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lis 20 2025
Which WORD should you choose? The Lauto driving school in Warsaw shows you the easiest way to pass your category B driving test.

A large number of Warsaw driving school students were shocked to witness an unusual scene on a September morning. When they arrived at the WORD (Warsaw Driving School) on Radarowa Street for their driving test, they discovered the maneuvering area had been taken over by the president of the Okęcie Workers’ Sports Club.

The president of this club drove a tractor up a hill to perform maneuvers during the exam, then got out and spoke to the onlookers:

— Party’s over!

In this way, he plowed into a thriving driving test center with a tractor, which has yet to be restored. What was the issue? As usual, it was about money, as you can read about in this article: https://www.prawodrogowe.pl/informacje/ogloszenia/klopot-word-warszawa-czy-to-koniec-popularnej-radarowej .

Meanwhile, two branches of the Warsaw WORD remain: on Odlewnicza Street and in Bemowo. It’s worth remembering that this is a single WORD. For practical reasons, we’ll be referring to the WORD on Odlewnicza Street and the WORD on Bema Street, but we’re referring to one WORD, the Warsaw WORD.

Now we’ll compare which one is the better choice for the student. To do this, we’ll specify seven areas for evaluation. If a given testing center performs better in a given area, it will receive a plus from us; if it performs worse, it will receive a minus. We don’t accept ties: someone has to win.

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What are the advantages of the WORD on Odlewnicza Street? A driving school in Warsaw reveals why students appreciate this testing center.

What are the advantages of WORD at Odlewnicza 8?

  • Exam hours: This WORD operates Monday through Saturday. For example, Monday through Thursday, it operates from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and Friday through Saturday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The wide availability of hours likely makes it the most popular WORD in the capital.
  • Exam categories. Here, you can take all exam categories. So, if you want to get your motorcycle license first, then your category B license, and then your bus, truck, or trailer license, it’s worth choosing this driving school, as you’ll already be familiar with the local routes and maneuvering area. This is another reason, besides the availability of hours, why so many Warsaw residents choose the driving school at Odlewnicza 8.
  • The pass rate for category B is slightly higher at the local WORD than in Bemowo. In September 2023, 56.50% of students passed the theory exam, and 34.80% passed the practical exam. For example, in May 2025, 35% passed the practical exam.
  • Google Reviews. This WORD not only received more reviews than the one in Bemowo, but also received a higher rating. Students gave it a rating of 3.8 out of 5.0, with 1,600 votes.
  1. What are the drawbacks of the WORD on Odlewnicza Street? A Warsaw driving school highlights what students dislike about this testing center.

What are the disadvantages of WORD at Odlewnicza 8?

  • Location. It’s located in Białołęka. That’s why it’s listed as a street, not a district, because Białołęka is the end of the world for a Varsovian. Although it must be admitted that this WORD is located at the beginning of the street, not the very end, which is to the advantage of this center. So for local residents of this district or right-bank Warsaw, it’s certainly a good location. Not so for the general population. After exiting the metro, you have to take a tram for about three stops. There are no residential buildings on site, and there’s nowhere to get a hot meal. Surrounding it are warehouses, a bakery, and a septic tank, which occasionally makes its presence felt…
  • Examiners. As mentioned, the Warsaw Provincial Examination Board (WORD) is a single institution with two branches. One is on Odlewnicza Street (headquarters) and the other is in Bemowo (branch). Therefore, some examiners can be found at both locations. However, those at Odlewnicza 8 are more principled and rigid. This may be due to the fact that they operate under the watchful eye of their boss, who resides at that address.
  • The testing area. Although smaller than the testing area in Bemowo, it is more challenging. The routes run in only one direction, towards Brudno, and require crossing a heavily trafficked expressway. In addition, there are eight to ten challenging intersections.
  1. What are the advantages of WORD in Bemowo? A driving school in Warsaw reveals what students liked.

What are the advantages of WORD in Bemowo?

  • Location. It’s located at Powstańców Śląskich Street 127A, close to the city center. This gives this place a location advantage. Although, if you get off at the metro stop, it’s still about 5-6 tram stops away. However, if you want to eat locally, there’s a shopping center directly opposite.
  • Examiners. Although the examiners are somewhat similar to those at Odlewnicza, one can sense that the ones here are more humane and friendly. This contributes to less stress during the exam. Perhaps their relaxed attitude stems from the fact that they are not under the watchful eye of the boss, who is based at Odlewnicza.
  • The testing area. Although the testing area here is larger, stretching from one metro station to another, and there are more directions to take, it’s definitely easier than the one on Odlewnicza Street. It’s true that there are about 20 intersections here, but their difficulty level is lower, and the routes are quieter and perfect for learning to drive in Warsaw. Furthermore, as many as 90% of the test routes consist of two driving variants, making them very easy to master during a driving course.
  1. What are the drawbacks of the WORD in Bemowo? A Warsaw driving school points out what students didn’t like.

What are the disadvantages of WORD in Bemowo?

  • Exam hours: Monday through Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Limited availability means fewer people use this exam center. However, the wait time is the same as at Odlewnicza 8, as fewer people take the exam there.
  • Category B pass rate . Slightly fewer people pass the exam at the local WORD than at Odlewnicza. In September 2023, the pass rate was 50.20% for theory and 31% for practical. In May 2025, the pass rate was 33.3% for practical.
  • Google Reviews. This WORD received a lower student rating with fewer votes: 3.4 out of 5.0 with 625 votes.
  • Exam categories. Here, we’ll basically only do categories A and B. If we want to take the next ones later, we’ll have to go to Odlewnicza.

Where is the easiest place to get your category B driving license? A Warsaw driving school summarizes which Warsaw driving school is worth choosing.

Which WORD is the easiest to pass your driving test in Warsaw?

  • Exam hours. The winner in this category is WORD on Odlewnicza Street, which allows exams to be held even until 10:00 PM.
  • Exam categories . WORD on Odlewnicza wins again, allowing exams in all driving license categories.
  • The pass rate for category B. Foundry has a slightly higher pass rate.
  • Google reviews. Odlewnicza received a higher rating from students, with a thousand more votes.
  • Location. WORD in Bemowo wins because it’s not only close to the city center, but also has a shopping center opposite, where you can grab a hot meal.
  • Examiners. Although the examiners are somewhat the same at both driving schools, those at Bemowo seem more humane and sympathetic to students.
  • Testing area. If we want to choose an easier area that will prepare us for driving in the capital, WORD Bemowo is a better choice.

As you can see from the above, the driving school on Odlewnicza outperformed the one in Bemowo by a score of 4 to 3. This result accurately reflects the difference between them, which is small. In fact, it’s not the choice of driving school, but our commitment and selection of the right driving school—such as „Lauto” in Warsaw —that determines the outcome of our category B driving test.

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Wojewódzki ośrodek ruchu drogowego
lis 14 2025
How to quickly register for a practical driving test at WORD? The Lauto driving school in Warsaw answers questions from category B students.

At Lauto Driving School in Warsaw, we often hear the question, „How quickly can I register for my practical driving test at WORD?” This is justified, as some students wait 5 to 6 weeks for their exam. Definitely too long if someone urgently needs their license…

Is there a chance to change this? Absolutely! We have four patents for this. But before we get to them, let’s tell the story of one student.

Kevin needed his driving license yesterday because he was starting a new job. He couldn’t wait the six weeks offered by the Warsaw Driving School. He decided to look for an exam center outside of Warsaw.

So the boy went to Grójec, where he took his category B driving test. He was confident of his success behind the wheel, so he greeted the local examiner with a smile on his face.

The examiner looked at his ID card and replied:

— Are you a smartass from Warsaw?

– I’m listening?

— Do you think you’ll pass here without any problems?

The examiner burst into loud laughter.

Did the student manage to pass the exam at the local WORD? Before we answer that question, let’s learn four ways to speed up the Category B exam…

First, we can change the city where we test. A driving school in Warsaw shows you how to change your driving license.

