Vehicle maneuverability skills are evaluated on a course indicated by five markers. Points are deducted for stopping, bumping markers, misjudging stopping distance, or not being parallel with the test area. It is an immediate failure if a driver runs over or knocks down a marker, removes the marker from the designated area, or other dangerous actions.
Maneuverability Test — Step One:
- Drive forward through a 9-foot x 20-foot course formed by four markers. Measurements are taken from the one center marker.
- The Driver Examiner directs you to steer to the right or the left of the center marker.
- Steer straight ahead and stop when the rear bumper of the vehicle is even with the center marker and generally parallel with the course.
Maneuverability Test — Step Two:
- From the stopped position at the end of Step One, move in reverse past the center marker. Straighten the vehicle and continue back through the course, coming to a stop with the front bumper even with the two rear markers and generally parallel with the course.
- Remove the vehicle from the test course area without running over markers or performing any other disqualifying actions.
Inspired Driving Academy (IDA) Cone Policy
Free Borrowing for IDA Students:
- IDA students may borrow cones free of charge for one week between their 3rd and 4th drive to practice maneuverability.
- Cones must be returned on or before the 4th drive.
- Failure to return the cones by the 4th drive will result in the Certificate of Completion being held until the cones are returned.
Cone Rental Option:
- Non-IDA individuals and/or students who wish to borrow cones outside of their 3rd and 4th drive window may rent cones for $25 for a one-week period.
- A credit card will be kept on file in case cones are not returned on time.
General Terms:
- All cones must be returned in the same condition they were borrowed.
- An adult must sign the Cone Borrowing Agreement prior to taking cones.
- Late or lost cones may result in additional charges.
