What to Expect on the G Road Test in Ontario

When you arrive at the DriveTest centre, check in at the counter and present your G2 licence. The examiner will meet you at your vehicle for a brief pre-test inspection. They will check that your vehicle is registered, insured, and has working lights, signals, horn, and brakes. Once everything checks out, you will be directed to begin the test.

The first section of the test takes place on regular city and suburban roads near the DriveTest centre. The examiner will give you verbal directions throughout. They are looking at how you handle everyday driving situations.

After the city section, the examiner will direct you onto a 400-series highway or controlled-access expressway. This is where the G test differs from the G2. You will be expected to use the on-ramp to accelerate and merge smoothly into highway traffic, maintain an appropriate following distance at speed, execute safe lane changes with mirrors and shoulder checks, and take the off-ramp when directed with smooth, controlled deceleration.

When you return to the DriveTest centre, the examiner will tell you whether you passed or failed. If you pass, you will receive a temporary paper licence on the spot and your G licence card will be mailed within a few weeks. If you fail, the examiner will explain which areas were unsatisfactory. You must wait at least 10 days before rebooking and pay the test fee again.