positioning (e.g., crossing the line or incorrect steering).
• Missing traffic checks.
3. Completing Turns:
• Missing traffic checks (e.g., not looking left-right-left or checking blind spots).
• Incorrect speed (too fast, too slow, or hesitating).
• Wide or short turns.
4. After the Turn:
• Incorrect lane selection or poor lane discipline.
• Failing to match traffic speed.
5. Lane Changes:
• Missing traffic checks (e.g., mirrors, blind spots, or indecisiveness).
• Improper signaling or timing.
• Incorrect speed (too fast or slow).
• Poor execution (e.g., sharp turns, not centering in the lane).
6. Residential and Commercial Areas:
• Missing traffic checks (e.g., mirrors every 10 seconds).
• Incorrect speed (e.g., exceeding the limit or inconsistent speed).
• Poor following distance or missing blind spot checks.
7. Roadside Stops:
• Approaching: Missing signals, traffic checks, or incorrect speed.
• Parking: Improper parallel positioning or blocking driveways.
• Exiting: Forgetting to disengage the handbrake, improper signaling, or sudden acceleration.
8. Parallel Parking:
• Approaching: Missing signals or traffic checks.
• Parking: Multiple attempts, hitting the curb, or improper positioning (e.g., too far from or not parallel to the curb).
• Exiting: Improper signaling or abrupt acceleration.
9. Three-Point Turns:
• Missing signals, traffic checks, or blind spot checks.
• Hitting the curb or needing multiple adjustments.
10. Highway Entry and Exit:
• Entry: Missing traffic checks, blind spots, or incorrect merging speed.
• On the Highway: Not maintaining speed, improper following distance, or missing checks every 5 seconds.
• Exit: Missing signals, slowing down too early, or abrupt lane changes.
11. Curves:
• Incorrect speed or braking.
• Lane violations or steering errors.
12. Stop Intersections:
• Missing traffic checks when approaching or stopped.
• Not coming to a complete stop or stopping in the wrong position.
13. Traffic Light Intersections:
• Missing traffic checks or driving at inconsistent speeds.
• Not being prepared to stop or failing to maintain a safe following distance.
As you can see, there are many criteria! Understanding what you will be evaluated on greatly increases your chances of passing the test—it’s like knowing the questions before the exam.
I hope this information helps you. Wishing you the best of luck and success in your road tests!
Orhan Hoca
Licensed Driving Instructor
647 984 4682
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