Independent driving
From 4 October 2010 your practical driving test will include a section of ‘independent driving’.
During your test you’ll have to drive by either following traffic signs, a series of directions, or a combination of both, for about ten minutes.
If you're asked to follow a series of verbal directions, you'll be shown a diagram to help you.
It doesn't matter if you don't remember every direction, or if you go the wrong way - that can happen to the most experienced drivers.
Independent driving is not a test of your orientation and navigation skills. Driving independently means making your own decisions - this includes deciding when it’s safe and appropriate to ask for confirmation about where you’re going.
To watch independent driving in action click below.