DMV Driving Test Routes Lincoln SOS

Experience the real Lincoln SOS driving test routes using this Driving Test Routes app for effective practice.

Strengthen your confidence and save on lessons by practicing all 5 test routes at your own pace.

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The Routes

The DMV Test Routes App

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 2200 N Kickapoo St, Lincoln.

Using Mapbox’s satnav technology—the same platform trusted by Porsche and outdoor enthusiasts via AllTrails - it ensures you have access to high-quality maps with clear guidance, so you can concentrate on the road ahead.

iOS App

iOS driving routes app includes every route in Lincoln. It’s available for download on the App Store for all iOS devices.

Android App

Download the app’s Android version from the Play Store for use on your Pixel, Galaxy, or other devices.

Roads You’ll Face During the Test

Getting familiar with the common road types is crucial for passing your driving test. While driving in Lincoln you might experience any or all of the following road conditions:

• Residential Streets: Residential roads like 21st Street will test your capacity to drive at slower speeds, handle frequent stops, and watch out for pedestrians and vehicles parked along the street.
• City Driving Environments: On roads like North Kickapoo Street (IL-121), you’ll experience typical urban challenges like moderate traffic density, numerous intersections with crosswalks, and the requirement to perform safe lane changes.
• Highways or Expressways: I-55 acts as a stand-in for highways on some test routes, with its higher speeds and merging requirements offering a thorough assessment of your advanced driving skills.
• Intersections with Traffic Management Devices: Locations like Kickapoo St & Keokuk St (IL-10) demand that you stop fully at stop signs, yield appropriately to others, and maneuver through complex traffic light sequences while watching for pedestrians.
• Multiple-Lane Roads: Near the Lincoln SOS, Woodlawn Road (IL-10) offers a multi-lane setting where examiners will assess your competence in using the correct lanes, signaling appropriately, and keeping consistent speeds while changing lanes or overtaking.

Behind-The-Wheel Test - Key Components

Becoming comfortable with the different aspects of the road test will help on test day. You can practice several key tasks, including:

1. Traffic Flow Merging: Depending on the route, you could be required to merge into faster-moving traffic. You’ll need to adjust your speed appropriately to ensure a smooth transition.
2. Staying Within Speed Limits: You’ll need to control your speed throughout the test, making sure to observe the posted limits and adapt to different road conditions when necessary.
3. Monitoring Mirrors and Checking Blind Spots: You’ll be required to consistently monitor your mirrors and turn your head to check blind spots before any lane changes or merges during the test.
4. Three-Point Turn Maneuver: During the test, you will need to show your ability to turn the vehicle in a confined area using a three-point turn or K-turn.
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.