Familiarize yourself with the real Quincy SOS test routes using this practical Driving Test Routes app.
Prepare thoroughly for your driving test by driving over 5 routes, boosting your confidence each time you practice.
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The Routes
Test Centre (Locust St): Turn right onto Locust Street.
Locust Street: Continue straight through intersections and traffic lights.
Locust Street: Turn left onto North 24th Street.
North 24th Street: Continue straight through intersections.
North 24th Street: Turn right onto Maine Street.
Maine Street: Continue straight through intersections.
Maine Street: Turn right onto North 30th Street.
North 30th Street: Continue straight through stop signs.
North 30th Street: Turn left onto Locust Street.
Test Centre: Return to the SOS facility via Locust Street.
* Example test route. All complete, accurate routes available on the app.
Download The Quincy SOS Driving Test Routes App Free!
Available for Android and iOS, the app offers instant practice of the 5 current car test routes. All routes commence from the Test Centre at 2512 Locust St, Quincy, just as in your actual test.
It leverages Mapbox’s satnav technology, the same platform powering navigation in Porsche vehicles and apps like Foursquare. You’ll benefit from intuitive maps and clear guidance to stay attentive on the road.
iOS App
All Quincy driving test routes are included. Download it today from the App Store on any iOS device.
Android App
Visit the Play Store to install on your Pixel, Galaxy, or any other Android-compatible device.
Understanding Road Types
Familiarizing yourself with the road types used during the test can help ease your nerves. In Quincy you’ll likely drive on several of the following road types:
Residential Streets: On peaceful streets like North 25th Street, you’ll need to drive cautiously, adhere to stop signs, and keep an eye out for pedestrians crossing and cars parked on both sides.
Urban Roadways: Near the test center, main roads such as Locust Street will test your ability to drive amidst moderate traffic, negotiate complex intersections, and make appropriate lane changes in a bustling environment.
Major Arterial Roads: I-172, functioning similarly to a highway, may be part of your test to challenge your abilities in higher-speed driving and merging into fast-moving traffic streams.
Managed Intersections with Signals and Signs: On roads like Locust St & North 24th St, expect to show proficiency in stopping at designated points, yielding to other road users, and interpreting traffic lights, including new flashing yellow arrows.
Multi-Lane: The driving test may include sections of Broadway Street (IL-104) near Quincy 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
Test day will involve several critical driving skills that can be rehearsed beforehand, including:
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.
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.
Proper Lane Changing: You’ll be assessed on your ability to change lanes safely, requiring you to signal, use your mirrors, and check your blind spot before making the maneuver while keeping a steady speed.
Emergency Stops: In some cases, the examiner may ask you to perform an emergency stop or test how quickly and safely you can bring the car to a stop.
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.
With real-time navigation of Quincy SOS test routes, the app helps you prepare by guiding you through potential challenges like narrow streets or busy intersections. This preparation reduces the likelihood of mistakes and builds the confidence needed to succeed.
The app provides highly accurate routes used by examiners at the Quincy SOS, but slight variations can happen on test day due to traffic, road closures, or examiner preferences. It’s good to be prepared for minor changes.
You have the option to download the routes for offline use, meaning you won’t need to rely on mobile data while driving, which is great for low-coverage areas.
Yes, every SOS test center in Illinois is included in the app’s database. You can easily switch between different locations and practice routes specific to each DMV center.
The test routes are updated regularly to reflect any changes made by the DMV. They work closely with instructors and record live GPS data of real tests to monitor any chages.