Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Is it an instant fail if you hit the curb on your Oregon driving test at the DMV?
Alex from West Linn HS in Oregon asks: Hi i live in oregon, my friend just took the driving test and said if you hit the curb that is NOT an instant fail? is this true? can you please email me back
Hey Alex
It is my understanding that in Oregon, hitting the curb on your drive test is a potential auto fail. It really depends on two factors:
- how hard you hit the curb (did you barely touch it, scrape it, or did you run into it hard?)
- the examiner's point of view (some examiners are more laid back, some are more strict, or you might just catch an examiner in a bad mood). Each examiner will grade a little differently based on how they interpret the situation.
So my answer to you would be this: Don't touch the curb whatsoever because you are not supposed to. Give yourself at least 6 inches or more of cushion for peace of mind. That way, you don't have to worry about whether or not you will fail.
Hope that helps!
Until next time, stay away from that curb and off the sidewalk Alex!
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Thursday, June 04, 2009
I Got a Speeding Ticket Last April. and the COURT DATE is June 16, but my Cal-DL will expire before June 16 - Do I need to pay the bail w/ traffic school fee or just pay the bail?
Mike in California asks:
I Got a Speeding Ticket Last April. and the COURT DATE is June 16, but my Cal-DL will expire before June 16, for some reason I cant get an Extension/Renewal for my DL.
Do I need to pay the bail w/ traffic school fee or just pay the bail?
Do the traffic school ask for VALID DL to register?
?
Hey Mikey - a tough question, here's the best answer I can give you:
You need to pay your bail amount. You must pay the traffic school administration fee if you are planning on taking traffic school. The traffic school will ask for your Driver’s License number when you register, however the traffic school does not check whether it’s valid or not.
The reason you take traffic school is so your insurance rates don’t increase, and the point is removed from your driving record. It may be helpful to take traffic school if you are planning to renew your driver’s license in the future.
Hope that Help Mikey!!
Until next time, pay your bail, pay the traffic school administration fee, renew your driver’s license, and earn your permit certificate!
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Sunday, May 31, 2009
Hey Jonny - I live in Georgetown CA, can you help me find a Driving School?
Sam from Georgetown in California asks: Hey JDS - I live in Georgetown up in El Dorado County - can you tell me what driving school to go to? ?
Hey Sam I am, your question is a common one from people in smaller California towns. Often times in rural communities there aren't quality driving schools around unless you're willing to
drive out of your way. Fortunately for California high school students today, you can actually do your drivers ed from home or school if you can get online. Most of these online courses are definitely
legit and provide you with the same (if not better) education that you would get from a traditional 30 hour class room.
The only thing I would caution when selecting a driving school online is this: MAKE SURE THEY ARE DMV APPROVED! If you're looking for a course
that is reasonably priced but doesn't skimp on the quality education, I suggest you try http://www.driversed-ca.com/.
Hope that helps Sam in Georgetown, CA!
Until next time, find an online computer, sign up for drivers ed, and earn your permit certificate!
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Tuesday, May 19, 2009
I just got my permit, can I drive in my parent's car without my name being added to the insurance policy?
Yan from Harvard Westlake in Los Angeles, CA asks: Hey Jonny my good man. I just got my permit today!!!!!!!!!! Can I drive with my parents on their insurance, or do they have to add me to their insurance? You dig? ?
Hey there Yan, this question is easy to answer, though it may not help you too much. Every insurance company handles teen driver's with permits differently. Some auto insurance companies
allow teens with learners permits to drive as long as their parents have insurance on the vehicle being driven. Other insurance companies will require parents to add their son or
daughter to their insurance policy before the teen can legally drive the car.
Your best bet is to call your insurance company and see what their policy is.
Hope that helps, sorry I couldn't give you a yes or no answer - sometimes, that's the way the driving cookie crumbles...
Until next time, call your insurance company, see their policy for teen drivers, and practice legally with your parents!
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Sunday, May 10, 2009
If you are backing up your vehicle from a parking spot and accidentally hit a vehicle who is moving, will it be my fault?
Tommy from Westbury Christian in Houston Texas asks: When you're backing up the vehicle from a parking spot, i accidentally hit the vehicle who is moving. Will it be my fault? At that time, i only backed up a small distance. ?
First let me say, I hope you and the other driver are not hurt and all is well with you! Second, let me say that I can't rightly say who was at fault since I was not there at the scene of the collision. And more importantly, it will be up to insurance agents, peace officers, and maybe a judge to decide who was truly at fault. But with that said, here's my opinion on the matter:
If you were backing out, it was probably your fault (legally) because you were backing out and the other driver, if they were proceeding straight, had the right of way.
However, most accidents have shared fault. For example, they may rule it was 80% your fault and 20% the other driver's fault. It all depends on what actually happened. For instance, maybe the other driver was speeding? Or maybe you were both backing out?
At the end of the day, don't admit fault and let your insurance agent work things out, unless your insurance agent is shady....
Good luck Tommy Li, hopefully you are okay!
