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Of
course you should. From beginners getting behind the driver seat
for the first time all the way to experienced drivers looking to
perfect or upgrade their skills, we have a course that is right
for you. Just take a look at all these Courses.
In
the Classroom
- How
to get your license.
- Signs,
lines, rules of the road, right-of-ways, corners, curves, steering
and visual tracking.
- Driving
in special conditions- rain, snow, skid-control, night driving,
high speed curves, emergency situations.
- Defensive
Driving: Proven formulas to help you stay out of accidents.
- How
your car runs- steering, brakes, engine, clutch, gears, tires.
- Insurance,
accident reports, drugs and alcohol.
- Videos-
most advanced, up-to-date films available.
In
the Car
- Introduction
to the car: explanation of all gauges, instruments and controls.
- Basics:
car controls and gear shifting (if applicable).
- Traffic
interaction: use of traffic lanes, pacing other traffic, right
and left turns, use of mirrors.
- Defensive
driving practice: following distances, strategic positioning,
planning, timing, communicating, interaction with pedestrians.
- Maneuvering
skills: up and down hill parking, two and three-point turns, angle
parking, parallel parking, and reverse.
- Downtown
Vancouver: over the bridges, one-way streets, compulsory turns,
advanced planning/observation skills.
- High
speed curves: Squamish Highway at maximum legal speed to improve
your judgment and vehicle control.
- Freeways:
entering and exiting.
- Government
road test preparation: a review of all skills and maneuvers needed
to pass the Road Test.
The
GLP is a relatively new system to BC drivers. Where before a new
BC driver would only have to 'pass' one level of testing for knowledge
and then one for practical, now there are 2 levels of testing that
a driver must achieve. This program is greatly improving driving
standards in BC and will continue to do so in the future. For more
information on this check out ICBC's
website.
We
are always willing to help out with studying for your 'learners'
permit. Contact the office staff at our North Van location for details
and pricing. If you just want to practice the test to see if you're
ready, ICBC has a great practice
test online for you.
We
offer help for all of our students with organizing their driver's
education. If you would like to use one of our vehicles for your
road test we can also arrange the booking for you. Otherwise you
can easily book one online for yourself with ICBC's online
booking system.
Class
4 licensing is the professional upgrade from Class 5 (i.e. Chauffeur's,
Taxi Drivers, etc). We provide Class 4 unrestricted training, which allows
for up to 24 passengers (plus yourself). we also provide Restricted driver training which allows for up to 9 passengers.
Licenses
from other accepted
countries (call the DSC to confirm status)
are valid for Class 5 licensing restrictions. There are many variations
that are constantly changing so it is a good idea to contact the
DSC (Driver Service Centre) for up-to-date information.
When
first starting out you need to get through your "Learner's" Test,
or Knowledge Test. Then once you have all of your practical skills
in place you will take the Level 1 On-road Test, or Class 7.
In
January 2000, ICBC started introducing the Level 2 Road Test for
GLP Class 7 drivers. This Road Test is not mandatory, but in order
to obtain the full privilege Class 5 drivers license, it is a must.
The testing criteria will be stringent, applicants will be tested
on the following global skills:
- Observation
- Space
Margins
- Speed
Control
- Steering
- Communication
- Hazard
Perception
The
Level 2 Road Test will be an hour in duration, with more than 50 General
Driving Segments included. There will be greater emphasis on:
- Smooth
and accurate handling of the vehicle.
- Compliance
with road signs, signals and lane markings.
- Defensive
Driving. Focusing especially on observation, space and time management.
The
successful applicant will demonstrate a much higher competency level,
than that required for Class 7.
For
your convenience we have weekend and evening classes available on
going. For the up to date schedule click "here".
If you are one of our bright young teenagers
we have special times for you. Check them out under the
"High School"
link in the same menu.
Depending
on the level instruction you need, we have a number of different
packages to cater to you. Just click on 'Rates'
in the menu at the top and all shall be revealed.
If
you wish to discontinue your training, the package contract is no
longer valid. The amount of hours completed in-class and in-car
will be billed at regular rates plus a $50 administration fee. This
total will be subtracted from the paid package fees and the remaining
amount will be refunded. If more than 2.5 hours of theory has been
completed we can not issue a refund. For a more detailed version
of our Refund Policy, please contact our office at:
(604)988-1138.
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