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The Routes
Test Centre (School St): Turn right onto School Street.
School Street: Continue straight and turn left onto Vandalia Road (IL-16).
Vandalia Road: Continue straight through intersections and traffic lights.
Vandalia Road: Turn left onto North Oak Street.
North Oak Street: Continue straight through stop signs.
North Oak Street: Turn right onto Summer Street.
Summer Street: Continue straight through intersections.
Summer Street: Turn left onto North Broad Street (IL-127).
North Broad Street: Continue straight through traffic lights.
Test Centre: Return to the SOS facility via School Street.
* Example test route. All complete, accurate routes available on the app.
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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 2010 School St, Hillsboro.
It employs Mapbox’s cutting-edge satnav technology, also used by Porsche and fitness apps like Strava, ensuring you have access to high-quality maps with clear, step-by-step directions to keep your attention on the road.
iOS App
For complete Hillsboro test routes, install the driving app on your iOS device via the App Store.
Android App
Visit the Play Store to install on your Pixel, Galaxy, or any other Android-compatible device.
Road Types On Your Practical Test
A smooth driving test begins with knowing the roads. On your test in Hillsboro be prepared to handle several different types of roads, such as:
Residential Streets: Driving in neighborhoods like South Oak 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.
Urban Traffic Routes: Near the testing location, roads like School Street challenge you with city driving scenarios, including moderate traffic flow, various intersections, and the necessity for proper lane changing techniques.
Major Arterial Roads: Although expressways may not be part of every driving test, roads such as IL-16 mimic highway conditions, requiring you to handle higher speeds and practice safe merging techniques.
Navigating Traffic Signals and Stop Signs: At intersections similar to School St & Vandalia Rd, you are required to exhibit safe stopping, understand right-of-way rules, and navigate through various traffic signal indications, including flashing reds and greens.
Multi-Lane: The driving test may include sections of IL-127 near Hillsboro SOS, challenging you to use lanes correctly, signal timely before switching lanes, and maintain appropriate speed, especially when merging onto or exiting from the road.
DMV Behind-the-Wheel Test Preparation
To ensure success on your road test, it’s important to practice key elements beforehand, such as:
Handling Start and Stop Movements: The test will assess your ability to start the vehicle smoothly, join traffic without causing disruption, and make controlled stops at necessary points like stop signs and intersections.
Following Speed Limits: During the test, you must consistently drive at the appropriate speed, adjusting to different road types and conditions while adhering to posted speed restrictions.
Lane Changes: Safely changing lanes is a key test component. You’ll be expected to signal, check mirrors, and look over your shoulder before changing lanes, all while maintaining speed.
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.
Roadside Stop and Re-entry: The test may require you to simulate an emergency stop by pulling over to the side of the road and then re-entering traffic safely.
The app offers pre-mapped routes from Hillsboro SOS, allowing you to experience the same driving conditions that might come up during your test. This familiarity with roads and intersections boosts your readiness and ensures fewer surprises on exam day.
The routes in the app come directly from actual Hillsboro SOS test routes and are frequently refreshed. However, since route changes can happen due to traffic or other factors, practicing different routes ensures you’re fully prepared.
Once downloaded, you can access the routes offline. This feature is particularly useful for practicing in areas with limited mobile signal.
Yes, it covers routes from all SOS driving centers throughout Illinois. You’ll have access to routes from every DMV location in the state, making it easy to practice no matter where your test is held.
The routes are updated on a consistent basis to reflect any modifications by the DMV. They work closely with driving instructors and capture live test data to ensure the routes stay as accurate as possible.