Until next time, look behind you, look to your left, look to your right, and back out safe!
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Edited on: Sunday, May 10, 2009 11:22 AM
Categories: General Driving Questions
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Can you tell me what the DMV instructor will ask me before we start the actual drive test?
Edward from Downtown Magnets High School in Los Angeles asks: Well im taking the driving test today,in THREE HOURS!!! I was wondering if you can tell me what the instructors ask you before leaving to do the test (about car) kind of nervous cant wtrite.. ?
Mr. Edward - so young and so nervous, just as I was when I went to get my license. Well never fear Edward, I'm here to help and guide you into your driving future.
Here are the questions the DMV examiner will ask you before you depart for the driving portion on your in car test. These questions make up the pre-drive portion of your test, each incorrect answer counts as 1 point against you, if you miss 3 questions it is considered an automatic fail. The questions are:
- - Know your hand signals (left turn, right turn, and slow/stop)
- Know where to find and how to activate:
- 1) headlight controls
2) windshield wiper controls
3) emergency hazard lights
4) window defroster
- Be able to identify the major gears (Park, Reverse, Neutral, Drive)
Good luck Edward, hopefully you don't need it!
Until next time, take a deep breath, eat a good breakfast, and ace that drive test!
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Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Can I go faster than the speed limit if the flow of traffic is faster than the speed limit?
Shelby from Coalinga, CA aks: Helloooo Big Jon, can you tell me if it's okay to speed if everyone else is speeding? Could I still get pulled over?
Shelby, no one has called me Big Jon in years. You had me at Heloooo. Anyhow, the simple answer to your question is NO, you may not exceed the speed limit under any circumstance. So if everybody else is doing 70mph, but the posted speed is 65mph, then legally you must not exceed 65mph.
And could you still get a speeding ticket if everyone around you is speeding as well? Yes, you are still subject to the same speed laws and could be pulled over and given a traffic ticket.
Hope that helps!
Until next time Shelby from Coalinga, ease of the gas, make note of the posted speed limit, and stay ticket free!
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Friday, April 17, 2009
I have to renew my drivers license in California, can I do it online?
Parker from North Hollywood, CA aks: Yo Jonny - it be Parker up in NoHo - my drivin license is bout to expire - can I renew dis thing wit out gettin up in the DMV?
Parker, your use of slang frightens me, but I will still help you because that is what I do.
In most cases, YES, you can renew your CA driver license without having to go to the DMV. In order to renew your license from home in North Hollywood or anywhere in California, make sure you:
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• Have internet access (this is straight from the DMV)
• Are not changing your name or address (that is, all information in your license is staying the same)
• "Have a verified Social Security Number" on record with the DMV (you probably do even if you're not sure)
• Can pay with plastic - they accept the following credit cards: Visa, Master Card, American Express or Discover
Hope that helps!
Until next time Parker from NoHo, get online, get your $28 renewal fee ready, and renew your California drivers license!
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Monday, April 13, 2009
OMG can i change my picture on my license??? please help!! thx Jonny!!!!!!
Chelsey from Escondido, CA Exclaims: My friend nd told me that the picture they took for my permit will be the same picture that they put on my driver's license!!?! Is that true? I totally didn't know they were going to take my picture and I look HORRIBLE!! HELP!!!!!!!
Chelsey, you have larger problems that your driver's license picture. For instance, your excessive use of exclamation points is somewhat disturbing. But, we are here to talk about driving, so let me address
your question.
The answer is yes, the picture the Escondido DMV took of you for your permit paperwork will be the same photo they use on your CA driver license. However, depending on the DMV and the mood of
the DMV employee assisting you, you can actually request that they retake your license photograph, free of charge. If you attempt to do this, make sure you ask them to retake the pic BEFORE you take your
DMV drive test. If they print up your DMV drive test paperwork, it may be too late for them to enter a new photo ID into the system.
Hope that helps!
Until next time Chelsey from Escondido, do your make-up, comb your hair, and go retake your driver license photo... you bright shining star you!
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Thursday, April 09, 2009
What do I need to have ready before I go to the DMV for my CA permit test?
Kenny from Santa Rosa, CA Asks: Hey i got my blue slip for drivers ed. at school and i should be testing to get my permit starting apr. 17 and i was wondering is there anything else i am required to do before i take my permit test? thanks
Howdy Doody Kenny from Santa Rosa, before you go to the DMV and take your permit test (besides bringing your drivers education certificate or the 'blue slip' as you call it -
make sure you have signed up for your behind the wheel training with a driving school.
The driving school should provide you with a form that shows proof you are enrolled with a licensed driving school.
Also, you may want to bring your social security card with you to the DMV - they may ask for it.
And if you wear glasses or contacts- bring those as well as you have to pass an eye exam.
That should do it - good luck!
Until next time Kenny from Santa Rosa in Sonoma County, study hard, sign up for a Santa Rosa Driving School, and good luck on your written test!
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Edited on: Thursday, April 09, 2009 10:05 PM
Categories: Drivers Ed, Learners Permit