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Driving is a necessary skill. This skill can open up new avenues to freedom and independence. You may be looking to learn to drive because you have to commute to work or pick up your children from school. Or you just want to make it easier to get from A-B. Our professional and friendly driving instructors are here to 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.
Manual and automatic refer to the type transmission, or gears that your car has. Manual cars require that you change the gears at the right time. As the name suggests an automatic car will change the gears automatically when needed.
- What Is The Difference Between Automatic Cars And Manual 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 Registered Driving Instructors
- Your First Driving Lesson In Guiseley
- How to Choose A Driving Test Centre
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What Is The Difference Between Automatic Cars And Manual 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. Perhaps you’ve had driving lessons in a manual vehicle before but found it difficult to handle the gears. A driver may also choose an automatic car because they are unable to change gears as easily due to a disability. If this is you, you’re not alone. Many people find learning to drive and passing the driving test in an automatic much easier.
An automatic transmission car changes the gears automatically for you as your speed increases or decreases. 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 with the left foot and the other two pedals with your right foot. To change gears, you press the clutch down. When the clutch is down, you can then move the gearstick to select the required 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 doesn’t need a clutch as the gears are automatically changed. The car will automatically change gears as the speed increases and when the car slows down, it will automatically shift to a lower gear. In an automatic car it is not necessary to be proficient in coordinating the accelerator, clutch, and gear lever. This makes learning to drive an automatic car a lot easier than learning how to drive a manual. Instead of a clutch, an automatic car has a footrest. Automatic cars do not have a clutch so they are very difficult to stall. 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. 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 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. 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.
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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. Automatic cars tend to be more expensive to purchase, run and maintain. On average they use more fuel than manual cars, and they are more expensive to repair and 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. 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. Driving in urban areas with lots congestion it is easier. You will need to constantly change your gear because of the stop-start nature involved in driving in densely populated areas. 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.
You might have difficulty managing the gears of a manual car. If this is the case, it might be easier to learn to drive in an automatic car.
Are There Downsides to Driving an Automatic Car?
Automatic cars are more costly to purchase, maintain and run than manual cars. Automatic driving lessons can also be more costly than manual 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. 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. If you decide that you want to drive a manual vehicle, you will need to take the test again
The pass rates for automatic cars are typically lower than those for manual cars. Don’t let it discourage you! Every year, thousands of learners pass driving tests in automatic car.
For more information on our Automatic Driving Lessons in Guiseley get in touch today
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 Guiseley to drivers of all ages, abilities and levels. You will feel confident and calm as you learn how to drive, whether you’re a complete beginner, returning to driving lessons after a break, or a qualified driver who is looking to refresh his skills.
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. Each driving lesson and course is carefully designed to help you obtain your driving license as soon as possible.
Driving lessons in Guiseley 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 First Driving Lesson In Guiseley
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. They will then check that your provisional license is valid, check your eyesight and go over the basics of the car that you will be learning in.
No one knows Guiseley more than a local driving instructor. 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 start with the basic pedals, steering, clutch control and moving off and stopping. As your driving skills improve, you will be confronted with new challenges.
Your instructor will plan each lesson carefully so that you have the opportunity to drive through many junctions, roundabouts, pedestrian crossings in an easy-to-remember setting.
It is crucial that you learn to drive safely right from the start as bad habits can be difficult to break. Our driving instructors have the expertise to teach you everything you need to pass your driving test and be safe on the roads. Their vast experience and knowledge in driving will help you to become a safe, confident driver.
Your driving instructor will create a written record of how you are driving. It will list all of the topics you need to know to be a safe driver for your entire life. These techniques include parallel parking, turning in the road (3 point turn), reverse around corners and emergency stops. It will show you your current stage and how much you have still to learn.
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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 gives you the advantage to be familiar with the local roads and surroundings when you take your driving test.
For more information on our Automatic Driving Lessons in Guiseley get in touch today
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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.