Learning to Drive in Europe
One very interesting function of EFA is the sharing of information in the different coumtries.
One particulary interesing subject is the different proceedures for learner drivers.
In this section we will list the porceedures in various countries.
Hungary
Medical examination from Doctor
Theory
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28 Compulsory Theory lessons (Classroom) – Duration 45 minuets each
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Theory Exam – 50 questions. Maximum score 70 points. 60 points to pass
Practical
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30 Hours Compulsory Driving Lessons
On Track
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Minimum 9 Hours followed by Technical and Practical exam.
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Learner can only take exam if signed off by instructor as satisfactory and ready.
On Road
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Minimum 21 hours in traffic. Includes minimum of 2 hours night driving and 4 hours rural driving
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Followed by exam (test)
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Learner can only take exam if signed off by instructor as satisfactory and ready.
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Only driving instructors can teach.
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No family members or friends allowed to teach learner
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Learners may only drive driving school (dual controlled) cars. Not allowed to drive private cars.
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Unaccompanied driving not allowed.
First Aid
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16 hours first aid lessons, both theory and practical. Followed by exam. First Aid teaching and examination carried out by Red Cross
Hungarian Driving School
As part of the visit to Budapest, EFA Delegates were brought to a local Driving School and saw the "off road track" where learners can:
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Practice reversing around a corner
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Practice turnabouts
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Experience driving in very wet conditions
These are practiced in safety with no risk to others or themselves and allow the learner to be safe and competent in such techniques before going out on the road.