As we mentioned in the above story, we can change the city where we want to take the exam.

exam. This can be done online — we have WORD offices available throughout Poland, except Łomża, where registration must be done in person.

How to change the city where you take the exam?

  • If you’re registering for the exam for the first time, there’s no problem. You can use the Info-Car website to check available dates, select a WORD, and then register for the exam.
  • However, if you’ve already registered for a driving test in Warsaw or another city, you must first unblock your driver profile, which is locked in WORD for six months. If you need your profile unlocked quickly, you can visit our driving test center in person or send an email requesting this. Your profile should be unlocked within three days.
  • If we really want to take the exam in Łomża, we need to use the help of the local driving school, which we will commission to complete this formality on our behalf.

Secondly, we can submit an application to expedite the deadline. A driving school in Warsaw explains how to expedite the practical driving test at the capital’s driving school.

The second way to get an exam faster is to write an application to WORD to expedite the category B exam date. It is worth submitting it in person at the chosen examination center – on Odlewnicza or Bemowo – in Warsaw.

How do I properly submit an application to expedite my exam date?

  • We should justify our request by providing a genuine and compelling reason. For example, we could state that we urgently need a work license, are changing our city of residence, are going to college, or are traveling abroad.
  • Of course, our application will end up in the application pile. So, if we want it to stand out and be considered, let’s state that we’re happy with any date and time suggested by WORD.
  • It’s worth mentioning when an exam date becomes available at WORD. Every student has the right to cancel their scheduled exam two days in advance, free of charge. Many take advantage of this opportunity. This provides an opportunity for us to get a quick date.
  • When a student cancels their appointment, WORD looks for someone to take their place. Then, like a bolt from the blue, we’re hit with an offer of an exam in 3, 4, or 5 days. So, when a nice lady calls with such an offer, never say „No,” unless you want them to never call you back. Typically, the average wait for such a call is 2 weeks.

Third, we can use free apps. A driving school in Warsaw suggests which ones are worth using.

If you want to take the exam in Warsaw, it’s worth using apps that allow you to quickly schedule your exam in WORD. They’re also a good choice when looking for an exam center outside the capital.

What is worth knowing about these apps?

  • There are currently about 10 worthwhile apps on the market that can help you quickly register for your WORD exam. These include Szybka Prawko (Fast Driving License) and Złap Termin (Catch the Term).
  • These applications have a free version that refreshes every 15 minutes. This is when we receive notification that a free exam date has appeared on the Info-Car portal in our chosen WORD format. However, the difficulty here is that many people sit at their computers waiting for the notification about a free date and then manually click on it.
  • So, if you want to increase your chances of getting there before other students, it’s worth using paid apps like Szybki Egzamin (Fast Exam). These apps refresh every 1-2 minutes and cost 15-20 PLN. However, the problem of other students chatting on their computers to get ahead of others is a recurring problem, so you might not be able to register in time even if you purchase such an app.

Fourth, we can use the best paid app. A driving school from Warsaw explains why it’s worth choosing Szybka-jazda.pl.

So, if you want to be sure you’ll be able to register for your driving test quickly, it’s worth using the Szybka Jazda app . Here, you can be sure no one will beat you to it, as the application’s response time is limited to 0.3 seconds.

How does this app work?

  • First, we register on its website, where we select a specific WORD and the type of exam, i.e. in our case, category B.
  • Secondly, we provide our data and pay for this service in the amount of PLN 120.
  • Thirdly, we receive information about a free date within 1-2 days, which will most likely be in 3-6 days.
  • Fourth, we must pay for our scheduled exam within 30 minutes if we don’t want to lose it. We need to be especially vigilant between 7:00 and 9:00 a.m., as that’s when appointments usually become available.
  • Fifthly, if the application does not find a free date within 3 days, we can suspend its operation and recover the paid money (the refund will be made within 5 to 14 days).

Summary: A driving school from Warsaw explains how to quickly register for a practical driving test at WORD.

Let’s return to Kvin story from the first paragraph. The boy tensed up so much at the examiner’s words that his legs began to shake as if they were jelly. That’s why his car stalled twice on a hill, causing him to fail the test.

At the urging of the head of the „Lauto” driving school in Warsaw, Kevin used the Szybka Jazda app. Thanks to it, he took his category B driving test at the capital’s WORD (Warsaw Regional Office) that same week, passing without a problem.

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wrz 3 2025
How to drive around a roundabout? The Lauto driving school in Warsaw explains the rules of roundabouts.

As it turned out, Paweł chose a good driving school—though not in Warsaw, but in Krakow—that taught him how to properly drive around roundabouts. However, his joy was short-lived…

The day of his category A driving test arrived. On his first attempt, Paweł negotiated the roundabout, just as he’d been taught at the Regional Traffic Control Center. He was supposed to turn left at the roundabout. So, before entering it, he activated his left indicator, which he only deactivated when he entered the inner lane (it was a two-lane roundabout). He negotiated the roundabout without using his indicator, which he activated as he exited the roundabout (of course, he activated his right indicator as he exited).

The examiner dragged him through the same roundabout again. Paweł did exactly the same thing: he used his left indicator before entering, then switched it off after moving into the middle lane, and then his right indicator when exiting. Meanwhile, the examiner told him to pull over and informed him that he had made the same mistake twice, thus failing the test…

What was this mistake? More on that in a moment. First, let’s explain how to drive safely around a roundabout…

How to drive around a roundabout with a yield sign? A Warsaw driving school explains the rules at this circular intersection.

Let’s start with the most popular roundabout in Poland, i.e. the intersection marked with signs C-12 („circular traffic”) and A-7 („give way”).

How to drive around a roundabout with a „give way” sign?

  • Firstly, before entering the roundabout, we must give way to vehicles already on it.
  • Second, we get into the correct lane and turn on our left turn signal (if we plan to turn left or make a U-turn) or our right turn signal (if we plan to turn right). If we’re going straight, we don’t turn on our turn signal.
  • Thirdly, if we are going left or making a U-turn, we turn on the left turn signal and take the left (i.e. middle) lane, provided it is free.
  • Fourth, we must yield to a tram exiting the roundabout island. If a tram is entering the roundabout, it must yield to us.
  • Fifth, as we approach our exit from the roundabout, we activate our right indicator. If we are driving in the left (inner) lane, we must yield to vehicles traveling in the right-hand lane we are about to enter. It’s worth remembering that we always use our indicators when changing direction or lane.

How to drive through a roundabout without a yield sign? A Warsaw driving school shows you how to navigate this circular intersection.

Although a roundabout with the C-12 („circular traffic”) sign without the A-7 („give way”) sign does not exist in Warsaw, we can come across them when traveling around Poland, for example in Katowice (Bishop Ignacy Jeż roundabout) or in Sosnowiec (at Stawowa Street).

How to drive around a roundabout without a yield sign?

  • Firstly, we have priority when entering this roundabout, because the right-hand rule applies here, i.e. the same as at equivalent intersections, which gives priority to vehicles on our right.
  • Secondly – ​​similarly to the previous roundabout discussed – we take the appropriate lane, turn on the appropriate indicator and enter the roundabout.
  • Thirdly, we give way not only to trams leaving the roundabout, but also to those entering it, because they are on our right.
  • Fourthly, let’s give way to vehicles entering the roundabout, because they are also on our right.
  • Fifth, we turn on the right indicator and exit the roundabout.

How to drive around a roundabout with traffic lights? A Warsaw driving school explains the rules of the Dmowski Roundabout.

Although this roundabout has signs A-7 and C-12, due to the fact that there are traffic lights that have a superior function over the vertical signs, the passage will be different than on a classic roundabout without the so-called traffic lights.

How to drive around a roundabout with traffic lights?

