Remember to be patient and confident when you first start your journey. From adjusting your seat and mirrors to controlling yourself, one step at a time.
Be patient with yourself as you learn to accelerate quickly, brake smoothly, and make controlled turns. Building these skills takes time, as the process cannot be rushed. A comfortable parking lot is fine to start with.
Before starting driving:
1. Get Learner's Permit:
- Check your local regulations to see if you need a learner's name before you start driving.
2. Choose a Vehicle:
- If you are starting with an automatic transmission, this makes the process easier.
3. Understand the controls:
- first you have to know about the vehicle controls steering wheel, pedals, accelerator, brake, and clutch, gear, and light signal
4. Find an empty parking lot:
- Use a spacious, empty parking lot to simulate an empty car for practice.
Started:
5. Adjust your seat and glasses:
- Make sure you can comfortably reach the pedals and adjust the mirrors for better visibility.
6. Your Seat Belts:
- Always wear your seat belt before starting the engine.
7. Start Engine:
- Insert the key into the ignition button to start the engine
8. Understand Gear Shift (Automatic):
- Will familiarize you with the gear selector if you are driving an automatic car. Normally, you start "Park" or "Drive"
Basic Steps of Driving:
9. Accelerate slowly:
- press down on the accelerator with your right side; Avoiding fast movements
10. Easily Break:
- Use the brake pedal gently when you need to slow down or stop, press it to your right.
11. Steering Control:
- Use both to make smooth, controlled turns of the steering wheel.
12. Practice Parking:
- Parking space in different situations: straight parking, angled parking, and parallel parking.
Beach and Road Rules:
13. Understand Traffic Signs:
- Know and understand common signs and signals.
14. Follow Traffic Rules:
- Observe speed limits, use turn signals, and obey your signals
15. KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE:
- Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you.
16. Use mirrors:
- Check your rear view and side mirrors regularly for a clear view of your surroundings
17. Beware of pedestrians and riders
- Walk and watch out for riders, especially at crosswalks.
18. Park Safely:
- Park in a designated area or safe space.
19. Shut down the engine:
- Shift to "Park" (for automatic transmission) and turn off the engine.
20. Reflective and perfect:
- Reflect on your driving and practice with exercises to build confidence.
NOTE: Remember that driving gets better with skill. People with fewer people will start out, and as you gain confidence, progress to a more forward-thinking environment. If you want structured guidance from an experienced instructor, guide driving lessons are not for you.
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