Few things make learner drivers more nervous than performing a Turn in the Road (also referred to as the 3-point turn) during their driving test. The pressure of executing precise movements, maintaining control, and avoiding mistakes can be overwhelming. Many learners fail this maneuver due to poor coordination, lack of observation, or simple nerves.
At Pass Your Driver’s License (PYDL), we understand these struggles, because we’ve helped thousands of South Africans prepare for their tests. Our online courses break down the Turn in the Road into an easy-to-follow process, ensuring you can confidently perform it without unnecessary stress.
Mastering the Turn in the Road is not just about passing your test—it’s about building safe driving habits. By following our structured method, you can execute this maneuver with ease and precision.
A Turn in the Road is a driving technique used to turn your vehicle around on a narrow road. It consists of three distinct movements: moving forward, reversing, and moving forward again to face the opposite direction.
This maneuver is a key requirement in the K53 driving test, and knowing how to perform it correctly can mean the difference between passing and failing.
With the right training and preparation, you’ll be able to perform a Turn in the Road flawlessly, impressing both your examiner and yourself!
Before starting, park your vehicle in the allocated box. Ensure you are correctly positioned, as this will determine the smoothness of your maneuver.
Before you move, follow the K53 observation rules:
Move at a steady, controlled pace. Avoid jerky movements or rushing through the steps.
Yes, the Turn in the Road is a standard requirement in the K53 driving test for the Code B license. It demonstrates your ability to maneuver your vehicle safely and efficiently.
Touching or bumping the curb during the Turn in the Road results in an immediate fail. This is why practice and controlled movements are essential to success.
PYDL offers step-by-step video lessons that break down the Turn in the Road into simple, easy-to-follow steps. Our online platform allows you to learn at your own pace, saving you money and time compared to traditional driving lessons.
Mastering the Turn in the Road is a crucial step toward passing your driver’s test, and with the right preparation, it doesn’t have to be stressful.
With Pass Your Driver’s License (PYDL), you get access to affordable high-quality video lessons for the Code B (8) Course designed to make driving easy, affordable, and stress-free. Contact us and join thousands of successful learners and take control of your driving future today!
Feel free to watch a shortened version of the Turn in the road video that forms part of our Code B (8) Course
You’ll have access to our course materials for 6 months.
Yes, our courses are fully compatible with smartphones and tablets, allowing you to learn on the go.
After purchasing the course, you’ll find the training material under “my courses”. It might take up to 120 minutes for the training material to be loaded onto your profile due to the size of the training videos.
The completion time varies depending on your individual learning pace.
Yes, our courses are aligned with the official K53 driving curriculum in South Africa.
By purchasing and watching these videos you’ll cut out driving schools completely or you’ll save money by taking fewer driving lessons.
