NJMVC 2025 - Chapter 2: New Jersey Driver Testing Flashcards

NJMVC 2025 - Chapter 2: New Jersey Driver Testing Flashcards

Common reasons the MVC rejects road test vehicles -Improper, expired or no inspection stickerLack of examiner access to foot brake or parking brakeAny defect or condition that affects the safe operation of the test vehicle,

such as but not limited to: Poor brakes (pedal must not

fade or go to the floorboard) Dashboard brake warning light on Parking brake, brake lights, or signalPoor brakes (pedal must not fade or go to the floorboard) Dashboard brake warning light on Parking brake, brake lights, or signal lights not working Unsafe tires (smooth, cut, badly worn) Vehicle interior is not in reasonably clean condition Vehicle failed inspection, and motorist does not bring the Vehicle Inspection Report issued by the inspection station to the road test area Fast engine idle (cannot judge speed control) Missing seat belts (seat belts are required on all vehicles manufactured after July 1, 1966) Tinting on driver and/or front door windows Missing rear-view mirrors - interior and/or driver door Broken or cracked window glass Passenger and/or driver's door or window does not operate from the inside Additional items for motorcycles

and moped tests only: Lack of equipment required by state

regulations No helmet Unapproved goggles or face shield No bell or horn that can be heard 100 feet away The MVC will report information to the- New Jersey Division of Elections OUT-OF-STATE AND OUT-OF-COUNTRY APPLICANTS - Applicants may transfer a valid out-of-state license to New Jersey.- Knowledge and road tests may be waived for applicants at least 18 years of age, who submit a valid, non-provisional driver license issued by any of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. Territories of Samoa and Guam, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands.- The 6-Point ID requirements must also be submitted.- These applicants will be issued a four-year basic New Jersey license and will be required to surrender the out-of-state license.- Out-of-state applicants between 17 and 18 years of age who possess a valid out-of-state license will be given a probationary license for a period of one year and must comply with New Jersey's GDL requirements and restrictions.- All out-of-country applicants must pass the knowledge test and a vision screening and may be required to pass a road test. Test results are valid for two years.

D- Drive- allows car to move- gives power to the wheel When stering, you must use- hand over hand at potions 9- 3 An applicant may drive a properly registered vehicle- to the road test area.Tinted windows are- not allowed on the windshield, Front Side windows, back side windows, or any window in the car

TEST REQUIREMENTS- Basic License Applicants: 20/50 vision with or without

corrective lenses. For sight in one eye only, that eye must meet the 20/50 rule and the applicant must have documentation signed by a licensed physician.- 80 percent, or 40 of the 50 questions, must have correct answers.- Inform examiner of health problems; a medical review may be necessary. Federal law and New Jersey regulations require commercial drivers to submit a CDL Holder Self-Certification form and a valid medical examiner's certificate, if applicable, to the MVC.No practice driving is permitted on- the test course or in the parallel parking area.Manual Transmission- must physically move the gear shift lever and clutch part ROAD TEST CHECKLIST6 points of ID.Validated permit (permit must be legible and cannot be laminated).Valid inspection sticker on vehicle or official "No Inspection Sticker Required" card, valid registration cardvalid insurance ID card or electronic version for vehicle used for the test (unless covered by BPU or federal DOT regulations). 2 red GDL decals, properly mounted (if Graduated Driver License (GDL) requirements are applicable).A vehicle utilized for the road test must have unobstructed access to the foot brake or to the parking brake mounted to the right of the driver in a position accessible to the examiner. Autocycles cannot be used for the test.Self-parking vehicles cannot be used for the test. All signals, brake lights, and windshield wipers on the vehicle must be in working order for the test. No rental cars are permitted unless the test applicant's name is listed as a driver on the rental agreement. Applicant must be accompanied by a licensed driver. (The accompanying driver must hold a valid license to operate the type of vehicle for which the applicant has a permit, except for a moped.) Voter registration deadline is- 21 days before an election.When driving you can only use ___ foot only - one- no left foot If you are eligible to vote in New Jersey - the process of registering to vote can be conveniently started at any MVC Licensing Center, while applying for or renewing a driver license or non-driver identification (ID) card Automatic Transmission- press break and push button- Transmission that shifts automatically through the gears as the vehicle's speed

increases

Safety Pledge to Nikhil- Nikhil's Law reinforces the dangers of failing to comply with New Jersey's motor vehicle traffic laws.- STOP

COMPLETELY.- STAY ALERT.- TALK SAFE.- PLAN

AHEAD.

Requirements for a Basic Driver License- 6 point ID verification, vision test, knowledge test a licensed driver must always remain in the vehicle with- the applicant Blinkers must be turned on- 100 feet before turn If an applicant passes the road test,- the examiner will issue an authorization for licensing.- The permit, authorization, and 6 Points of ID Verification must be taken to an MVC Licensing Center to obtain a New Jersey driver license.L -- Low- used for towing, driving a steep incline, etc.- low speed, high power

• -- 2nd or 3rd- helps ramp up potential and generates more

power from the engine to drive R-- Reverse- Allows car to be steered backwards N -- Neutral- used to push car when being toiled or needs to be pushed- disconnects engine from the vehicle P -- Park- position locks car transition During the basic road test, the examiner will test the applicant on

• Driving in reverse, Following other vehicles, Nearing

corners, intersections, Parking (parallel), Sitting properly (seat belt use), Starting a vehicle, Steering properly, Stopping at signs, Stopping smoothly, Turning, Turning around, Using the horn, Yielding right-of-way