Study notes

Ten topics, written tightly so you can revise a full syllabus in one sitting.

Road Signs

Regulatory, warning and information signs you must recognise instantly.

  • Red circles prohibit, blue circles instruct, triangles warn.
  • Rectangular signs give directions or information.
  • Learn sign shapes first — colour and symbol come second.

Traffic Rules

Signals, lane discipline and everyday rules of the road.

  • Amber means stop unless stopping would be unsafe.
  • Keep left unless overtaking.
  • Signal at least 3 seconds before changing lanes.

Right of Way

Who goes first at junctions, roundabouts and merges.

  • Give way to traffic already in the junction.
  • At roundabouts, yield to traffic from your right.
  • Merging traffic gives way to the through lane.

Speed Limits

Default and posted limits across Singapore roads.

  • 50 km/h default on most roads.
  • 40 km/h in Silver Zones and School Zones.
  • 70–90 km/h on expressways as posted.

Parking

Where you may park, and the distances that matter.

  • No parking within 9 m of a junction.
  • Never park on a yellow zigzag or bus stop area.
  • Park in the direction of traffic flow.

Expressways

Entering, cruising, overtaking and exiting safely.

  • Match traffic speed on the acceleration lane before merging.
  • Rightmost lane is for overtaking only.
  • Plan exits early — never cross solid chevrons.

Defensive Driving

Anticipate, position and leave yourself an escape route.

  • 2-second gap dry, 4-second gap wet.
  • Scan 12 seconds ahead, mirrors every 5–8 seconds.
  • Assume other drivers may not see you.

Safety

Vehicle checks, seatbelts and occupant protection.

  • Check tyres, lights and fluids weekly.
  • Seatbelts are mandatory for all occupants.
  • Adjust seat and mirrors before moving off.

Night Driving

Managing glare, reduced visibility and fatigue.

  • Dip your headlights for oncoming traffic.
  • Look at the left road edge when dazzled.
  • Reduce speed — you must stop within the lit distance.

Emergency Situations

Skids, breakdowns, tyre bursts and accident procedure.

  • Steer into a skid and ease off the accelerator.
  • On a breakdown, switch on hazard lights and place a warning triangle.
  • Give way to emergency vehicles as soon as it is safe.