Your German driving learning path.
A structured library of short lessons. Follow the foundations first, or jump to the skill you want to work on.
01 · Foundations
8 lessonsHow the theory exam works
30 questions, 10 error points – and one trap
Defensive driving & anticipation
Spot hazards before they happen
Pedestrians & vulnerable road users
Children, the elderly, zebra crossings, cyclists
Weather & road surface
Rain, ice, fog and crosswinds
Darkness & poor visibility
Glare, dusk and wildlife
Speed & stopping distances
Speed limits and the key rules of thumb
Keeping your distance
Half the speedometer, 2‑second rule, lateral distance
Alcohol, drugs, fatigue, distraction
Fit to drive – or not at all
02 · Road rules
9 lessonsRoad use & lanes
Keep right, change lanes, merge
Overtaking & passing
Master the riskiest manoeuvre safely
Turning, U‑turns, reversing
When you turn, others go first
Stopping & parking
Where, how long – and how safely
Motorways & expressways
Merging, rules, traffic jams and the emergency corridor
Level crossings, trams & buses
Rails come first – and so do passengers
Lights & warning signals
Headlights, horn, flashing and hazard lights
Passengers, children & load
Seat belts, child seats, securing loads
Breakdowns, towing & accidents
Secure the scene, call for help, give first aid
03 · Right of way
3 lessons04 · Signs & markings
4 lessonsWarning signs
Red‑bordered triangle: caution, danger!
Regulatory signs
Prohibitions, mandatory signs, speed, zones
Guide signs & motorway signage
Orientation – and a few key rules
Supplementary signs, markings & traffic devices
The small print of the road
05 · Your vehicle
3 lessons06 · Driver responsibilities
1 lessons07 · Practical skills
9 lessonsHow the practical exam works
Flow, roles, assessment and result
Pre-drive check & vehicle technology
What the examiner may ask before driving
Basic manoeuvres at a glance
Which tasks you get – and how they are assessed
Parking masterclass
Parallel, bay and angled with reference points
Reversing around a corner & turning around
Precise manoeuvring with all-round observation
Emergency stop
Brake hard, trust ABS, move on safely
Observation technique
Mirrors, shoulder checks and blind spots
Special drives & exam route
Country roads, motorway, night and route classics
The 25 most common exam mistakes
Plus a checklist for exam day