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Driving is a necessary skill. This skill can open up new avenues to freedom and independence. You could be taking driving lessons as you have to commute to work, to pick up your children at school or to simply make it easier to get to where you need to be. Our friendly and experienced driving instructors can help you.
We welcome all levels of learners, from students just 17 who want to start lessons, to those who need our other driving lesson packages.
Both manual and automatic are the types of transmissions or gears found in a car. You must change the gears yourself in a manual car. Automatic cars change the gears when needed for you.
- What’s The Difference Between Manual And Automatic Cars?
- Which Are More Popular: Automatic or Manual Cars?
- What Are The Benefits Of Learning To Drive In An Automatic Car?
- Is There A Downside To Driving An Automatic Car?
- DVSA Registered Driving Instructors
- Your First Driving Lesson In Denholme
- How to Choose A Driving Test Centre
- Learning To Drive FAQs
What’s The Difference Between Manual And Automatic Cars?
Driving a manual car isn’t for everyone, especially if you live in a busy area where shifting gears and controlling the clutch are a daily part of your driving. You might have had driving lessons in a manual car but found the gears too complicated. Another reason drivers may choose an automatic is because they have difficulty changing the gears due to a disability. These are just a few of the many reasons why you may find learning how to drive and passing your driving test much easier in an automatic.
If you are driving an automatic transmission car, it will automatically change the gears for you. You must change the gears yourself if your car is manual transmission.
There are three pedals in manual cars, the clutch, brake, and the accelerator. They also come with a gear stick, used in conjunction with the clutch to change gears. The clutch is operated using your left foot while the other two are controlled with your right foot. Simply press the clutch down to change gear. The clutch must be down in order to move the gearstick and select the right gear for you. Most manual cars have a clutch pedal, but some cars have a trigger or button on the gearstick.
An automatic car doesn’t need a clutch as the gears are automatically changed. As the vehicle accelerates, it will automatically change the gears higher. When the car slows down or stops, the gears will automatically switch to the lower gear. In an automatic car it is not necessary to be proficient in coordinating the accelerator, clutch, and gear lever. This makes it much easier to learn how to drive an automatic car over a manual. A footrest replaces the clutch and is used instead of a pedal. It is difficult for automatic cars to stall as they don’t have a clutch. Also, you can not put the car in the wrong gear or grind the gears.
A Manual’s gear stick is different than an Automatic. Manual cars have five, possibly 6, forward gears and one reverse gear. The four main operations of an Automatic’s gear stick are (P), park, (D) drive, (N) neutral, and (R) reverse. There are many variations but these are the main four operations. These operations are easy to understand, except for neutral, which is used when you’re stopped at traffic lights, or in heavy traffic.
Another difference is that manual cars will not be move on the flat without using the accelerator, whereas an automatic car if put into drive or reverse will move all by itself. It will move, but it won’t go very fast unless you push the accelerator. If you’re used to driving manual cars and want to switch to an automatic, this is something you need to remember.
Our driving instructors in Denholme are waiting for your call and are ready to answer any questions you may have about your first automatic driving lesson
Which Are More Popular: Automatic or Manual Cars?
Manual cars are the most popular in the UK, but the number of automatics being manufactured is increasing. Automatic cars tend to be more expensive to purchase, run and maintain. They consume more fuel than a manual car, and are also more costly to repair or insure.
What Are The Benefits Of Learning To Drive In An Automatic Car?
Although learning to drive in an automatic car can be easier than driving a manual car, it all depends on your specific difficulties. It won’t make much of a difference to you if you have a common issue like observation.
It is possible to learn to drive an automatic car if gear changes or clutch control are difficult for you. There is much less to consider when learning to drive in a city with lots of congestion. Driving in traffic-heavy areas will require you to change gears frequently because of the constant stop-start nature. Even if you’re an experienced driver, this can be quite frustrating.
The automatic car allows you to take your driving exam without worrying about stalling or having to use clutch control. A learner will have a lot less difficulty with driving manoeuvres, such as turning in the road or starting from a hill due to no gears or clutch control required.
If you have difficulties with the gears in a manual car, an automatic car may be a better choice. You might find it easier to learn how to drive and pass your driving test.
