The G2 road test checks whether you can apply basic driving skills safely and consistently. Your aim is not to memorise a test route; it is to develop observation, communication, vehicle control and judgement that work on any suitable road.

Four habits to build

Scan continuously

Look well ahead for signs, signals, pedestrians, cyclists, intersections, parked vehicles and changing traffic. Check mirrors regularly so you know what is happening behind and beside you.

Lane-change routine

1. Check traffic and mirrors.
2. Signal your intention.
3. Check the appropriate blind spot.
4. Move only when the space is safe.
5. Cancel the signal and continue scanning.

Approach turns at a controlled speed. Check traffic, signal, use the correct lane and scan the intersection before committing. Watch particularly for pedestrians and cyclists crossing your path.

At stop signs

Where a stop is required, bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Observe carefully before proceeding and accept only a safe gap.

Parallel parking

Approach and position carefully, observe around the vehicle and reverse slowly. Learn to judge your vehicle's position rather than relying entirely on memorised steering counts.

Three-point turn

Select a safe location with adequate visibility. Observe before every movement and keep the vehicle under slow control.

Roadside stop

Choose a safe place, check traffic, signal and pull over smoothly. Before moving away, check mirrors and the appropriate blind spot, signal and enter traffic only when safe.

The full G road test assesses more advanced driving developed through experience. Your driving should show early planning, smooth control, effective observation, safe speed and space management, and confident decisions on major roads and expressways.

Entering

1. Observe expressway traffic early.
2. Use the acceleration lane to build an appropriate speed for conditions.
3. Signal and identify a safe gap.
4. Check mirrors and the appropriate blind spot.
5. Merge smoothly when safe.

Exiting

Identify the exit early, move into the appropriate lane in good time, signal, enter the deceleration lane safely and adjust speed for the exit conditions.

Look farther ahead so you can respond progressively instead of braking or steering suddenly. Maintain an appropriate following distance and increase space when conditions make stopping or visibility more difficult.

Lane changes

Plan early, check mirrors, signal, check the appropriate blind spot and change lanes smoothly when there is adequate space. Avoid unnecessary weaving or last-second movements.

On busy roads, watch for buses, cyclists, pedestrians, vehicles emerging from driveways, turning traffic and changing signals. Keep enough space around the vehicle to preserve options.

Hazard routine

1. Identify the developing hazard.
2. Reduce risk by changing speed or position when appropriate.
3. Communicate clearly if you need to change position.
4. Reassess continuously.

Drive normally and safely. Listen to directions but make your own safety decisions. Do not rush a movement because you think the examiner expects it immediately. If a direction is unclear, ask for clarification while continuing to drive safely.