Frequently Asked Questions
Am I able to have driving lessons in my own/family or friends car?
Under certain circumstances, customers may want to receive lessons in their own/family vehicle. This is a good idea where the car will be used for a Driver’s Test. It is also a good idea when a learner has a new car and wishes to familiarise themselves with it prior to licensing. Safe Drive Driving School is able to offer customers training in their vehicle, provided the vehicle is registered, roadworthy and comprehensively insured.
Prior to any training being conducted in the customer’s vehicle, the instructor should inspect the vehicle for its roadworthiness. The inspection should include, but is not limited to, a check of the following items;
- the registration label is valid, current, intact and displayed appropriately
- the vehicle is comprehensively insured and the customer’s insurance company is notified that it will be used by a driving instructor to conduct training in
- The tyres:
- all indicators, headlights and brake lights are working
- seats and seat belts are in good working order and are not damaged or twisted
- any loose items in the cabin of the vehicle are stowed in the cargo (boot) area
- the windows and interior are clean
- the vehicle has sufficient petrol to last the course of the lesson (minimum requirement – a quarter of a tank)
How do I book my driving test?
Before you book a test
Make sure your learner logbook has been approved (if you are under 25 years of age and hold a learner licence).
Make sure you have completed the hazard perception test:
Before Thursday 1 July 2021 you can choose to take the hazard perception test before or after your practical driving test.
From Thursday 1 July 2021 you will need to have passed the hazard perception test before you can take your practical driving test.
Book your own test
To book a test for yourself:
make a Booking online : https://www.service.transport.qld.gov.au/SBSExternal/public/WelcomeDrivingTest.xhtml?dswid=-7378
or
call 13 23 80 from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.
Make changes to a test booking
You can Reschedule a test online or call 13 23 80. To reschedule online, you must provide at least 2 business days’ notice.
To reschedule with less than 2 business days’ notice or to cancel a booking, call
13 23 80 between 8am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.