along 27 - Friday, June 9, 1989 - North Shore News —EALER LAUNCHED IN NORTH VAN Computer to replace written driver's test PROVINCIAL SOLICITOR Gen- eral and North Van- couver-Capilano MLA Angus Ree recently announced the June | in- ‘stitution of a computerized Motor Vehicle Branch testing system for new drivers and installation of the first system in the North Van- couver’s Motor Vehicle Branch of- fice. “This automated driver know!- edge testing system with touch- screen capability will replace the written test,’ Ree said. ‘‘It will be a much better measure of an ap- plicant’s true understanding of the traffic rules and the fundamentals of vehicle operation. One of the reasons for intreducing this test is the belief that better informed drivers should lead to safer high- ways.’’ Each applicant will be required to respond to on-screen questions by touching the screen rather than a keyboard. The 10-second video sequences show actual traffic scenes in high . resolution color, and the system's question bank is designed to both present applicants with a random set of questions and to be respon- sive to the individual’s level of knowledge. “We are not intending to reduce the number of successfui appli- cants,”’? Ree said, ‘‘but rather to ensure that those who pass have a | Radiator Problems? sound knowledge of the rules of the road and are ready to proceed to the next step.” According to Ree the new system will be installed on a pilot basis at all Motor Vehicle Branch offices in the Lower Mainland and .at Prince George, Salmon Arm and Fort St. John. He estimated that approximately 60 per cent of all new drivers in the province will be tested via the new system when installation is com- plete in October. The product has been developed in B.C. by International TestCorp, a smal! Victoria-based company. The government is spending about $2.6 million over three years on a comprehensive pilot project for the system. The program will be evaluated- and expanded to include the entire province. Several indicators will be looked at in judging the success of the program, including improved ser- vice to the public and reductions in the severity of accidents and mov- ing violations. Ongoing development of the product will include measurement of an applicant’s level of training (as distinct from knowledge) in the A COMPUTERIZED Motor Vehicle Branch testing system for new drivers was recently installed in the North form of a road-readiness test. This Vancouver’s Motor Vehicle Branch office. Here, North Vancouver-Capilano MLA Angus Ree watches 21- will be aimed at reducing the year-oid Jennifer Groberman test out the system. failure rate for road tests, which is presently 25 per cent. O West Coast Auto Detailing on MOBILE SERVICE _ Bring it to the experts! a For fast, professional repairs and service of your cooling system and/or air conditioner, come direct to the BCAA APPROVED. OVER 37 YEARS ON THE NORTH SHORE ‘NOR EST ust ot Pemberton, RADIATORS LTD. wn wee a Mon-Fri. 8:00-5:30, Sat. 8:00-3:00 DRIVE IN SERVICE WE PROTECT {7 YOUR CAR FROM THE BOTTOM UP! ‘SPRING SPECIALS UNDERCOATING / RUSTPROOFING Full new and used vehicle protection packages. Where else would you go but to the professionals. Over 30 years same location We also do complete interior/exterior clean ups. NORTH VAN UNDERCOATING 13l1 Pemberton Ave., N.Van. 987-4477 | * COOLING SYSTEMS & AIR-CONDITIONING N. VANCOUVER * We Will Come to You!! Protect Your Investment Give Your Car the Attention It Deserves. EXTERIOR DETAILING INTERIOR DETAILING 60 $75 Complete Detailing (Exterior & Interfor) $99.00 Hand Car Wash $14.95 * Pickup and Delivery from Home or * Office Can be Arranged Cellular 657-2225 TEXCORMOTVE BO hae * MECHANICAL SPECIALISTS RECONDITION x COLLISION SPECIALISTS NK" OUR “30TH” YEAR SERVING THE NORTH SHORE QUALITY WORKMANSHIP ~ TRUSTWORTHY SERVICE | ,tAviofudine oF eas | BCAA. APPROVED - A.R.A, CERTIFIED [ eer a | | NC.B.C, VENDOR —.CA.R, TRAINED [—panene © GENERAL MECHANICAL (MOTOR, BRAKES, ETC.) SENIOR & FLEET DISCOUNTS © AUTOMATIC & STANDARD TRANSMISSIONS, CLUTCHES. DIFF. * COMPUTERIZED ELECTRONIC TUNE-UPS ALL WORK FULLY © ALIGNMENTS, BALANCING, SUSPENSIONS, FRAMES, UNIEODY + APPOINTMENTS » BODY & FENDER, MAJOR COLLISIONS — BAKE OVEN PAINTING * TOWING & COURTESY CARS ARRANGED E Ree porimares JAYLORMOTIVE $9 OD, 174 PEMBERTON AVE. 5 BLOCKS SOUTH OF MARINE DR. 985-7455 gndA MOT NTO FACTORY TRAINED MECHANICS : 14 YEARS HONDA EXPERIENCE 22 YEARS JAPANESE CAR EXPERIENCE (2 blocks west of Lonsdale) 65 MAHON AVE., NORTH VANCOUVER, B,C. ve Sere REPAIRS & SERVICE ay COMPLETE COLLISION REPAIRS & PAINTING FREE= With every lube, off & fliter Safety belts save lives. Are you using yours?