If your test with your local driving school is coming up, it’s normal to feel a little nervous. Operating a vehicle is a big responsibility, making it essential to practice diligently and learn the rules of the road. Yet, myths surrounding driver’s tests abound, many of which increase anxiety without cause. Learn about some of the most common myths to help you relax before arriving at the driving school for your test.

The Driving School Test Myths

1. Driving Instructors Enjoy Failing Drivers

While movies and television shows have encouraged this myth, as well as disgruntled drivers looking to place blame, most driving instructors are friendly, courteous professionals who want to see their drivers succeed. They often provide helpful advice before tests start and remain calm and patient during the exams.

2. Good Drivers Always Pass on the First Try

People don’t have to be “bad” at driving to fail the test. There are certain mistakes even good drivers make that cause them to fail, including not knowing what to do at four-way stops, changing lanes in intersections, and tailgating. No matter how skilled you are as a driver, it’s important to practice and have a thorough understanding of the road rules.

3. There Are Daily & Weekly Quotas for Passing Students

The idea that driving instructors pass only a select number of students per day or week is a complete fabrication. Pass/fail quotas do not exist, so it does not matter if you’re the first, second, or 15th student the instructor has seen that day. All that matters is your performance behind the wheel.

4. Driving Slowly Helps You Pass

You may think driving slowly paints you as a cautious driver to the instructor, but it can have the opposite effect. While speeding and otherwise driving recklessly are surefire ways to fail the test, so are hesitating frequently and driving too slowly. Both actions can block traffic, irritate other drivers, and result in traffic fines.

Prepare for your driver’s test at Sure-Drive Driver's Training. Serving Edgewood, Villa Hills, Park Hills, Fort Wright, and the surrounding areas in Kentucky, you’ll enjoy budget-conscious driving lessons from dedicated instructors. Call the driving school that’s helped put safe drivers on the road for 25 years today at (859) 331-0007 to get started or learn more online. Like the driving school on Facebook for driver safety tips.