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Someone mentioned that you don't have to take the vision test if you have a license from another state. Can anyone confirm that? I failed my vision test in SC but I got a letter from my Opthamologist saying my vision was above the minimum requirements to get the license. Does anyone know if this will work in NC?
Someone mentioned that you don't have to take the vision test if you have a license from another state. Can anyone confirm that? I failed my vision test in SC but I got a letter from my Opthamologist saying my vision was above the minimum requirements to get the license. Does anyone know if this will work in NC?
I moved from Michigan and had to take the vision test.
I passed, yay...I was so happy, but after driving for 17 years I would have hoped that I passed, I only missed 1 question. I could not believe how long the process was though, to actually wait around, get called, take the vision and sign test, than the computer test, than wait for a photo, get your license than drive to another building to register the car, then go to the car dealer to have the car inspected...what an ordeal...not complaining, I just couldn't believe the process here. but I am glad its done and over. I am very happy that I was able to accomplish this all in one afternoon. I took half day from work and did all of this. All of you that are relocating, or have relocated, just read the manual and study the signs and you will do fine. I relocated in November from Long Island. I am loving the area so far, and I love this forum. I am reading and reading all these posts, finding a lot of valuable information. Thanks NC!
I went to the driver's license office in Fuquay (next to the library). The wait was only about 15 minutes. The tests there are still given with pencil and paper, no computers yet. When we registered our vehicles, it ended up costing around $600 once it was all said and done. That makes up for how much less we pay in property taxes on our house. They always get you in some way!
What do they make you take a test. Ibeen driving truck for years in ny .they just don't transfer your license from another state
I don't know what the rules are that govern a CDL or anything beyond a standard operator's license. When you transfer your old license to a NC-issued driver's license, you have to pass a vision test and written test. Same for receiving your motorcycle endorsement on your license.
Please tell me people don't drive in NC like they do here!!
Driving in Miami 101
1. Turn signals will give away your next move. A real Miami driver never uses them.
2. Under no circumstance should you leave a safe distance between you and the car in front of you, or the space will be filled in by somebody else, putting you in an even more dangerous situation.
3. The faster you drive through a red light, the smaller the chance you have of getting hit.
4. Never, ever come to a complete stop at a stop sign. No one expects it and it will result in you being rear-ended.
5. Never get in the way of an older car that needs extensive bodywork, especially someone from Florida or Georgia. With no- fault insurance the other guy doesn't have anything to lose.
6. Braking is to be done as hard and late as possible to ensure that your ABS kicks in, giving a nice, relaxing foot massage as the brake pedal pulsates. For those of you without ABS, it's a chance to stretch your legs.
7. Never pass on the left when you can pass on the right. It's a good way to prepare for people entering the highway.
8. Speed limits are arbitrary figures, given only as a suggestion and are apparently not enforceable in any County during rush hour.
9. Just because you're in the left lane and have no room to speed up or move over doesn't mean that a Miami driver flashing his high beams behind you doesn't think he can go faster in your spot.
10. Always slow down and rubberneck when you see an accident or even someone changing a tire. This is seen as a sign of respect for the victim.
11. Learn to swerve abruptly. Florida is the home of high-speed slalom driving.
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12. It is traditional in Miami to honk your horn at cars that don't move the instant the light turns green.
13. Remember that the goal of every Miami driver is to get there first by whatever means necessary.
14. In Miami, 'flipping someone the bird' is considered a polite salute. This gesture should always be returned.
Sounds like Los Angeles. LOL. Based on my experience here in NC, however, I've only seen a hint of only a couple of things on your list. Just got caught in a crowd of rubber neckers and there were many people heading south on the 40 driving on the right hand shoulder to get to the 147 south (I guess that they really needed that extra 20 seconds).
Tailgating, unfortunately, is a real pain is the **** here! Fortunately, I've had experience with tailgators and after a few seconds of tailgating me, well, let's just say that I'm sure they'll think twice about the next time.
Otherwise, my stress levels during driving have decreased dramatically!
haha I am laughing, it sounds like you're describing Long Island, not Miami. That's how they drive there, it was crazy, my driving anxiety has gone way down since living here in NC...the only thing I see here in NC is that hardly anyone uses their signals to change lanes, make turns, etc...but if that's the worse, I'll take it...other than that...driving has been a pleasure here
I'm glad my driving stress will decrease a little. Everytime I get in may car here, I'm glad I have a will just incase I don't make it to my destination!! There are times I want to put 2 seatbelts on the baby
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Passed License Test on first try
new driver license
Fortunately, I've had experience with tailgators and after a few seconds of tailgating me, well, let's just say that I'm sure they'll think twice about the next time. 