  • Firstly, if we are going straight or to the right, our passage will be the same as if we were going through any intersection with traffic lights.
  • Secondly, if we’re turning left or making a U-turn, the ride will be slightly different. We’ll describe how to perform these maneuvers in a moment.
  • Thirdly, if we want to turn left or make a U-turn, we turn on the left turn signal and take the left lane before the intersection.
  • Fourth, if we’re turning left, we immediately move into the right-hand lane, which will take us out of the roundabout. If we’re making a U-turn, we move into the left-hand (inner) lane, meaning we turn left twice.
  • Fifth, if we have a so-called green arrow (sign S-2), we don’t worry about the tram, as it indicates a grade-separated crossing. However, if there is no green arrow, the tram also has a green light and we must let it pass.
  • Sixthly, when exiting, we take the right lane, not the left, so that we do not have to go around in circles, and we do not have to exit with the right turn signal on.

How to drive around a turbo roundabout? A Warsaw driving school explains the rules.

A unique feature of a turbo roundabout is that the traffic lanes do not intersect, as they are separated from each other. Therefore, in theory, they ensure safe passage through the roundabout.

How to drive on a turbo roundabout?

  • First, we must take the appropriate lane to drive straight, right or left, turn on the appropriate indicator for the direction of travel and give way to vehicles on the roundabout.
  • Secondly, if we are going right, we take the right lane and turn on the right turn signal until we exit the roundabout.
  • Third, when driving straight ahead, you may have two lanes available (left and right). Choose one without having to use your turn signal.
  • Fourthly, when turning left or making a U-turn, we take the left lane before entering the roundabout and turn on the left indicator to go around the roundabout in our clear lane, and then turn on the right indicator when leaving the roundabout.
  • Fifth, if you’re driving on a single-carriageway road (previously dual-carriageways), signal appropriately before entering the roundabout, yield to vehicles there, and use the right lane on the roundabout shield for turning right or straight ahead, or the left lane for turning left or making a U-turn. When leaving the roundabout, signal right.

Summary: When to signal at a roundabout? A driving school in Warsaw explains how Paweł’s story unfolded.

Even though Paweł did exactly as recommended in our article, he failed his driving test. The examiner concluded that Paweł could not have driven through the roundabout without using his indicator when turning left.

The boy only used his left indicator before entering the roundabout, and then his right indicator when exiting. According to the examiner, this wasn’t enough…

However, the student appealed the examiner’s decision to the Provincial Administrative Court, which ruled that when turning left at a roundabout, it was not necessary to use the left indicator before entering and while passing through the roundabout. The voivodeship marshal therefore invalidated the practical part of the exam .

Although there is no such obligation, we at the „Lauto” driving school from Warsaw recommend that you use your turn signal before entering the roundabout, just as when leaving it, which will significantly improve your safety and make life easier for other road users.

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sie 17 2025
Where is the easiest place to get your category B driving license? A driving school in Warsaw publishes pass rates for driving tests across Poland.

Janek didn’t look for a driving school in Warsaw because he didn’t trust his driving skills and was determined to pass his category B driving test on his first try. What was the reason for this determination? His older sister, Małgosia, had passed hers on her first attempt, and he—as a male—couldn’t be worse.

Since he didn’t believe he could replicate his sister’s success in the capital, he decided to find a WORD somewhere in Poland. He scoured the internet for WORD pass rates from previous years and selected those centers with the highest first-time pass rates.

And so he found five WORD ranking lists from across Poland. Based on these, he selected the city that—in his opinion—offered the best chance of a great exam result. It’s worth noting that Janek wasn’t looking for rankings that measured the pass rate for the theory exam. He knew perfectly well that the same exam questions and procedures apply throughout Poland, so the theory exams are almost identical in every city.

There are significant discrepancies between the WORDs on the practical exam. These differences stem from urban planning, traffic congestion, examiner attitudes, and the vehicles used during the exam. Janek first selected the best cities for taking the WORD exam. Then, in those cities, he found driving schools offering category B training. Finally, he found an excellent offer from the local driving school.

It was a driving holiday. All you had to do was pass your theory exam in your hometown, then go on a two-week vacation to take a driving course. At the end of your stay in that town, you took the practical exam at the local driving school.

While this sounded unbelievable, it turned out to be the absolute truth. Without hesitation, Janek began self-studying the theory at home and took the exam at the Warsaw Driving School. After passing, he embarked on an unforgettable vacation with his license in the countryside.

Did he manage to get his license on the first try? More on that in a moment. First, let’s answer the question: what was the pass rate for practical driving exams in recent years across Poland, and in which driving schools did the most students pass on the first try?

  1. What was the pass rate for category B practical driving tests in 2020? Warsaw driving school publishes WORD pass rate rankings.

What was the pass rate in WORDs in 2020 ?

  • Ostrołęka: 53.03%.
  • Kalisz: 51.67%.
  • Suwałki: 47.33%.
  • Jelenia Góra: 46.86%.
  • Rzeszow: 46.63%.
  • Leszno: 45.50%.
  • Plock: 44.67%.
  • Siedlce: 43.26%.
  • Walbrzych: 43.14%.
  • Wroclaw: 41.63%.
  • Tarnobrzeg: 39.45%.
  • Wloclawek: 38.82%.
  • Nowy Sącz: 38.78%.
  • Bialystok: 38.06%.
  • Przemyśl: 38.00%.
  • Loom: 37.10%.
  • Tarnow: 36.80%.
  • Lublin: 36.69%.
  • Bielsko-Biała: 36.66%.
  • Olsztyn: 36.14%.
  • Krakow: 34.81%.
  • Poznan: 34.81%.
  • Ciechanów: 34.41%.
  • Zielona Góra: 33.94%.
  • Legnica: 33.02%.
  • Katowice: 32.90%.
  • Kielce: 32.64%.
  • Slupsk: 32.10%.
  • Bydgoszcz: 32.04%.
  • Gdansk: 31.79%.
  • Warsaw: 31.71%.
  • Radom: 30.85%.
  • Gdynia: 29.72%.
  • Saw: 29.45%.
  • Opole: 28.90%.
  • Elblag: 28.50%.
  • Biała Podlaska: 28.39%.
  • Gorzów Wielkopolski: 28.38%.
  • Lodz: 26.79%.
  • Szczecin: 26.44%.
  • Koszalin: 24.64%.
  1. What was the pass rate for category B practical driving tests in 2023? A driving school in Warsaw reveals where the pass rate was the highest.

What was the pass rate in WORDs in 2023 ?

  • Rzeszow: 51%.
  • Poznan: 45%.
  • Zielona Góra: 41%.
  • Gdansk: 38%.
  • Lublin: 36%.
  • Bialystok: 36%.
  • Wroclaw: 35%.
  • Gorzów Wielkopolski: 34%.
  • Olsztyn: 33%.
  • Warsaw: 32%.
  • Kielce: 31%.
  • Bydgoszcz: 30%.
  • Toruń: 30%.
  • Katowice: 29%.
  • Szczecin: 27%.
  • Krakow: 25%.
  • Lodz: 25%.
  • Opole: 24%.
  1. What was the pass rate for category B practical driving tests in 2024? Warsaw driving school publishes WORD rankings

What was the pass rate in WORDs in 2024 ?

  • Bydgoszcz: 59%.
  • Rzeszow: 49%.
  • Zielona Góra: 41%.
  • Poznan: 40%.
  • Lublin: 39%.
  • Bialystok: 39%.
  • Gdansk: 38%.
  • Wroclaw: 35%.
  • Warsaw: 34%.
  • Olsztyn: 32%.
  • Kielce: 31%.
  • Toruń: 30%.
  • Katowice: 29%.
  • Szczecin: 27%.
  • Krakow: 25%.
  • Lodz: 25%.
  • Opole: 24%.
  1. What was the pass rate for category B practical driving tests in 2025? A driving school in Warsaw suggests where students have the best chance of passing their driving test.

What was the pass rate for category B in 2025 ?

