Under certain circumstances, customers may want to receive lessons in their own/family vehicle. This is a good idea where the car will be used for a Driver’s Test. It is also a good idea when a learner has a new car and wishes to familiarise themselves with it prior to licensing. RoadQuest Driving Academy is able to offer customers training in their vehicle, provided that the student is a Class 5 Learner and the vehicle is registered, roadworthy and comprehensively insured.

Prior to any training being conducted in the customer’s vehicle, the instructor should inspect the vehicle for its roadworthiness. The inspection should include, but is not limited to, a check of the following items;

• The registration label is valid, current, intact and displayed appropriately
• The vehicle is comprehensively insured and the customer’s insurance company is notified that it will be used by a driving instructor to conduct training in
• The tires:
  
  • are correctly inflated (air pressures must reflect the manufacturer’s recommendation as a minimum).
  • have appropriate levels of tread
  • are not damaged
• All indicators, headlights and brake lights are working
• Seats and seat belts are in good working order and are not damaged or twisted
• Any loose items in the cabin of the vehicle are stowed in the cargo (boot) area
• The windows and interior are clean
• The vehicle has sufficient gas to last the course of the lesson (minimum requirement – a quarter of a tank)

Definitely easy. Nothing to worry about blending of gas and brake. Manual or stick transmissions are harder. Proper training on handling the stick is essential.

When you are ready, your RoadQuest can book test upon your consent or you may book directly to ICBC and provide them the information. Once they have a spot then date and time are handed for you.

This depends on the individual, as every student has different abilities, needs, levels of experience and different opportunities to practice. Be aware of anyone who “quotes” a number of lessons over the phone as it is impossible, without first assessing your current skill levels. Once one of our Driving Instructors have assessed your current skill level, ability and have ascertained how much practice you can obtain between lessons, we will be able to provide you with an accurate estimate.

The decision to learn in an automatic transmission or a manual car depends upon many factors including personal choice, skill level, confidence and the cars you are able to practice in. It is important to be aware. Definitely when going for a road test, automatic is best.

This timeframe will vary for absolutely every student. You are ready for the practical driving test when you can drive confidently and consistently without the help of your RQ instructor. As you are getting closer, your Instructor will run you through a mock test to demonstrate what stage you are up to.