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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. You can count on our friendly, professional driving instructors to help you.
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Manual and automatic refer to the type transmission, or gears that your car has. In a manual vehicle, you are required to change the gears yourself at the correct time. As the name suggests an automatic car automatically changes the gears at the appropriate time.
- What Is The Difference Between Manual Cars And Automatic Cars?
- Is A Manual Car Or Automatic Car The Most Popular?
- What Are The Advantages Of Taking Driving Lessons In An Automatic Car?
- Are There Downsides to Driving an Automatic Car?
- Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) Approved Driving Instructors
- Your Very First Beechwood Driving Lesson
- How to Choose A Driving Test Centre
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What Is The Difference Between Manual Cars And Automatic Cars?
If you live in a busy city where shifting gears and clutch control is an essential part of daily driving, learning to drive a manual car may not be for you. You may have taken driving lessons in manual cars before but found it too 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. 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.
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. 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. To select the correct gear for your speed, when the clutch is down simply move the gear stick for the right gear. A clutch pedal is standard on most manual cars, but some cars use a trigger or a button to replace it.
An automatic car does not have a clutch, as the changing of the gears are done automatically by the car. 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 easier to learn how to drive an automatic car rather than a manual. A footrest is usually used in place of the clutch. Automatic cars do not have a clutch so they are very difficult to stall. Also, you won’t accidentally put the car into the wrong gear or grind the gears.
Manuals also have a different gear stick from Automatics. Manual cars have five, possibly 6, forward gears and one reverse gear. An Automatic has four main operations. Although there are variations, the four main operations for the gear stick are (P) park (D) drive (N) neutral (R) reverse. With the possible exception of neutral (which is used in heavy traffic or at traffic lights), most operations are quite obvious.
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. While it will move it won’t be very fast until you press the accelerator. This is important to remember if you’re used to driving a manual car and plan to switch to an automatic
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Is A Manual Car Or Automatic Car The Most Popular?
The UK has a higher proportion of manual cars, but there is an increasing number of automatics being built each year. Automatics are generally more expensive to purchase as well as to run and maintain. Automatic cars use more fuel than manual cars and they can be more costly to fix and insure.
What Are The Advantages Of Taking Driving Lessons In An Automatic Car?
The process of learning how to drive an automatic car isn’t always easier, it all depends upon what difficulties you are experiencing. You won’t notice a difference if you struggling with a common problem such as observation.
You might find it easier to learn how to drive in an automatic if you have trouble with clutch control and gear changes. When you learn to drive in an urban environment with lots of traffic, there is less to worry about. It is a stop-start driving style that means you’ll be changing gears constantly. For both experienced drivers and those just starting to learn how to drive manual cars, this can be frustrating.
An automatic car makes it easier when doing your driving test as you do not have the risk of stalling the car and any struggles you have with 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.
Are There Downsides to Driving an Automatic Car?
As we have already mentioned, automatic cars are generally more expensive to buy, run and maintain. Automatic driving lessons can often be more expensive that manual driving lessons because of this.
One downside to learning how to drive in an automatic car is that it does not allow you to drive a manual car. However, if you pass your test in a manual car, you will be able to drive both.
You may find that passing your test in an automatic car could limit your options for buying or renting a car in the future. If you decide that you want to drive a manual vehicle, you will need to take the test again
In general, automatic cars have lower pass rates than manual cars. This shouldn’t discourage you, however, as many learners pass their driving test with automatic cars each year.
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Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) Approved Driving Instructors
Our Driving Instructors offer high-quality driving lessons in Beechwood 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.
You can be sure that when you are learning to drive with one of our driving instructors in Beechwood you will receive the highest quality driving instruction possible. They want to help you become a confident, competent driver.
Your Very First Beechwood Driving Lesson
Your first lesson will include an introduction chat with your instructor to get to know you and your driving history. 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, they will check your provisional driving licence and do an eye exam. Then, they will go over the basics of the car that you will be learning in.
Local Beechwood driving instructors know the area better than anyone. Your driving lesson will be held in quiet surroundings away from any traffic so that you can slowly improve your confidence with driving. You will learn about the different pedals and how to steer, control your clutch, move off and stop. You will face new challenges as your driving skills improve.
Your instructor will carefully plan each lesson route to ensure you drive through all the junctions, roundabouts and pedestrian crossings with ease.
Bad habits are difficult to break, so it’s important that you learn how to drive safely as soon as you start learning to drive. 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 give you a record of your driving progress. Your progress record will include all the topics that you must master in order to drive safely throughout your driving career. These include techniques such as parallel parking, turning in the road (3-point turn), reversing around a corner, and an emergency stop. It will give you an overview of where you are at and the amount you still have to learn.
For more information on our Automatic Driving Lessons in Beechwood get in touch today
How to Choose A Driving Test Centre
The choice of a test centre is up to you, but it can have an impact on how you perform and whether you pass. It is best to choose the nearest test centre to where you have had your lessons. This gives you the advantage to be familiar with the local roads and surroundings when you take your driving test.
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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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