Driving Test Nerves - how to stay calm on your driving test.

Published 2022-03-28
Many people are understandably nervous on their driving test and these nerves can lead to a fail. Being super nervous can cause your mind to rush or freeze which is not ideal when you are trying to drive a car. In this video I give you some tips to help you stay calm on your driving test.

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00:00 All fingers no thumbs
00:27 Warm up
01:02 Examiners
02:35 Pressure
03:07 Mindset
05:08 Food and water
05:41 Don't be late
06:10 Know the area
07:12 Patience
07:55 Going the wrong way
08:15 My tests
14:03 Don't tell
14:22 Be ready
14:41 After the test

All Comments (21)
  • What helped me on my test was pretending the Examiner was just a guy who needed a lift who wanted to go a specific route. It sounds weird but it made me calmer for some reason. I listened and did all my box ticking for the test but he was actually good to talk to. Test was over quick and only 4 minors.
  • @eg-bc8ed
    I passed today on my 3rd attempt with 3 minors. Just want to say, for any learners, don’t be demoralised if you fail. It took a lot of patience and many difficult moments for me to pass. Also, passing a driving test can be especially difficult if the roads are not going your way (my 2nd test was in rush hour and super busy). Just make sure you concentrate, always look out for hazards and be familiar with all the tricky junctions in the area. I believe in all of you!
  • Thank you for the tips. I just passed my test today from the first time with 0 faults. To all that are stressed, just to let you know, I am super anxious person. My last days with my instructor were just awful, a lot of serious faults. Everything it's in the mindset , today i was just focused on the road nothing else was important, not negative thoughts nothing. It is amazing feeling, best was to see my instructor with a big smile on his face , he was very proud of me . Honestly he was thinking that i will fail , but i manage to keep my mind on the road and i passed. So to all you guys like me , just try to be calm and focus. I hope I was helpful with this comment. Good luck all !!! You can do it.
  • @normie3702
    This is exactly the video I need! I failed my test last week, 2 serious faults - I went into the wrong lane and I almost pulled out in front of someone... Two mistakes I have NEVER done before 😭The nerves got to me, but hopefully next time I'll be able to remain calm. I know I can do this!!!
  • @crellercorps
    That hilarious knife chase skit alone banished my anxiety for a moment
  • @RedVine10
    Your advice to not go into the test TRYING NOT TO FAIL was so very helpful. This was the very issue I had. I didn’t want to make ANY mistakes, not even one. This caused me to be so anxious and overthink every maneuver I make. So, on the day of my exam I exactly did what you said. It helped my calm my nerves. And guess what? I passed without any mistakes! Thank you for your help!
  • @OFFICIAL__NKR
    Just passed my driving test today with 1 minor! This video was a complete life saver, thank you so much. For anyone who has their test coming up, don’t be nervous. I was panicking and on the verge of throwing up; the first 5 mins are the worst, but after that the test becomes easier. Thanks again for the amazing video!
  • @maia9687
    I watched this video yesterday before my driving test and you helped ease my nerves, so THANK YOU! So happy to say I passed today with 4 minors. Good luck everyone!
    Edit: ALSO just to add, I have ADHD and I can be a very anxious person - not noticeable in my driving - but very apparent in the leadup to an examination of sorts. So, YOU CAN DO IT!
  • Watching this the day before my 3rd driving test. I struggle with nerves and tend to be quite tense during the test. Hoping this helps and nice to know you passed 3rd time too! 😌 hopefully be back tomorrow with a positive result 🤞🏻

    Update…I passed! 🥰
  • It’s so refreshing hearing a driving instructor saying they didn’t pass first time!! I have my driving test in the summer and I heard my family this week talk about their attempts to pass their tests and it put me at ease ☺️ definitely going to put less pressure on myself for my first test!
  • @p11hrl
    Just passed about an hour ago with 1 minor. watched this video the night before 4 times. The points you made most definitely gave me the confidence I needed for this test, thank you.
  • @ohare3891
    Had my driving test today and passed first time with 2 minors. I’m honestly riddled with severe anxiety. Had around 3/4 hours of sleep last night, throw up twice and couldn’t even eat anything properly. I had less than half a banana and 2 paracetamol (recommend this btw! But actually have the whole banana 💀) I was certain I wouldn’t pass, but I did. Trust me, if I can do it, you can too! I know you might feel like you can’t or you’re not ready but if your instructor has said you are, then you are. I promise, it’s not as hard or as daunting as you think. If you have your test coming up, I promise you’ll be okay! Pass or fail, you can always redo it. It’s not a ‘be all and end all’ situation. You’ve got this. Believe in yourself, it makes a difference. Best of luck!! ❤️
  • @Shanicewitter
    Passed my test yesterday after the 5th attempt! I only ever failed due to silly mistakes I’d never made until the actual test😭 2 days ago was the first time watching your videos and they really prepared me and calmed down. Thank you!
  • Passed my test today, 4th attemp(17 Jan), and I've watched your video night before, very helpful!!! Don't tell anyone you going for it !!! You are right! I'm confident but the 1st time I have failed due to bad observation at the end of the test in the test centre. 2&3 time I was very nervous as I've told my family ,fiancee about it, 4th time I went quitly and focused on the now and I was less nervous !!! For all of you trying Don't give up and don't be diissarthened ,failure is part of success!!!!! Thanks again for sharing those great tips !!!!
  • @kay-473
    I failed my driving test 3 times because I was always nervous and felt my driving instructor was giving me wrong information. Decided to do my 4th test with my husband in his car. The night before my test you uploaded this video and I took you advice. Really didn't worry about the test thought I failed like 2 times but thank God I passed. You really gave good advice. Treated my driving test like a drive with my husband.
  • @rstarkey309
    Passed my test today with 1 minor, thanks so much for these videos they have really helped me!
  • @KindredBrujah
    I'm loving the lighter tone in this one! The 'ta da!' door opening made me actually laugh out loud.
  • @Jkoal69
    Officially passed last night on first try! I even had the notoriously pissed off examiner too. But passed regardless. Richard is absolutely right that you’d do more mistakes if you’re stressed than not. Thank you Richard for all the videos of advice and driving. Goat 🐐
  • Passed my test for the 3rd attempt today
    With 1 minor
    Watched this video over and over and couple others
    I was nervous at the start of it but after 5 mins it was calm
    Goodluck to everyone who got their test coming up
    You got this 😊
  • This video explains exactly how I feel and is just what I needed. I am absolutely fine driving independently but in lessons/tests I make mistakes because of the fear of being watched. Not many understand how I feel but this but I perfectly. This is a huge help and I feel positive for my next test