  • Jelenia Góra: 53%.
  • Ostrołęka: 52%.
  • Kalisz: 50%.
  • Pulawy: 47%.
  • Plock: 45%.
  • Leszno: 44%.
  • Suwałki: 44%.
  • Siedlce: 41%.
  • Wloclawek: 40%.
  • Rzeszow: 39%.
  • Loom: 38%.
  • Bialystok: 38%.
  • Wroclaw: 38%.
  • Lublin: 36%.
  • Biała Podlaska: 36%.
  • Nowy Sącz: 36%.
  • Nowy Targ: 36%.
  • Ciechanów: 36%.
  • Olsztyn: 34%.
  • Warsaw: 34%.
  • Bielsko-Biała: 34%.
  • Walbrzych: 33%.
  • Toruń: 32%.
  • Poznan: 32%.
  • Krakow: 32%.
  • Zamosc: 31%.
  • Legnica: 31%.
  • Kielce: 31%.
  • Katowice: 30%.
  • Slupsk: 30%.
  • Bydgoszcz: 30%.
  • Gdansk: 29%.
  • Gorzów Wielkopolski: 29%.
  • Opole: 28%.
  • Szczecin: 27%.
  • Lodz: 25%.
  • Koszalin: 25%.

Summary: Where did students pass their driving test on their first attempt between 2009 and 2022? A Warsaw driving school explains Janek’s story.

Where did students pass on their first attempt between 2009 and 2022?

  • Ostrołęka: 56%.
  • Lomza: 48%.
  • Suwałki: 48%.
  • Plock: 47%.
  • Rzeszow: 45%.
  • Siedlce: 44%.
  • Loom: 43%.
  • Kalisz: 43%.
  • Jelenia Góra: 43%.
  • Tarnobrzeg: 43%.

Did Janek pass on his first try? Of course he did! Did Janek learn to drive in Warsaw thanks to this? Of course not…

Well, right after Janek returned from vacation with his license in his pocket, he bought his first car and soon hit the road. However, Warsaw proved more demanding than the town where he took his driving course and passed his driving test, so the boy panicked.

The speed, traffic jams, and road rage—all of this meant the young driver couldn’t continue. He pulled over to a bus stop and activated his hazard lights. He then called his sister to pick him up.

He was lucky that Małgosia had some free time. She showed up in less than an hour. She arrived by public bus, and as she sat behind the wheel, with Janek next to her in the passenger seat, she gave him a shout-out…

„Didn’t I tell you to get your license in Warsaw!? No, you had to show that you’re a real badass and that you’d pass on the first try, no matter what! Not only did you pay for the course and hotel stay in this town as much as you would have for a driving license at a driving school in the capital, but they also ripped you off on the hours because you drove less than the legal limit. Apparently, the local driving schools had an arrangement with their driving school, because you took your exam right after the accelerated training. And if that wasn’t enough, they didn’t teach you how to drive in our city. I knew it would end this way… I guess I deserve an apology, huh?”

— I don’t know what I should apologize to you for…

„What do you mean, what for? Mainly for refusing to listen to your smarter sister, and for having me come pick you up. If you don’t apologize, you’re going home by bus…”

He hesitated for a moment, but convenience won out over the desire for adventure with public transport.

— Okay… Sorry!

— Now call Mr. Konrad from the „Lauto” driving school in Warsaw and arrange a refresher driving course so that you can learn how to drive safely on Polish roads and in our city…

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WARSAW DRIVING SCHOOL
maj 23 2025
Is It Better To Have 1 Or 2 Hour Driving Lessons?Lauto Driving School Explains.

When it comes to choosing between 1-hour and 2-hour driving lessons, there are several factors to consider, and each option has its own benefits. Here’s a breakdown to help you decide which might be better for you:

Benefits of 1-Hour Driving Lessons:

  1. Less Fatigue: Shorter lessons can help prevent fatigue, especially for beginners who may find longer sessions overwhelming.
  2. Focused Learning: A 1-hour lesson allows for concentrated practice on specific skills without feeling rushed.
  3. Frequent Practice: If you’re taking lessons more frequently (like daily or every other day), shorter sessions can fit better into your schedule.

Benefits of 2-Hour Driving Lessons:

  1. More Practice Time: Longer lessons provide more opportunities to practice and reinforce skills, which can be beneficial for building confidence.
  2. Better Value: Many driving schools offer better rates for longer sessions, making it a more cost-effective option.
  3. In-Depth Learning: With a 2-hour lesson, you can cover more material and have time for a break, allowing for a more comprehensive learning experience.
  4. The place of the state examination and its distance from the meeting place. If the travel time is significant, it will not allow us to familiarize ourselves with the scope of the examination.
  5. Shortening the duration of the course at the Warsaw Driving School.

What Others Are Saying:

  • Many learners have found that 2-hour lessons with a short break in the middle are ideal, as they provide enough time to practice without feeling rushed.
  • Generally, most people learning to drive prefer 2-hour lessons because they allow for more extensive practice and skill development.

Conclusion:

Ultimately, the choice between 1-hour and 2-hour driving lessons depends on your personal learning style, schedule, and comfort level. If you’re just starting out, you might want to begin with 1-hour lessons and gradually transition to 2-hour session as you gain confidence.

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Exam routes in Warsaw.
maj 18 2025
Exam routes in Warsaw. Driving school „Lauto” publishes sample routes from WORD on Odlewnicza and Bemowo

When Wojtek signed up for a category B course at a driving school in Warsaw, he didn’t think he would experience a real horror. Namely, he took the practical exam at WORD five times. His friends got the driving license on the first, second, or maybe third attempt, and he failed exam after exam and blushed with shame in front of his friends. After many sleepless nights, he came to the conclusion that the reason for his humiliation was the WORD where he took the exam, so he started to consider taking it in another city.

A driving school from Warsaw answers the question: Where is the easiest place to pass your driving test?

Wojtek invited his friend nicknamed Pixel for a beer to get advice on which WORD outside the capital to take the exam at.

– I don’t know how much I can help you – Pixel replied – because I have data from 2023, when I took my driving test. The situation was as follows: the easiest way to pass the theory test in Poland was in Opole, where the pass rate was 71%, and the practice test in Rzeszów – there it was 51%. Here, on Odlewnicza, the pass rate for category B theory was 56%, and for practice 35%. In Bemowo, on the other hand, the pass rate for theory was 50%, and for practice 31%. In my opinion, you shouldn’t be influenced by the pass rate of a given WORD, but choose the right OSK, where you will practice the exam routes until the end and learn how to drive safely. Here are the contact details for my driving school in Warsaw, where you will have no problem getting your driving test.

Wojtek transferred to a new school, where he traveled the alleged examination routes.

A driving school from Warsaw answers the question: What was Wojtek’s exam route like from WORD on Odlewnicza?

