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The Idaho Driving Test Cheat Sheet: Key Numbers & Rules to Pass in 2025

Your essential last-minute study guide for the Idaho road test! This cheat sheet covers critical numbers (speed limits up to 80 mph!), rules like the 3-foot bicycle law, and the exact maneuvers examiners look for.

Ace Your Idaho Driving Test: The Ultimate 2025 Road Test Checklist

Your complete guide to passing the Idaho skills test! This checklist covers vehicle and document requirements (Star Card), GDL rules, common mistakes, and how to work with third-party testers. Get ready to pass with confidence!

Decoding the Idaho Driver's Manual: Key Sections to Master for Your Permit Test

The Idaho Driver's Manual is your key to passing the written test, but it's dense. This guide highlights the most critical sections to study, from the GDL program and speed limits to right-of-way rules.

The Complete Idaho DMV Document Checklist (for the Star Card)

Avoid a wasted trip to the Idaho DMV! Our complete checklist covers every original document you need for a Star Card (REAL ID), including proof of identity, residency, and SSN, for a smooth and successful visit.

New to Idaho? A Complete Guide to Transferring Your Foreign Driver's License

This step-by-step guide is for new Idaho residents with a foreign driver's license. Learn why Idaho has no reciprocity, and what documents (Star Card) and tests (written & skills) are required to get your license.

Gem State Driver: Your Complete Guide to Getting an Idaho Driver's License

From the GDL program and driver's ed to passing your skills test, our step-by-step guide breaks down the entire Idaho DMV process for teens and adults to get licensed in Idaho.

Instant Fail: 10 Common Mistakes to Avoid on the Idaho Driving Test

Don't let a simple error cause you to fail your Idaho skills test. This guide covers the top 10 mistakes applicants make, from poor observation and rolling stops to failing to yield the right-of-way.

Pass Your Idaho Permit Test: 15 Practice Questions You'll Actually See

Nervous about the 40-question Idaho written knowledge test? Get ready with our list of 15 practice questions, with answers and explanations, covering the key road rules and signs from the ID Driver's Manual.

Renewing Your Idaho Driver's License: A Guide to Online and In-Person Options

Is your Idaho driver's license expiring? Our complete guide covers the entire renewal process, including the 4-year vs. 8-year options, eligibility for online renewal, in-person requirements, and what happens if your license is expired.

The Ultimate Idaho Road Test Checklist: Pass Your Skills Test with Confidence

Don't get turned away on your Idaho driving test day! Our ultimate checklist covers all vehicle requirements, necessary documents (like proof of insurance), and the skills you'll be tested on by the examiner.

Idaho's Teen Driving Laws: A Parent's Guide to the GDL Program

For parents and teen drivers in Idaho, this guide is a must-read. We clearly explain the state's Graduated Driver License (GDL) program, including the mandatory six-month supervised period and nighttime driving restrictions.

Booking Your Idaho Driving Test: A Guide to County & Third-Party Appointments

Ready for your Idaho road test? This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to schedule your skills test appointment, explaining the roles of county examiners and the convenience of using a certified third-party tester.

The Idaho Point System Explained: How to Keep Your Driving Record Clean

Getting a traffic ticket in Idaho adds points to your license. This guide explains how the ITD's point system works, how many points lead to suspension, and how a defensive driving course can help you reduce your point total.