Understanding the Point System for Failing a NY Road Test

Hard Braking

Understand the difference between soft and hard braking. Hard braking should only be used in emergencies. During regular stops or slowdowns, use gentle braking to avoid jolting yourself and the examiner.

Poor Steering Control

Maintain proper control of the steering wheel. Use both hands, perform hand-over-hand turns, and release from turns with controlled slippage.

Other mistakes include confusion at four-way stops, distracted driving, improper freeway merging, driving too fast or too slow, changing lanes at intersections, not keeping a safe distance from other vehicles, failing to check mirrors, and incorrect parallel parking.

Reasons for Failing a Road Test in NYC

Disqualification can result from various issues such as inefficient clutch control, excessive acceleration, engine stalling, oversteering, proximity to parked cars, rough braking, inability to park within two car lengths, and stopping too far from the curb.