  • After passing the WORD gate, he gave way to vehicles from the right, leaving the parking lot. Then, giving way to vehicles from the left and those turning from the right, he turned right, onto Odlewnicza.
  • At the traffic lights he turned right, onto Annopol, giving way to pedestrians. At the traffic lights on Rembielińska the left lane was for turning left, and the right lane was for going straight or right. The instructor didn’t tell us where to go, so we had to go straight…
  • He turned right onto Poborzańska, where he gave way to trams and pedestrians. Then he crossed Bolesławicka, an unmarked equal intersection, where, going straight, he gave way to vehicles from the right. A moment later, an equal intersection with Goworowska, so going straight, he again gave way to vehicles from the right. Another equal intersection on Niemeńska, which is marked with the A-5 sign.
  • At the next unmarked intersection he turned left onto Ogińskiego, giving way to vehicles from the right and those coming from the opposite direction straight on or turning right.
  • He stopped at the intersection because he had a „STOP” (B-20). Then he turned left onto Bartnicza, giving way to vehicles on the road with priority and those coming straight from the opposite direction or turning right. Then right again onto Bolesławicka, and passed the intersection of equivalent roads with Nadwiślańska, then Syrokomli, then right onto Julianowska, and right again onto Ogińskiego, from where he turned left onto the equivalent in Syrokomli.
  • Then right onto Wysockiego, then right onto Poborzańska, giving way to pedestrians and cyclists. Then, at an equal intersection, he turned onto Ogińskiego, giving way to drivers from the right and from the opposite direction who were going straight or turning right. Taking up the right-hand lane at the traffic lights, he turned right onto Bazyliańska, giving way to cyclists and pedestrians.
  • Then he turned right, from Kondratowicza onto Rembielińska. He left the viaduct onto a one-way road with a D-3 sign, and then, at the intersection of equal roads, he turned left from the left edge of the roadway. At the height of the Volvo showroom, he turned left again, giving way to vehicles coming straight from the opposite direction or turning right. There was a STOP sign (B-20) and a right turn order, so he stopped and gave way to vehicles from the left. He crossed the intersection with Łabiszyńska, and then from the left lane he turned onto Krasnobrodzka, giving way to pedestrians and cyclists. There, he braked to a stop in a designated place, i.e. in front of a lamppost. He was driving straight ahead, so at the intersection with Chodecka there was a priority road with a D-1 sign with a T-6 sign (road with priority when turning right, from the opposite direction give way), so he gave way to vehicles coming from the right. Here he parked and turned around using reverse gear. And so he returned to the intersection, where he turned left onto Chodecka, having a yield sign with a T-6 sign (from the opposite direction and from the left have priority, and we have to give way), so he gave way to vehicles coming from the opposite direction and from the left.
  • Although the light was red at the intersection, the green arrow lit up, which he stopped in front of, and then — because there were no pedestrians — he turned right onto Łojewska. Taking up the left lane, he turned left at the traffic light, onto Łabiszyńska, giving way to pedestrians.
  • He turned around at the intersection with traffic lights (S-1, Kondratowicza), giving way to vehicles coming from the opposite direction and then to a bus that joined the traffic from the stop.
  • Then he took the middle lane to go straight or left and turned left at the traffic lights under the viaduct at the Moraczewski roundabout. He sped along the expressway, paying attention to the speed limit. Finally he left it and reached Odlewnicza, where he gave way to cyclists and turned right to WORD.

A driving school from Warsaw answers the question: What was Wojtek’s exam route like from WORD in Bemowo?

  • The student, driving on Powstańców Śląskich, reached the yield sign, gave way to pedestrians and cyclists, as well as other vehicles driving with priority and, keeping to his lane, turned left onto Piastów Śląskich. Then he took the middle lane to turn left and at the traffic lights entered Powstańców Śląskich.
  • Then he took the right lane to turn right and exited onto Maczka on green, giving way to pedestrians. Then he took the right lane to turn right again and exited onto Powązkowska on green, giving way to pedestrians.
  • At the intersection with the Defenders of Tobruk there was a sign saying a priority road with a plate (priority from his side and right, and yield to the opposite side), he was driving straight ahead, so he gave way to vehicles from the right, because he was in an equal situation with them on the priority road. A bit further on he braked to a stop in a designated place, i.e. at a lamppost and at the right edge of the roadway. After checking in his mirrors and over his shoulder and giving way to other vehicles, he moved on. A moment later he drove into a gate, where he turned around using reverse gear. Then he turned right and, giving way, drove into Maczek.
  • He moved into the left lane to turn left, then turned around at the roundabout with traffic lights. Making the second turn, he watched for vehicles turning from the adjacent lane, then moved into the right lane to go straight ahead of Maczek. Then he moved into the right lane to turn right, where he drove into Rudnickiego at the lights, giving way to cyclists and pedestrians.
  • Then he took the right lane to go straight ahead and drove through the roundabout. He took the left lane to turn left, onto Broniewskiego, at the traffic lights, giving way to vehicles going straight ahead from the opposite direction and turning right, as well as pedestrians. Then at the traffic lights he turned right, onto Jarzębskiego, giving way to pedestrians and cyclists.
  • He turned right onto Staffa to practice perpendicular parking. He drove straight through the parallel intersection and entered a one-way street, then turned left from the left edge of the road onto Lisowska. Then he drove through another parallel intersection, driving straight through the intersection with the yield sign onto Żeromskiego, also driving straight through it.
  • Another equal on Schoroegera, he drove straight onto a one-way street. He reached the intersection with a yield, and then with a STOP sign (he stopped in front of a solid line) and turned left onto Kasprowicza.
  • Then, at the intersection with traffic lights, he turned left onto Aleje Zjednoczenia. Finally, he reached the intersection with the side green arrow (S-2), where, after giving way to pedestrians and cyclists, he turned right onto Broniewskiego, where he soon took the middle lane to turn left onto Reymonta, at the traffic lights.
  • Overcoming subsequent intersections, he drove straight to the WORD, finally turned at the traffic lights into Piastów Śląskich and after giving way to a bus that was joining the traffic from the stop, he turned right again into Powstańców Śląskich, and from there he reached the WORD.

A driving school from Warsaw answers the question: Is it worth taking an exam at WORD outside the capital?

As Wojtek’s story shows, there is no such need. The boy chose a good OSK in the capital and thanks to this he not only prepared himself to drive on Polish roads, but also passed the category B exam. So it was enough to change the center to the „Lauto” driving school from Warsaw, so that the issue of choosing WORD became just a formality…

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mar 15 2025
13 main mistakes that students make during the practical exam for category B. A driving school from Warsaw explains what they are and how to avoid them

Before we reveal the 13 main mistakes made by people taking the test, we will tell an unusual story of students from our driving school in Warsaw. Some time ago, two ambitious girls signed up for our course, and after completing the training and passing the theory, they took the practical exams at WORD .

The first student was Magda. The girl was stopped by the examiner at a yellow light. The examiner told her that she had failed the test because she had not stopped at the yellow light herself. He argued that if we can stop without braking hard at a yellow light, then we have to do it.

The second student was Alicja. Her first attempt at the exam ended as in the previous example, i.e. with failure. The girl was shocked because she thought her driving was smooth and unhurried. However, the examiner had a different opinion. He said that he was failing her for the lack of dynamics, because her driving was too slow.

The girls decided that they would not make the same mistake again. And ironically, they failed another exam for the same reason… Why did this happen, when they did everything in their power to avoid it? More on that in a moment…

First, let’s answer the question: “What are the 13 main mistakes that students make on the practical exam?”…

What stupid mistakes are made during the practical exam in WORD? Driving school from Warsaw explains which lane we should be in during the exam

Such a stupid mistake is driving in the left lane, as in the UK. So unless we are told to turn left or make a U-turn, we should drive in the right lane during the test.

The left lane is used for overtaking or passing, and test takers, like drivers, are required to move as close as possible to the right edge of the roadway. Continuous movement in the left lane may be considered as obstructing and impeding traffic.

What are the most common mistakes when checking the technical condition and preparing to drive? Driving school from Warsaw explains how to check the position lights and open the car hood

The first such mistake is checking the position lights only at the front. When you turn on the position lights, a green light will come on on the dashboard. Then you should get out of the car and check the white lights at the front and the red lights at the back. The rear position lights are double.

The second mistake is opening the hood without using the lever inside the car. First, secure the car from rolling (pull the handbrake or put it in gear). Then, gently pull the lever, then lift the hood and secure it with a support.

What are the most common mistakes when driving around a curve? A driving school from Warsaw shows how to do this maneuver correctly

The first mistake is using methods. One of them is one turn of the steering wheel. Unfortunately, stress causes imprecise use of this trick. It is better to follow intuition and practice this maneuver to perfection.

