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Driving is a valuable skill. It can lead to independence and freedom. 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 professional and friendly driving instructors are here to help you.
All levels of learner drivers are welcome, whether you are just 17 years old and looking to take your very first lessons or more experienced who are looking for intensive or other packages of driving lessons.
Both manual and automatic are the types of transmissions or gears found in a car. Manual cars require that you change the gears at the right time. Automatic cars change the gears when needed for you.
- What Is The Difference Between Manual And Automatic Cars?
- Which Are More Popular: Automatic or Manual Cars?
- What Are The Advantages Of Taking Driving Lessons In An Automatic Car?
- Are There Any Downsides To Driving An Automatic Car?
- DVSA Approved Driving Instructors
- Your Very First Towngate Driving Lesson
- How to Choose A Driving Test Centre
- Learning To Drive FAQs
What Is The Difference Between Manual And Automatic Cars?
Driving a manual car is not something that everyone can learn, especially if the city is busy and you need to change gears and rely on clutch control a lot. Perhaps you’ve had driving lessons in a manual vehicle before but found it difficult to handle the gears. A disability that prevents drivers from changing gears easily is another reason why they may choose to learn to drive in an automatic. If this describes you, you are not alone. Many people find learning to drive and passing their test in an automatic much easier and more enjoyable.
If you are driving an automatic transmission car, it will automatically change the gears for you. If your car has a manual transmission, you will have to change the gears by yourself.
Manual cars usually have three pedals, the clutch, brake, and accelerator. You also have a gear stick which when used with the clutch allows you to change the gears. You operate the clutch with your left foot, and the other two with your right foot. To change gear, you push the clutch down. When the clutch is down, you can move the stick to select the proper gear for your speed. Most manual cars have a clutch pedal, but some cars have a trigger or button on the gearstick.
An automatic car does without a clutch because the gears are changed automatically. As the vehicle speeds up, the gears will automatically change higher and as it slows down the gears will change to a lower gear. In an automatic car you don’t need to know how to coordinate the clutch, gear lever and accelerator. This makes it easier to learn how to drive an automatic car rather than a manual. Instead of a clutch pedal, there’s usually a footrest. 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.
Manuals have a different type of gear stick to an Automatic. A manual has one reverse gear and five, possibly 6, forward gears. The main operations of the automatic gear stick include four major operations. Although there may be variations, they are (P) park, (D) drive, (N) neutral, and (R) reverse. These operations are fairly self-explanatory with the possible exception of neutral which can be used when you are stopped at traffic lights or in heavy traffic.
Another difference is the fact that you must use the accelerator to get a manual vehicle to move on the flat. But if you put an automatic into drive or reverse, the car will creep along all by itself. While it will move it won’t be very fast until you press the accelerator. If you’re used to driving manual cars and want to switch to an automatic, this is something you need to remember.
If you are searching for automatic driving lessons in Towngate then please contact us today to book your first 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. Automatics are generally more expensive to purchase as well as to run and maintain. They consume more fuel than a manual car, and are also more costly to repair or insure.
What Are The Advantages Of Taking Driving Lessons In An Automatic Car?
It is not necessarily easier to learn how to drive an automatic car, it all depends on what you are dealing with. You won’t notice a difference if you struggling with a common problem such as observation.
Driving in an automatic is a good option if your problems with clutch control or gear changing. When you learn to drive in an urban environment with lots of traffic, there is less to worry about. Because of the nature of urban driving, you will have to change gears often. This can be an issue for experienced drivers as well as those who are learning to drive a manual vehicle.
You can take your driving test in an automatic car, eliminating the possibility of the car stalling and any clutch control problems. 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 trouble managing the gears in a manual vehicle, you might find that learning to drive an automatic car is easier. This could mean you take fewer lessons to pass your test and receive your driving license.
Are There Any Downsides To Driving An Automatic Car?
As stated above, automatic cars tend be more expensive than manual cars to purchase, run and maintain. Automatic driving lessons can often be more expensive that manual driving lessons because of this.
You should also remember that learning to drive and passing your test in an automatic does not allow you to drive a manual vehicle. You can drive both manual and automatic cars if your test is passed in a manual car.
Passing your driving test in an automatic vehicle may restrict your choices when it comes to renting or buying a car or van in the future. Also, if later you decide you would prefer to drive manual cars, then you’ll need to take another driving test.
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.
If you are searching for automatic driving lessons in Towngate then please contact us today to book your first lesson
DVSA Approved Driving Instructors
Our Driving Instructors offer high-quality driving lessons in Towngate for drivers of all ages abilities and levels. They are approved and registered with the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) and have years of experience 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.
No matter your reasons for learning to drive are, our driving instructors can help you to pass your driving test quickly and inexpensively. They can provide you with a range driving lessons and courses that will help get your driving licence in the shortest time possible.
Driving lessons in Towngate are taught by qualified instructors who will help you develop safe driving skills and good driving habits for a reasonable price. They want to help you become a confident, competent driver.
Your Very First Towngate Driving Lesson
Your driving instructor will begin with an introduction chat to learn about your driving skills and experience. It doesn’t matter if you haven’t had any driving lessons previously as the majority of our customers have never taken driving lessons previously either. 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 Towngate better than anyone else. Your driving lesson will begin in a quiet area away from cars and other road users, so that you can slowly build up your confidence. You will learn about the different pedals and how to steer, control your clutch, move off and stop. As you gain driving proficiency, you’ll be faced with new challenges.
Your driving instructor will carefully plan every lesson route so you get to experience driving through different junctions, pedestrian crossings and roundabouts.
It is crucial that you learn to drive safely right from the start as bad habits can be difficult to break. Our driving instructors are trained to help you be safe on the roads and pass your driving test. 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 create a written record of how you are driving. Your progress report will detail all topics you need to know to be a safe and confident driver. These include techniques like parallel parking, turning in traffic (3-point turn), reversing around corners and an emergency stop. It will give you an overview of where you are at and the amount you still have to learn.
If you are searching for automatic driving lessons in Towngate then please contact us today to book your first lesson
How to Choose A Driving Test Centre
While your choice of test centre will be based on your personal preference, it can have a direct impact on how you perform on the day and whether or not you pass. We recommend that the test centre is located near where you have taken your lessons. This gives you the advantage to be familiar with the local roads and surroundings when you take your driving test.
If you are searching for automatic driving lessons in Towngate then please contact us today to book your first lesson
Learning To Drive FAQs
Are automatic lessons more expensive?
Automatic driving lessons are more expensive as the costs of insuring automatic cars is around 43% higher than manual cars of the same class – this is because automatic cars generally cost more to repair.
Should you put automatic in neutral when stopped?
Never put your vehicle in neutral at traffic lights You will be shifting gears every time to meet a stop light, subjecting them to unnecessary wear. You may have to replace them sooner than you thought. Avoid all this by letting the brakes do their job: leave the engine in drive and step on the brakes at the stoplight
How long does it take to pass automatic?
However, there's less to get to grips with when you take automatic driving lessons. This means many learners are able to pass after just 20 hours of lessons, as long as they also get some private practice.
Is it worth getting an automatic license?
Learning to drive in an automatic might help you take fewer driving lessons in order to reach test standard. What's more, if you've been really struggling with a manual then going for an automatic could mean the difference between you getting your licence and not getting your licence.
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