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Florida Driving Test (Road Test)
Note: Per Florida Statute 322.56(3)(b) and (e), a customer who takes (and passes) the Class E Knowledge or Skills Exam through an authorized Third Party Administrator may be randomly selected for a mandatory re-test without prior notice. After a re-test with a passing score is completed in a driver license or tax collector office, the driver license will be issued. More information can be found on our Applying for a New License (Teen Drivers) in Florida page. If you're 18 years old or older, you will be able to apply for your FL driver's license. Apply for a FL Driver's License. Florida is compliant with the federal REAL ID Act.
When you get your drivers license in Florida you have to take a behind the wheel driving test. The most common question we receive about the driving test is 'what exactly will I be tested on?'.
The road test is not required when you get your Florida learners permit or restricted license. When you get you learners permit you are required to take a Drug and Alcohol Traffic Education course and a DMV Permit Test.
Behind the Wheel Road Test
Class E License - an operators license or Class E license is the Florida drivers license you get when you are ready to drive on your own after having a learners permit for a year or if you're an adult age 18 or older. To get your operators license you will need to pass a behind the wheel test and perform specific maneuvers.
Test Car - you must bring your own car (the DMV does not provide cars) and it must be in good running condition. Make sure you have already tested the turn signals, brake lights, parking lights and horn to ensure everything works. Double check the glove compartment to make sure the vehicle registration and auto insurance is current.
Schedule an appointment at a DMV Office to take the Road Test referred to as the 'Driving Test Class E License'.
Florida Driving Road Test Maneuvers
Following is a list of the maneuvers in the Florida Drivers Handbook you need to practice to pass for the road test known as the Driving Skills Exam:
Three Point Turn
Turn you car around in a 20 to 40 foot space.
Approaching a Crossing
Get in the proper lane and look in all directions.
Observe Right-of-Way
Allow pedestrians to cross. Pull over and stop for emergency vehicles to pass. Do not enter an intersection where you will interfere with other traffic.
Straight-In Parking
When parked your the vehicle should be centered inside the space with no part of the vehicle extended out in the traffic lane.
Parking on a Grade
Know the proper parking techniques for uphill and downhill, with and without a curb.
Stop Quickly
Make a quick and safe stop when the driver examiner instructs you to.
All drivers getting their first drivers license in Florida are required to complete certain steps by Florida Law. This applies to those getting a learner permit or restricted license.
The Permit Test is required in addition to the DATA Course to obtain a learners license or drivers license for the first time.
DMV Exam also called Permit Test is available online for ages 14 1/2 to 17. Age 18 and older must take this test at a local DMV office.
Permit Test covers road signs, traffic laws, and road rules. Whereas, the DATA course focuses more on how drugs and alcohol effect a person and effects their driving abilities.
DMV Approved online Permit Tests:
- DMV Exam on HighSchoolDriver.com - the site provides information for teens.
- DMV Exam on 123Driving.com - the site provides information for teens and new adult drivers.
Step 1 - Drug Alcohol Traffic Awareness Course
The first step to get your drivers license is to complete a Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education course. This course must be taken by anyone - regardless of age - getting their first drivers license in Florida or learners permit. The course is also known as DATA, DATE and TLSAE.
Step 2 - DMV Test Preparation and Practice Test
Once you have completed the DATA course the next step is to take the DMV Test. This is a written test that covers Florida road signs, road rules and traffic laws. The DMV Permit Test is available online for ages 14 1/2 to 17.
Age 18 and older must take the DMV Test at a local DMV Office.
How to Prepare for the DMV Test:
Before you take your DMV Test it is important to:
- Study the Florida Drivers Handbook
- Take Free Permit Practice Tests
- You get 3 chances to pass the Permit Test online so be sure to study well in advance. Each re-take will have a cost.
Permit Test topics covered: Braking, Car Accidents, Distracted Driving, DUI, Car Insurance Laws, Making Turns, Parking, Passing, Right of Way, Road Signs, Seat Belt Laws, and Speed Limits.
Step 3 - Take your DMV Test Online or at a Local DMV Office
Now that you've read the Florida Drivers Handbook and take free practice permit tests available online the final step in getting your learners permit is to take your DMV Test. The DMV Test can be taken online or at a local DMV office.
Florida Drivers License Test
- DMV Test has 50 questions. As soon as you get 40 questions correct you will pass the exam.
- Questions are multiple choice and mostly cover road rules (approximately 45 of them) and road signs (about 5 of them.)
- 60 Minutes are allowed to complete the exam.
- Ages 14 1/2 to 17 are eligible to take the DMV Exam online.
- Age 18 and older must take the DMV Exam at a DMV Office. It is advised to make an appointment online to take the exam otherwise you may be waiting for hours in busy DMV offices.
- Bring the necessary ID and documents.
Florida Permit Test Sample Questions:
The road rule questions are mostly presented in a scenario format to make sure you know how to react to specific situations when driving.
If you failed to answer a traffic summons, would you be able to renew your license?
Florida Drivers License Practice Tests
If you receive twelve points within twelve months how long will your license be suspended?
Driver License Test Online
Both your judgment and vision are effected after drinking alcohol. Which is effected first?
Can you be issued a ticket for driving too slow?
At what places is it unlawful to overtake and pass?
What is the maximum speed limit in a residential area if there is no speed limit posted?
If your name has been legally changed, how would you go about getting it changed on your driver license?