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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.
Automatic and manual refers to the type of transmission (or gears) that is in the 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 Cars And Automatic Cars?
- Which Are More Popular: Automatic or Manual Cars?
- What Are The Benefits Of Learning To Drive An Automatic?
- Are There Downsides to Driving an Automatic Car?
- DVSA Approved Driving Instructors
- Your First Batley Driving Lesson
- The Driving Test Centre You Should Choose
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What Is The Difference Between Manual Cars And Automatic Cars?
It can be difficult to learn how to drive a manual vehicle, especially if you live in a busy area where daily driving involves lots of changing gears and clutch control. You might have had driving lessons in a manual car but found the gears too complicated. A driver may also choose an automatic car because they are unable to change gears as easily 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.
Automatic transmission cars automatically change gears for you. You must change the gears yourself if your car is manual transmission.
A manual car will have 3 pedals the brake, accelerator and clutch. You also have a gear stick which is used to change gears. You use your left foot to operate the clutch, while your right foot is used for the other two. When you need to change gear, you press down on the clutch. When the clutch is down, you can then move the gearstick to select the required gear. You will find a clutch pedal on most manual cars, but some cars, replace the pedal with a trigger/button on the gear stick.
An automatic car does without a clutch because the gears are changed automatically. An automatic car will change the gears automatically as it speeds and slows down. The co-ordination between the clutch, accelerator and gear lever is not required when driving an automatic car. 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. Automatic cars do not have a clutch so they are very difficult to stall. It is also impossible to put an automatic car in the wrong gear or grind the gears.
Manuals have a different type of gear stick to an Automatic. You can choose between 1-5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear in a manual car. 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. The operation are very simple, with perhaps the exception of neutral that is used when your vehicle is stopped at traffic lights or in heavy congestion.
Another difference is that a manual car will not move on the flat unless you use the accelerator. An automatic, however, can be set into reverse or drive and the car will move by itself. It will move, but it won’t go very fast unless you push the accelerator. This is something to keep in mind if you want to switch from a manual to an automatic car.
Our Batley driving instructors 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?
In the UK manual cars are more popular than automatics, however, the number of new automatics being built is increasing. Automatics can be more expensive to buy, 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 An Automatic?
Driving an automatic car is not necessarily any easier, it depends on the issues you are having. Learning in an automatic car won’t help you if your problem is observation
You might find it easier to learn how to drive in an automatic if you have trouble with clutch control and gear changes. It is much easier to learn how to drive in urban areas that are jam-packed with traffic. You will need to constantly change your gear because of the stop-start nature involved in driving in densely populated areas. This can be an issue for experienced drivers as well as those who are learning to drive a manual vehicle.
Taking your driving test in an automatic car is easier than driving in a manual car as you do not have the risk of stalling the car and any struggles you have with clutch control. Because there are no gears so you do not need a clutch in an automatic car, it is much easier to perform manoeuvres like a turn in traffic or a hill start.
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.
Are There Downsides to Driving an Automatic Car?
As stated above, automatic cars tend be more expensive than manual cars to purchase, run and maintain. Because of this, automatic driving lessons tend to be more expensive than manual lessons.
A downside to learning to drive an automatic car is that your license does not qualify you to drive a manual car. If you pass your driving test in a manual car, your license will permit you to drive both.
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. If you decide that you want to drive a manual vehicle, you will need to take the test again
Automatic cars have a lower pass rate than manual cars. Don’t let this discourage you though, as thousands of learners pass the driving test in automatic vehicles every year.
Our Batley driving instructors are waiting for your call and are ready to answer any questions you may have about your first automatic driving lesson
DVSA Approved Driving Instructors
Our Driving Instructors are approved by and registered with the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency and provide high-quality driving lessons in Batley to drivers of all ages, abilities and levels. It doesn’t matter if its your your first driving lesson or if you have been driving for a while and just want to refresh your skills, you will feel calm and confident as you learn to drive.
No matter what your reason for learning, our driving instructors will help you pass your driving exam as fast and cheaply as possible. They can provide you with a range driving lessons and courses that will help get your driving licence in the shortest time possible.
Our driving instructors are qualified and experienced. They will teach you the most safe and efficient driving techniques. Their goal is to help you become confident and competent driver.
Your First Batley Driving Lesson
Your first lesson will include an introduction chat with your instructor to get to know you and your driving history. Don’t worry if you have not had driving lessons before as most people haven’t 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 Batley 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. 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 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. Driving instructors are specially trained to show you how to drive safely and pass your driving exam. You will benefit from their extensive knowledge and experience in driving and become a safe, confident driver.
Your driving instructor will give you a record 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 include techniques such as parallel parking, turning in the road (3-point turn), reversing around a corner, and an emergency stop. It will let you know what level you’re at now, and how much more you still have to learn.
Our Batley driving instructors are waiting for your call and are ready to answer any questions you may have about your first automatic driving lesson
The Driving Test Centre You Should Choose
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 you choose a test centre closest to where you have had your driving lessons. This will allow you to be more familiar with the roads and the surrounding areas when you take your driving exam.
Our Batley driving instructors are waiting for your call and are ready to answer any questions you may have about your first automatic driving lesson
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Is automatic car good for long drive?
Ease of Use An automatic transmission car actually makes a lot of sense for all those who have long commutes and often have to drive through a lot of congestion. Not having to use the clutch and the gear lever frequently reduces the driver fatigue to a lot of extent.
How long does a clutch last on an automatic?
The average lifespan of a clutch is anywhere between 20,000 to 150,000 miles. Luckily, your clutch will likely give you ample notice that something is going wrong. Don't get left at the side of the road with a vehicle that won't shift into gear.
Is 20 driving lessons enough?
The average amount of driving lessons should be 40-45 hours before taking your driving test. Some people decide that 20-30 hours or maybe even less is enough – but remember that the more lessons you take, the better you will become at driving. You'll pass your test faster if you take multiple driving lessons each week.
How many months does it take to pass your driving test?
It usually takes around 30 to 40 hours to reach test standard. 2 x 1.5 hour lessons per week should allow you to reach test standard within around 2 to 3 months depending on your ability. Opting for one lesson per week can take up to six months to reach test standard.
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