The second is the lack of observation of the driving path through the rear window. Some people taking the test only look through the side mirrors, which is probably enough to perform this maneuver correctly, but not enough to pass the test…

What are the most common mistakes when starting on a hill? OSK from Warsaw suggests what to look for when performing this maneuver during the exam

First, starting off with just the clutch. Although theoretically you can start off this way, the lack of gas makes it very difficult to do this maneuver well.

Secondly, releasing the clutch incorrectly, i.e. too quickly. This can cause the car to jerk and even stall. Meanwhile, the car cannot stall on a slope…

What are the most common mistakes when performing tasks in road traffic? OSK from Warsaw advises what to pay attention to in the city

What mistakes do examines make in the city?

  • They are in a hurry, and as we know, haste is a bad advisor.
  • They force the right-of-way, creating a hazard on the road.
  • They make decisions too quickly, especially at intersections with limited visibility.

Which mistakes end the B category driving test? The Warsaw driving school explains which offenses will lead to discontinuation of driving in the city

Which mistakes in the city will end your practical exam?

  • Failure to stop at a “STOP” sign.
  • Failure to stop at the “S-2” traffic light, i.e. at the so-called green arrow for turning left.
  • Exceeding the speed limit by more than 20 km/h.

Which mistakes threaten road safety? Warsaw driving school explains what can lead to a road accident

Which mistakes can lead to an accident in the city?

  • Enforcing priority at intersections.
  • Forcing priority when changing lanes.
  • Forcing priority at a pedestrian crossing.

Summary: 13 main mistakes that students make during the practical exam for category B

What 13 mistakes do students make on the practical exam?

  • First of all, they drive in the left lane instead of the right.
  • Secondly, they only check the front position lights, forgetting about the rear ones.
  • Third, they open the hood without using a lever inside the car.
  • Fourth, they use methods for driving around curves instead of practicing this maneuver and using intuition.
  • Fifthly, when driving around a curve, they do not observe the course of the road through the rear window, contenting themselves only with looking in the side mirrors.
  • Sixth, on a slope they start off using only the clutch, without pressing the gas pedal, which makes it difficult to perform this maneuver correctly.
  • Seventh, they release the clutch too quickly on a slope, which causes the car to stall and ends the test.
  • Eighth, they are in a hurry, which leads to many stupid mistakes.
  • Ninth, they force the right-of-way, both at intersections, when changing lanes, and on pedestrian crossings, which often leads to accidents on the road.
  • Tenth, they make decisions too quickly, especially at intersections with limited visibility.
  • Eleventh, they do not stop at the “STOP” sign, thus becoming kamikaze.
  • Twelfth, they do not stop at the “S-2” sign, i.e. at the green arrow.
  • Thirteenth, exceed the speed limit by more than 20 km/h.

Why did Magda and Alicja fail the category B practical exam for the same reason?

Magda failed her test again because she didn’t obey the traffic lights. During the next test, she was vigilant because she didn’t want to be caught off guard. She did everything in her power to avoid going through a yellow light again. And she didn’t! She stopped, very hard and aggressively. Despite this vigilance, the examiner failed her again. He said she should have gone through a yellow light because the braking was sudden and dangerous…

Alicja also failed her exam because of a mistake from the same category, namely the issue of driving dynamics. Namely, she decided not to drive too slowly, so she went to the next extreme, driving like a maniac, too fast and very dangerously. As a result, she ended the exam at her own request, namely by forcing the right of way, which resulted from her rush…

Why did it happen that both girls were vigilant, wanted to avoid the same mistake and, ironically, failed in a similar way? Well, sometimes it happens that we really want to fix the mistake from the previous exam. We do it ZERO-ONE, we go from one extreme to another. As it turns out, it does not give us a good result. That is why our driving school „Lauto” from Warsaw pays attention to warning its students from unnecessary stress during the practical exam in WORD…

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WARSAW DRIVING SCHOOL
mar 13 2025
How are the exams conducted in WORD? The Lauto driving school from Warsaw explains how to pass the theory and practice step by step

From time to time, it happens that the head of a driving school in Warsaw trains the children of his neighbors. This was the case with Łukasz and Monika. Although they came from different families, they had many similarities: similar predispositions to driving, motivation to get a license and soon they were going to graduate from high school.

Łukasz started in January. By the time he was on vacation, he had already completed 20 hours of the course out of the 30 required. Monika, on the other hand, started at the end of September. Of course, instead of doing the course during the vacation, they left it for later, because they had a lot of obligations due to final exams.

Łukasz’s parents were very thrifty. First they negotiated discounts on the course, then on driving. They arranged everything in advance. They do this in every aspect of life, because price is the most important thing to them. If there is a chance to complain about something, they are the first. It is hard to recommend any services to them, because there will be problems.

Monika’s parents were the exact opposite. They bought the course and only just before the party reminded the school principal that their daughter was on a course with him.

Łukasz did the course for 12 months. No rides during the holidays. Monika was struggling to find the time and wanted to finish as soon as possible, but it was hard because of the number of additional classes. Despite the rush of classes, she managed to finish the course in about 2 months.

Despite these twin similarities, one of them passed almost immediately, while the other bounced from exam to exam. Which of them did better? More on that in a moment. First, let’s answer the question: „How do exams work in WORD?”…

Driving school „Lauto” from Warsaw explains what the theoretical exam in WORD consists of

The theoretical examination includes a basic and specialized part.

What does the basic part include?

  • 20 general knowledge questions.
  • We answer: „YES” or „NO”.
  • There is a separate time for reading the question and answering.

What does the specialist section include?

  • 12 questions about road traffic regulations and safety rules.
  • We select 1 answer out of 3.
  • You have 50 seconds to read and respond.

What is the scope of knowledge?

  • Road traffic regulations.
  • Principles of first aid.
  • Road safety.

What is worth remembering?

  • Only one answer to a given question is correct.
  • You cannot go back to previous questions once you have approved them.
  • Please arrive well in advance as you will need to find a suitable examination room.
  • Please bring your ID document.
  • The theory exam can also be taken before the course.
  • Once you have completed the exam, you will be informed of your results.
  • Once you pass the theory, you can move on to the practical part: start a practical course or sign up for the practical exam.
  • If you fail, you can sign up for another date.

Driving school „Lauto” from Warsaw explains how the theoretical exam is conducted

What are the stages of the theory exam?

  • Verifying the identity of the person taking the exam and indicating the computer station.
  • Familiarization with the operation of the examination system.
  • You may answer a practice question that does not affect your exam result.
  • Answering 32 exam questions in 25 minutes.
  • Once you have completed the exam, your results will appear on your screen.
  • People who get a negative result can check their incorrect answers.

The Lauto driving school from Warsaw explains what activities should be performed on the maneuvering site

How does the practical exam on the maneuvering site proceed?

  • We arrive at the maneuvering site 5 minutes early.
  • We take with us our ID card and confirmation of registration for the exam.
  • The examiner checks our identity and confirms that we are registered for the exam.
  • The examiner may ask you to check basic vehicle components such as the operation of the lights and horn, as well as fluids under the hood.
  • Before you start driving, you must adjust the mirrors, seat, steering wheel, headrest and fasten your seat belt.
  • The following tasks are performed at the maneuvering site: vehicle operation (lights), preparation for driving (mirrors), driving on a curve, i.e. driving in a lane forwards and backwards.
  • We use mirrors and — absolutely! — the rear window.
  • If the weather is bad or the exam is after dark, turn on your low beam headlights.
  • We are entitled to a second attempt if we stop before crossing the line or hitting the post.
  • We set off up the hill: we are entitled to a second attempt if the car stalls or rolls back.
  • The practical exam for category B lasts approximately 40 minutes.

Driving school „Lauto” from Warsaw explains what tasks will be performed in road traffic

What does the practical city exam include?

