DMV Driving Test Routes Chicago Heights SOS

Use our app to practice the exact driving test routes used by the Chicago Heights SOS examiners.

Increase your test-day confidence by practicing over 5 routes whenever it fits your schedule.

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The Routes

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This app, available for both Android and iOS devices, provides immediate access to the 5 current car test routes. As with the real test, every route begins at the Test Centre located at 570 209th St, Chicago Heights.

It uses Mapbox navigation technology, found in vehicles from top manufacturers like Porsche and in apps like Shopify. With clear maps and step-by-step directions, you can keep your eyes on the road where they belong.

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Android App

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Driving on Various Road Types

Knowing what to expect on the road can boost your test performance. In Chicago Heights the test routes feature some or all of the following road types:

• Residential Streets: Driving in neighborhoods like 210th Street will assess your ability to maintain lower speeds, handle a series of stop signs, and be vigilant for pedestrians and parked cars along your journey.
• Busy Main Streets: South Halsted Street and similar urban roads in the area present typical city conditions where you will need to deal with moderate traffic congestion, multiple stoplights, and frequent lane changes.
• Highways: The test might use major roads such as I-294 (Tri-State Tollway) to replicate expressway conditions, focusing on your skill in merging and maintaining appropriate speeds amidst heavy traffic.
• Complex Intersections with Signals and Signs: At busy crossings like on South Halsted St & 209th St, you’ll be expected to safely stop at stop signs, yield when necessary, and adeptly manage traffic lights, including handling yellow lights and protected turns.
• Multi-Lane Roads: The test route may include South Halsted Street (IL-1) by the Chicago Heights SOS, where the multi-lane configuration demands careful attention to lane selection, correct use of signals, and maintaining speed during lane changes to ensure smooth traffic flow.

DMV Behind-the-Wheel Test Preparation

The driving exam covers multiple critical areas of driving that can be rehearsed beforehand, such as:

1. Safe Merging: At certain points in your test, you’ll need to demonstrate the ability to merge into traffic, adjusting your speed to match surrounding vehicles and safely joining the traffic stream.
2. Turning with Precision: You’ll be evaluated on your ability to make smooth right and left turns, using signals as required, staying in your lane, and following the correct turning procedures.
3. Regular Mirror and Blind Spot Checks: During the test, you will need to frequently check your mirrors and always look over your shoulder before changing lanes or merging.
4. Emergency Stop Maneuver: In some cases, the examiner will test your ability to stop the car suddenly in an emergency, ensuring you can do so smoothly and safely.
5. Backing Up with Precision: A part of the test requires you to back up in a straight line for approximately 50 feet, making sure to look over your shoulder rather than just using mirrors.