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To pass the VORT (Vehicle On Road Test) in South Australia and get a provisional licence, learners must demonstrate five slow-speed manoeuvres and a general drive.
Learner drivers also need to score at least 90% in their VORT assessment without breaching any road laws, or they receive an immediate failure. Reaching this standard takes practice across all aspects of driving.
Learners must complete at least 75 hours of supervised driving before sitting their practical assessment. The school holidays give students extra time to experience a range of different road conditions.
Meeting the minimum requirement is essential, but RAA Senior Manager Infrastructure and Road Safety Charles Mountain said learners should focus on where and how they drive during this period rather than simply accumulating hours.
“It’s not just about ticking off 75 hours. It’s about driving in as many different situations as often as possible,” Mr Mountain said.
“The school holidays are a great opportunity for learners to get behind the wheel more often without the pressure of fitting lessons around school. Time spent driving in situations they may not have experienced, such as the Adelaide Hills or high-speed roads, helps build both skill and confidence.
“While learners are often comfortable on their local streets, we encourage them to practise in different traffic conditions, on unfamiliar roads, in wet weather and at different times of the day.
“Every hour behind the wheel is a chance to build confidence, improve decision-making and develop habits that stay with drivers for life.
“The more varied a learner’s driving before the test, the better prepared they’ll be to pass and drive safely on their own.
“While professional lessons are important, supervised hours play a vital part in reinforcing what’s taught in lessons and helping learners handle a range of driving conditions that build safer habits.”
For more information: https://www.raa.com.au/motor/driving-school
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