Driving and practical test
Well prepared for the practical driving test
With your learner’s permit, the practical part of your driver training begins. Now you’ll gain driving experience, get to know different traffic situations, and prepare step by step for the practical driving test.
At Gabi Senn Driving School, you’ll be guided calmly, patiently and in a structured way. The goal is not only to pass the test, but to drive safely, with foresight and independently.
Depending on arrangements, driving lessons are possible in Zurich West, Altstetten, Albisrieden, Triemli, as well as in the Limmattal area including Dietikon, Glanzenberg, Schlieren, Urdorf, Unterengstringen and Oberengstringen.
Learner drives from age 17
Since 2021, the learner’s permit for passenger cars can be obtained from age 17.
If you receive your learner’s permit before your 20th birthday, you must complete a 12-month learning phase before the practical driving test.
That means: you can start learning to drive at 17 and take the practical test at the earliest at 18, provided the 12-month learning phase has been completed.
Learner drives with an accompanying person
Private learner drives are a great complement to driving lessons. They help you build routine and consolidate what you’ve learned.
The following applies to learner drives:
- The accompanying person must be at least 23 years old.
- The accompanying person must have held a Category B driving licence for at least 3 years.
- The accompanying person’s driving licence must no longer be on probation.
- The handbrake must be within reach for the accompanying person.
- A blue L plate must be clearly visible on the rear of the vehicle.
- Learner drives abroad are not permitted.
You should only drive on busy roads once you are sufficiently trained. Motorways and expressways should only be included once you are ready for the test.
Driver training in four stages
At the driving school, training progresses step by step until you are ready for the test.
1. Pre-training
In pre-training, you build a basic understanding of the vehicle and driving dynamics.
Among other things, you will learn:
- Vehicle operation
- Observation techniques
- Lane positioning and a feel for speed
- Basic behaviour in traffic
- An initial introduction to driver assistance systems
The goal is for you to feel more confident with the vehicle and for the most important routines to become increasingly natural.
2. Basic training
In basic training, you deepen the most important driving routines and learn to move more safely in traffic.
This includes:
- Moving off and stopping
- Turning
- Changing lanes
- Right-of-way situations
- roundabouts
- parking
- Driving in different traffic situations
3. Main training
In main training, the focus is on being safe and considerate on the road.
You will learn:
- Defensive driving
- Dealing with other road users
- Driving in city traffic
- Behaviour on main roads
- Using modern driver assistance systems
- Safe behaviour in more complex situations
4. Advanced training
In advanced training, you are prepared for independent driving and the practical driving test.
We practise:
- Test-like situations
- Making independent decisions
- Recognising hazardous situations
- Safe and calm behaviour under pressure
- Correct use of driver assistance systems
- Final uncertainties before the test
The practical driving test
The best test preparation is comprehensive training with enough driving practice.
In the practical driving test, you show that you can control your vehicle safely, apply traffic rules correctly, and move independently in road traffic.
It’s important that you arrive fit for the test. You must be physically and mentally able to drive your vehicle safely. Medication, fatigue or strong distractions can impair your performance.
Test anxiety or stage fright is normal. At the beginning, nervousness is often at its highest and usually decreases during the drive. Good preparation helps you go into the test calmer and more confident.
Driving lessons in Zurich West and the Limmattal
Do you live in Zurich West, Altstetten, Albisrieden or Triemli? Or are you from the Limmattal area, for example Dietikon, Schlieren, Urdorf, Unterengstringen or Oberengstringen?
Then Gabi Senn Driving School is easy for you to reach.
Depending on arrangements, driving lessons can start at various meeting points, for example at Dietikon station, Glanzenberg station, Schlieren station, Urdorf station, or in Zurich Altstetten, Albisrieden or Triemli.
Important: The starting location does not mean the entire lesson takes place in that area. The focus of the training is in the test area of Zurich Albisgütli and Regensdorf. This way, you are specifically prepared for the practical driving test and get to know typical traffic situations where they may be relevant for your test.
Together, we’ll prepare you step by step for the practical driving test.
Request driving lessons now
Would you like to start driving lessons or prepare specifically for the practical test?
Then feel free to get in touch with Gabi Senn Driving School.
Phone: 079 585 50 50
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