Category: Manitoba Driver’s Test

Alcohol Driving while impaired Impaired drivers usually fail to recognize they’re impaired. Alcohol or drug impairment delays reaction times, distorts vision and impairs judgment. Combining drugs and alcohol increases the impairment and is very dangerous. Never mix drugs and alcohol — even in small quantities. Alcohol is a depressant, not a stimulant. It reduces alertness…

Running off the Pavement If your vehicle goes onto the shoulder of the road: Blowouts A front-tire blowout tends to cause the vehicle to swerve to the side of the blowout, making steering very difficult. In the case of a rear-tire blowout, the rear end of the vehicle sways from side to side. Should a…

Ice, Sleet or Snow You are responsible for keeping full control of your vehicle at all times, even under poor driving conditions. Daytime Use of Headlights Using headlights during the day can significantly reduce the chances of a collision because your vehicle is easier to see. Reduced Visibility By law, while driving a vehicle, you…

Circle Check — Exterior of Vehicle As a driver, you are responsible for ensuring that your vehicle is safe to drive. Vehicles should be thoroughly checked at least twice a year. A police officer can order you to have defective equipment repaired immediately. If you fail to comply, your vehicle registration may be suspended until…

Backing Up Before backing up, check for anyone or anything behind you, both by looking in your mirrors and over your shoulder. This includes checking carefully for children who may be too small to be in your direct line of vision. With your foot on the brake, put the vehicle in reverse. If you are…

Crosswalks Pedestrians have the right-of-way at both marked and unmarked crosswalks. Unmarked crosswalks — These are extensions of sidewalks across a road at an intersection. No markings or signs are required. However, precaution should be taken at all times. Marked crosswalks — These include crosswalks at intersections controlled by traffic lights, school crosswalks and pedestrian crosswalks. As…

Speed A safe speed allows you to stop safely in emergency situations. Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit is 90 km/h in rural areas and 50 km/h in urban areas. Poor driving conditions will require you to drive more slowly. At no time should you exceed the posted maximum speed limit. Driving safely can…

Starting Out Steering — Hand Position Most vehicles are equipped with power steering and adjustable steering wheels that make operating the vehicle easier and more comfortable for the driver. It’s recommended that the steering wheel be held with your hands at the 9 o’clock and 3 o’clock positions. This will allow for good control and,…

Sign Shapes and Colours Signs, signals and pavement markings help indicate the rules of the road designed for the safe movement of vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists. As a driver, you’re required to know them. The shapes of signs enable you to identify them in darkness, fading light, fog, rain or snow. Fluorescent yellow-green pentagon indicates school area. Drive…

Manitoba’s One-Piece Driver’s Licence When you’re issued a new Manitoba driver’s licence, you will be provided with a temporary driver’s licence certificate (valid for up to 45 days). You must carry your temporary driver’s licence certificate with you at all times until you receive your permanent, one-piece driver’s licence in the mail. When you get…