First 100 hours of driving practice

Structure your practice to progress from low complexity to advanced conditions while reinforcing safe habits.

Hours 0–25: Fundamentals

  • Environment: Quiet streets, daylight, dry conditions.
  • Focus: Vehicle control, observation routine, basic positioning.
  • Manoeuvres: Parking basics, simple turns, hill starts.

Hours 26–60: Complexity

  • Environment: Busier traffic, multi‑lane roads, roundabouts.
  • Focus: Gap selection, lane changes, speed adaptation.
  • Manoeuvres: Reverse/angle parking, three‑point turn.

Hours 61–100: Advanced

  • Environment: Night, rain, motorways, unfamiliar areas.
  • Focus: Hazard perception, route planning, calm under pressure.
  • Assessment: Mock tests; minimise critical errors under realistic conditions.

Logbook discipline

  • Details: Record date, duration, conditions, and skills practised.
  • Variety: Ensure night hours and diverse scenarios are included.
  • Verification: Confirm current QLD requirements with TMR.