In short: Make sure every light, signal and seat belt works, practise full drives around your test centre without directions, and get the three-point turn, roadside stop and parking routine before test day.
Updated November 15, 2026 · Sources: DriveTest: road tests, DriveTest: vehicle requirements, Official MTO Driver's Handbook
Get your car test-ready
- Check every brake light, turn signal and the horn the day before.
- Make sure the wipers, washer fluid and defroster work.
- Remove anything that blocks the view and empty the passenger seat.
- Switch off any dashcam or phone recording.
- Fill up with gas.
Skills to practise
- Check your mirrors about every five seconds and shoulder-check before moving sideways.
- Finish braking before you start a turn, and steer with both hands.
- At intersections, scan for pedestrians and cyclists, and never assume a green light alone gives you the right of way.
- Practise the three-point turn, the roadside stop and parallel parking until they are routine.
- Drive full 20-minute runs around your test centre without your accompanying driver giving directions.
Practice routes around Ontario test centres and mock tests with feedback
On test day
- Arrive at least 30 minutes early.
- Ask the examiner any questions before you start: they cannot coach you during the test.
- Drive the way you practised: smooth, aware and within the limit.
- If you make a mistake, stay calm and keep driving safely.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use my back-up camera on the road test?
No. Driving aids such as back-up cameras, automatic parking, lane monitoring and cruise control may not be used during the test.
What happens if a brake light is out?
The test is declared out of order and you lose half the fee, so check all the lights before you go.
More on the road test
- How the G2 road test worksWhat to bring, the drive, fees and results
- The G road testHighway driving and the 12-month wait
- G1 practice rulesAccompanying driver, highways and night
- All test centres24 Ontario centres with routes and tips
Drive the routes around your test centre
The app guides you around the test centre with voice navigation, so you and your accompanying driver can practise the roads, roundabouts and speed changes before the test.
- Practice routes around Ontario test centres
- Turn-by-turn voice navigation
- Mock tests with feedback after every drive