All road tests are done through your choice of an Alberta Registry office and this is separate from your driving instruction.
ROAD TEST VEHICLE INFORMATION:
(from https://www.albertadriverexaminer.ca/policies#vehiclerequirements)
- You must provide your own vehicle for road testing, unless you are renting a vehicle from the registry. The vehicle provided must be in good working condition and meet all the requirements listed below. If your vehicle does not meet the requirements your road test will be cancelled, and you will not receive a refund. You will be responsible for paying for a new road test.
- A current original certificate of registration or digital download of vehicle registration. Photocopies and electronic copies displayed on a mobile device are acceptable. Pictures of registration are not acceptable.
- Valid insurance, in the form of a Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance Card (pink card) paper, photocopied, or electronic versions are acceptable. Pictures of insurance are not acceptable.
- The vehicle must have enough fuel, windshield wiper fluid and other fluids for the test.
- You must provide a mechanically sound vehicle including functioning:
- Headlights;
- Brake lights - including high-centre mount brake light, if equipped;
- Signal lights;
- Horn;
- Speedometer;
- Brakes;
- Seatbelts;
- Vehicle controls;
- Windshield wipers;
- Exhaust system; and
- Windows and doors; and
- Your vehicle may be refused if the airbag or SRS light is illuminated.
- Unobstructed windshields and mirrors. Vision through the vehicle's glass must not be significantly obstructed or obscured. A cracked windshield or side glass must be evaluated from inside the vehicle for its impact on outward vision. Driver Examiners may discontinue the road test if they feel safety is compromised by limited visibility.
- Front side windows and windshield must be free of non-factory tint.
- Tires must be in good condition with all lug nuts in place.
- Clean and uncluttered passenger seat for the examiner.
- A rental vehicle may be available to rent for your test.
- No passengers, pets, food, drinks, smoking, use of mobile device, personal grooming or other distractions are allowed during the road test.
- If you provide a rental vehicle, you must provide a copy of the contract with your name on it. Rental contract must match the name of the individual taking the road test. If you have a Class 7 licence, you may not be able to rent a vehicle in your name, no one else may rent the vehicle. Vehicles from a ride/car share company are not permitted for road tests.
- A driver examiner may cancel the test at any time if they feel unsafe.
- Vehicles equipped with an ignition interlock device must only be used for Road Tests when the client is in the Ignition Interlock Program.
Other Alberta Road Test Information:
For customer inquiries or complaints about road tests, please contact Alberta Transportation at 780-427-8230 or by email at driverexaminations@gov.ab.ca