  • We are required to make: 1 or 2 parking stops and 1 U-turn using reverse gear.
  • We can have: an emergency stop (the examiner must inform us before the exam what signal he will give us) and a stop in a designated place (a typical stop to drop off a passenger – it is worth using your indicators).
  • The rest is driving in city traffic: turning, turning, watching your speed and following the maxim „Make haste slowly”.
  • It is worth making decisions slowly at intersections with signs when we do not have the right of way.
  • Traffic lights require more dynamics, unless we have limited visibility, e.g. left turn.
  • We read signs, watch out for solid lines and equivalent intersections.
  • During the exam, there is an examiner and a candidate driver in the car, and there may also be an instructor, a sworn translator, a candidate examiner (observer) or an inspector from the starosty.

The Lauto driving school from Warsaw summarizes how the WORD exams are conducted

Let’s go back to the story in the first paragraph…

How did Łukasz’s exams go? Although Łukasz had purchased a few extra hours before his first attempt at the practical exam, when his father found out, he immediately stopped this “waste of money.”

The OSK chief was even happy, because he was driving with Łukasz basically for the price of fuel and taxes, with no chance of earning any money, thanks to the boy’s father driving down the price of the trip…

The boy failed the first exam on a curve. The OSK chief provided him with a car for the second one. It was quite a good exam, but unfortunately Łukasz failed it when returning to WORD at the penultimate intersection.

The third attempt was in a month. The school principal was supposed to provide a car again and reminded Łukasz several times to give him the exam date in advance, so he could reserve a car for him. The boy gave it to him only a few days before the exam, when it was already too late…

Unfortunately, this time he didn’t succeed. Namely, he forced the right of way when turning left. Undeterred, he booked a fourth date in 3 days. And again he rushed the turn, forcing the right of way.

He scheduled his fifth exam in two weeks. He should have bought a few hours, but he didn’t: saving money was more important. And that was a serious mistake that resulted in another failure in WORD. But the head of the center preferred not to say anything, so as not to be accused of ripping off the boy’s father with an additional expense.

How did Monika’s exams go? Well, she passed on her second attempt. She took a total of 2 extra lessons before the exams. The first time she made a strange mistake on a one-way street. She passed the next exam almost on the fly…

Why, although they were as similar as two peas in a pod, Monika did it almost without stress, while Łukasz experienced pure horror? The answer lies in their family homes. Monika’s parents simply supported her, without unnecessary stress. Łukasz’s parents, on the other hand, put pressure on him to score, which only increased his stress. And of course, they skimped on the course, almost letting the head of the center go.

All Łukasz had to do was let go and trust the head of the driving school „Lauto” from Warsaw , who would advise him to buy additional hours on the road, and then the exam in WORD would go as smoothly as in Monika’s case…

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sty 17 2025
Manual or automatic? Driving school „Lauto” from Warsaw explains how to do a category B course

When Zbyszek decided to take a category B course, he was looking for a driving school in Warsaw that offers both automatic and manual. At that time, he didn’t know which would be better for him.

As a car enthusiast, he was well aware of the differences between them. He knew that the main difference between them was that in the case of manuals, the gears were changed manually – you pressed the clutch pedal with your foot and then the gear shift.

With an automatic, however, everything happens more easily, without the need to operate your hand and foot. So the automatic does not require the driver’s direct involvement. The electronic control system simply decides to change gears without the driver’s involvement and the car always moves forward, so no hill or driveway will be scary.

Despite knowing these differences, Zbyszek still didn’t know what decision to make. So he decided to meet with his uncle, who had had a driving license for twenty-five years, and ask him for advice on what choice to make. The experienced driver took the time to listen to him, and then gave him expert advice.

Manual or automatic: which is the better choice according to an experienced driver? More on that in a moment. First, let’s answer the following question: what are the advantages and disadvantages of cars with manual and automatic transmissions?

What are the advantages of a manual course? A driving school from Warsaw shows when it is worth choosing a manual gearbox

What are the advantages of the course, exam and driving manual?

  • Lower service costs compared to cars with automatic transmission.
  • A driving license obtained for a car with a manual transmission is more universal as it allows you to drive both manual and automatic transmissions.
  • Better driving control thanks to the manual gearbox, which allows you to adjust the engine performance to road conditions.
  • Ease of reselling a car with manual transmission, as most drivers in Poland still drive cars with manual transmission.
  • Manuals are cheaper than their automatic counterparts, both new and used.
  • Most cars in Poland are manual, so when looking for a job behind the wheel, it is better to have a driving license with a manual gearbox.

What are the disadvantages of a manual course? A driving school from Warsaw explains the disadvantages of a manual gearbox

What are the disadvantages of the course, exam and driving on manual?

  • Manual transmission offers less driving comfort than an automatic, especially in city traffic jams where you have to start, stop and constantly change gears yourself.
  • During the course, mastering a manual gearbox involves more stress and the need to concentrate on these activities rather than on road conditions.
  • Driving a manual car is less smooth and more complex, requiring more concentration.
  • It is more difficult to learn to drive and pass the WORD exam with a manual.

What are the benefits of an automatic course? A driving school from Warsaw explains when it is worth choosing an automatic transmission

What are the advantages of the course, exam and driving a car?

  • Smoother acceleration and braking, which may prove helpful not only during the exam, but also in everyday use of the car.
  • Smoother starting, which is helpful when driving uphill or in city traffic jams.
  • Greater driving comfort as you don’t have to constantly change gears or operate the clutch, making driving easier, especially for a novice.
  • Nowadays, automatic cars burn less fuel than their manual counterparts.
  • There is no risk of the vehicle stalling when moving off or starting on a slope, which seems to be particularly important during the WORD exam.
  • The cost of repairing an automatic transmission is only slightly higher than a manual one, and more and more garages are able to handle these repairs without any problems.
  • It seems that the future of the automotive industry belongs to automatic transmissions, as more of them are sold in the new car segment, and leading brands sometimes only offer automatic transmissions in their latest models.
  • All electric, hydrogen and hybrid cars are available only in automatic versions.
  • If you complete an automatic driving course and obtain code 78, which requires you to drive only automatic driving, you can still extend your qualifications without having to complete a manual driving course at OSK, you only need to pass the practical exam at WORD in a manual driving test.
  • Automatic driving schools often have additional safety systems (such as parking sensors, reversing cameras, sign recognition or automatic handbrake) that the student may, but does not have to, use during the course or exam.

What are the disadvantages of an automatic course? A driving school from Warsaw suggests what disadvantages an automatic gearbox brings

What are the disadvantages of the course, exam and driving a car?

  • If you pass the test in an automatic, you get a driving licence with code 78, which means you can only drive a car with an automatic gearbox.
  • As a rule, cars with automatic transmission are more expensive to maintain and repair than cars with manual transmission, although it must be admitted that the difference is not as significant as it used to be.
  • It may be difficult to resell such a car, as more drivers in Poland still drive manual cars.
  • Automatics, both new and used, are usually more expensive than their manual counterparts.
  • Due to the fact that most WORDs do not offer automatic machines, the student is forced to take the exam in an OSK car.

Summary: Manual or Automatic? Warsaw Driving School Explains Which Gearbox Is a Better Choice

As usual, it is difficult to give a clear answer to such a question. It is worth looking at this issue from your own perspective. Nevertheless, we can answer what advice an experienced driver gave Zbyszek.

When Zbyszek visited his uncle and asked him whether to choose a manual or automatic course, his uncle first asked him a series of questions. They concerned such issues as: hobbies, free time, professional work, studies and contacts with friends. At first, Zbyszek thought that his uncle was just nosy.

However, the boy soon blushed with shame, because he felt stupid for accusing his uncle of it. The uncle simply wanted to know his current situation and what his life would be like after he passed his driving test. After he had obtained this information, he expressed his opinion regarding the choice of course:

” I think that in your case it would be best to get your driving license in manual mode because:

  • firstly, you want to buy a used car from friends and maybe you’ll find a gem in good condition and with low mileage, and most of your friends drive manual cars;
  • secondly, you are planning to work as a driver, so you don’t know whether you will come across a company that only has cars with manual transmissions;
  • thirdly, as a professional driver, you will avoid alcohol, which your friends with whom you go out on the town will take advantage of, and you will become their chauffeur;
  • Fourthly, once you master driving a manual transmission, you will be able to quickly adapt to an automatic transmission when the need arises, as it is easier to use.