Is There A Downside To Driving An Automatic Car?
As we have already mentioned, automatic cars are generally more expensive to buy, run and maintain. This is why automatic driving lessons are more expensive than manual driving lessons.
A downside to learning to drive an automatic car is that your license does not qualify you to drive a manual car. Your licence will allow both if you pass your manual driving test.
It is possible that your future choices in buying or renting a vehicle or van may be limited by taking your driving test in an automatic car. You will have to take your driving test again if you decide to drive a manual car.
The pass rates for automatic cars are typically lower than those for manual cars. This shouldn’t discourage you, however, as many learners pass their driving test with automatic cars each year.
Our driving instructors in Denholme are waiting for your call and are ready to answer any questions you may have about your first automatic driving lesson
DVSA Registered Driving Instructors
Our Driving Instructors are approved by and registered with the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency and provide high-quality driving lessons in Denholme to drivers of all ages, abilities and levels. Driving lessons are available for beginners, experienced drivers, and those who are returning to the road after a break. You’ll feel calm, safe and confident while driving, no matter your age.
Our driving instructors are available to help you pass the driving test as fast and cheaply as possible, no matter what your reason is for learning to drive. The instructors will offer a variety of driving lessons and courses, each designed to get you your driving licence as quickly as possible.
Our driving instructors are qualified and experienced. They will teach you the most safe and efficient driving techniques. Their goal is for you to be a confident and capable driver.
Your First Driving Lesson In Denholme
Your instructor will conduct an introductory chat with you to discover your driving experience and current driving abilities. No need to worry if you’ve never taken driving lessons before as the majority of our customers do not have any prior driving experience. During the chat, the instructor will verify that your provisional licence is in good order, conduct an eye examination, and then explain the basics of the vehicle you will be learning in.
Local driving instructors know Denholme better than anyone else. Your driving lesson will be held in quiet surroundings away from any traffic so that you can slowly improve your confidence with driving. The basics of driving, including how to steer and control the clutch, as well as moving off and stopping, will be covered first. You will face new challenges as your driving skills improve.
Your driving instructor will carefully plan every lesson of you so that you will drive through various junctions, roundabouts, and pedestrian crossings in a familiar setting.
It is crucial that you learn to drive safely right from the start as bad habits can be difficult to break. Driving instructors have been specially trained to help you pass your driving test and be safe on the roads. They have extensive experience and knowledge of driving that they will use to help make you a confident and safer driver.
Your driving instructor will provide a written log of your driving progress. Your progress record will contain all of the topics you need to know in order to safely drive for your whole life. These techniques include parallel parking, turning in the road (3 point turn), reverse around corners and emergency stops. This will tell you where you are at the moment and what you need to do to improve.
Our driving instructors in Denholme are waiting for your call and are ready to answer any questions you may have about your first automatic driving lesson
How to Choose A Driving Test Centre
It is entirely up to you which test centre you choose. However, the choice of the test centre can directly impact how you perform on the day, and whether you pass. We recommend you choose the test centre that is closest to where your lessons have taken place. This will give you the advantage of being familiar with the area and roads when you take your driving test.
Our driving instructors in Denholme are waiting for your call and are ready to answer any questions you may have about your first automatic driving lesson
Learning To Drive FAQs
Is automatic easier than manual?
The most obvious benefit is that driving an automatic is considerably easier than driving a manual car. Driving can be less stressful, and it may be safer too. After all, if you don't have to worry about gear changes, you'll be able to focus entirely on the road ahead of you.
Are automatic cars better for nervous drivers?
Automatics are often a good choice for learners who need to pass their test sooner. Nervous drivers will also be able to build up their confidence more quickly if they don't have to worry about the clutch.
Do you have to do a theory test for automatic?
You usually need to take the theory test before you can get your full car driving licence. You do not need to take the car theory test if you: want to upgrade an automatic car licence to a manual one.
What happens in an automatic driving test?
The automatic driving test is a simplified version of the full driving test — because learners don't need to learn how to master a clutch or manual gears leaving them to concentrate on accelerating, steering, braking, manoeuvres and identifying possible hazards.
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