As you can see – the experienced driver continued – the best choice in your case will be a course at the OSK and an exam at WORD in manual, and a driving school: „Lauto” from Warsaw link: https://lauto.pl/, where the instructors there performed a miracle, because they taught your cousin how to drive, who confused the gas with the brake, and the first gear with the reverse gear…”

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gru 14 2024
How to get a category B driving license in Warsaw step by step? Driving school „Lauto” explains how to get a license in simple steps and enjoy safety on the road

Driving school „Lauto” explains how to get a driving license in simple steps and enjoy safety on the road

When the head of a driving school from Warsaw set off in his Elka to pick up his trainees, he did not expect that an unusual situation would happen to him on the way. When he was approaching the agreed place, he suddenly heard the sound of sirens behind him.

It turned out to be an unmarked police car. It became clear that the instructor had committed some kind of traffic violation. The worst thing was that it happened in front of the students he was supposed to be teaching about proper and safe driving.

The instructor had almost sunk into the driver’s seat. Now he was trying to recreate the last meters of the route he had driven and the critical places where he could have committed an offense. But unfortunately he was unable to remember when he had committed the offense.

What offense did the instructor commit and what was his punishment? More on that in a moment. First, let’s answer the question of how to get your license in the capital step by step.

Step one: paperwork. A driving school from Warsaw suggests what formalities you need to complete before starting a category B course

The first step to start a category B course is to obtain a PKK number. A Polish citizen or a foreigner who has been in Poland for at least 6 months and has a document confirming legal residence in our homeland can sign up for the training.

To obtain a PKK number we need:

  • medical examination;
  • residential address (permanent or temporary registration);
  • driving license photos;
  • ID card, residence card or passport.

Schools will be happy to help you get a medical examination, as well as fill out an application for a driving license. All of the above documents can be submitted in person to the City Hall, specifically to the Department of Communication. Once you have a PKK number, you can start your course at OSK.

Step two: theoretical course. Driving school from Warsaw explains how the lectures for category B are conducted

Theoretical classes include 30 teaching hours of 45 minutes each, i.e. a total of 22 clock hours.

What types of courses do driver training centers offer?

  • Online course . It is characterized by online lectures, which – as the name suggests – can be taken at any time and place. Usually, the price of this course includes the possibility of consulting with a lecturer.
  • Individual course . This is an offer for those students who cannot attend lectures on the dates proposed by the center.

It is worth knowing that each course includes first aid classes , which last 4 teaching hours.

The internal theory exam is held after the entire course has been completed. However, it is possible to pass the state theory exam before the course has ended. In this way, the student is automatically exempted from the OSK exam. In our center, the price of the course includes 5 attempts at the internal theory exam, and the exam itself takes place in our lecture hall. Students sign up for it in our office or by phone.

Step three: practical course. Driving school from Warsaw explains how driving for category B is carried out

What types of practical courses do driving schools offer?

  • Basic course . It includes 30 clock hours of driving.
  • Extended course . It includes 40 clock hours of driving.
  • Course in a car with manual transmission . This is a basic course on a Hyundai I20, i.e. on the same vehicle that is used in the WORD exam.
  • Course in an automatic . You can also choose a car with an automatic transmission. However, you should bear in mind that when choosing an automatic on the course, the exam in WORD will also be taken in the same car, and the driving license will be limited only to driving cars with a clutch pedal.

For example, in our OSK we train in a new Toyota CHR on an automatic vehicle, equipped with many of the most modern safety systems: front and rear parking sensors, a reversing camera, warnings about cars approaching from the side when parking and when changing lanes.

  • VIP Intensive Course . It includes daily rides to complete the course as quickly as possible (even in 15 days!).

In our center, we operate in such a way that the student states his/her time possibilities, and together with him/her we agree on the places and dates of the classes. We arrange driving lessons 7 days a week from 6:00 to 22:00 throughout Warsaw. We meet in convenient transport locations for everyone, which include various metro stations or places of state exams.

In this way, we prepare our students to take the exam in one of the two Warsaw WORDs, near which our maneuvering grounds are located. Cancellation of classes can only take place with 24 hours’ notice, otherwise the classes are lost, which involves the need to buy additional lessons.

At the end of the course we conduct an internal exam, which is a simulation of the state exam. During it we do all the tasks as in the exam :

  • maneuvering area;
  • parking;
  • turning around;
  • vehicle service;
  • getting ready to ride.

After the exam, we discuss its course and express an opinion on whether the student’s skills are sufficient to pass the WORD exam. If not yet, we recommend additional lessons. It is worth mentioning that students who have passed the internal exam often try to drive once a week while waiting for the exam. Thanks to this, they gain constant contact with the car and increase their experience behind the wheel…

Step four: theory in WORD. A driving school from Warsaw explains how the theoretical driving test is conducted

Here is some useful information about the theoretical exam in WORD:

  • Typically the exam itself is 95% the same as the course;
  • you must show an ID with a photo;
  • we are entitled to a trial test which lasts 5 minutes and allows us to familiarize ourselves with the operation of a computer;
  • we receive the result immediately after the exam;
  • it is worth familiarizing yourself with our incorrect answers.

Step five: practice in WORD. Driving school from Warsaw explains how the practical driving test is conducted

We sign up for the state exam after completing the course. We can do it in two ways: via the website info-car.pl or in person at WORD (a few days of waiting).

The practical exam starts with a check of the candidate’s identity, so a passport or ID card is required. First, there are tasks on the maneuvering ground, then a trip to the city.

How does the practical exam work in WORD?

  • Vehicle maintenance : fluids and lights.
  • Preparation for driving : seat, mirrors and seat belts, and dipped or daytime running lights (depending on the weather).
  • Driving in a lane : we do not drive over lines or posts, the drive is smooth, and the stop occurs in envelopes with the whole car. In addition, a second attempt is possible, and the maneuver itself is performed by watching the road in the mirrors and necessarily in the rear window.
  • Starting on a hill : stop at the place designated by the examiner and pull the handbrake. Then accelerate, release the clutch and start driving. It is possible
  • repeating the task.
  • We head into the city : we have to park once and turn around.

What else should we know about the practical exam at WORD?

  • The exam in Warsaw is taken in a Hyundai I20 or in our center’s car.
  • If we take the automatic exam, we must use our OSK’s car.
  • If the exam result is negative, we register for the next one in exactly the same way as for the first one.
  • Once we pass the exam, we wait to collect our driving license.

Step six: pick up your license. Driving school from Warsaw explains when you can pick up your license

Once we pass the exam at WORD, we go to the City Office to pay the fee, which is 100 PLN and 50 gr. After two days, our license is listed in the mObywatel system. This is a temporary, electronic license. After 2-3 weeks, we collect the plastic license at the City Office.

Step seven: Polish roads. A driving school from Warsaw suggests what to do to enjoy safe driving on Polish roads

Just because we get our license doesn’t mean we’re drivers with a capital „D”. This is just the beginning of our learning. If we want to call ourselves „experienced drivers”, we should have driven at least 40,000 kilometers, or around the world along the equator. Until that happens, let’s treat ourselves as people in learning mode, who should drive calmly and carefully, without recklessness.

Finally, let’s return to the story from the first paragraph. The instructor was driving to the agreed place and suddenly heard the sound of sirens. So he pulled into the lay-by and blushed with shame in front of his students. When he rolled down his window and got his ID ready, a traffic policeman approached him and said:

— Please don’t worry, you haven’t committed any offense. I simply once took a course at the „Lauto” driving school in Warsaw and I wanted to thank you, not only for the great preparation for being a driver, but also for igniting in me a passion for motoring!

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