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Driving is a valuable skill. It can lead to independence and freedom. 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. A manual car requires that you change the gears yourself when necessary. As the name suggests an automatic car will change the gears automatically when needed.
- What’s The Difference Between Manual And Automatic Cars?
- Which Are More Popular: Automatic or Manual Cars?
- What Are The Benefits Of Learning To Drive An Automatic?
- Are There Any Downsides To Driving An Automatic Car?
- Driving Instructors Approved By The DVSA
- Your Very First Driving Lesson In Lane End
- How to Choose A Driving Test Centre
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What’s The Difference Between Manual 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. 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.
Automatic transmission cars automatically change gears for you. If your car has a manual transmission, you will have to change the gears by yourself.
A manual car will have 3 pedals the brake, accelerator and clutch. 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 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.
Because an automatics car’s gears are changed automatically, it doesn’t have a clutch. 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. Because of this an automatic car is much more easy to learn than a manual car. Instead of a clutch, an automatic car has a footrest. 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 also have a different gear stick from Automatics. A manual has one reverse gear and five, possibly 6, forward gears. The four main operations of an Automatic’s gear stick are (P), park, (D) drive, (N) neutral, and (R) reverse. There are many variations but these are the main four operations. 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. The car will move even though it is not going very fast, until you use the accelerator. This is something to keep in mind if you want to switch from a manual to an automatic car.
If you have further questions about our automatic driving lessons in Lane End contact us today to book your first lesson
Which Are More Popular: Automatic or Manual Cars?
Manual cars are more popular than automatics in the UK, but the number of new automatics being built 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 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
If you are having difficulty with clutch control or gear changes, learning to drive an automatic will be a lot easier. When you learn to drive in an urban environment with lots of traffic, there is less to worry about. 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.
You can take your driving test in an automatic car, eliminating the possibility of the car stalling and any clutch control problems.
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 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.
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. You will have to take your driving test again if you decide to drive a manual car.
Automatic cars have a lower pass rate than manual cars. Don’t let it discourage you! Every year, thousands of learners pass driving tests in automatic car.
If you have further questions about our automatic driving lessons in Lane End contact us today to book your first lesson
Driving Instructors Approved By The DVSA
Our Driving Instructors offer high-quality driving lessons in Lane End for drivers of all ages abilities and levels. They have years of experience and are approved and registered with the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). 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.
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 Very First Driving Lesson In Lane End
Your driving instructor will begin with an introduction chat to learn about your driving skills and experience. 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 Lane End 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. 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 of you so that you will drive through various junctions, roundabouts, and pedestrian crossings in a familiar 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 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. It will list all of the topics you need to know to be a safe driver for your entire life. 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 have further questions about our automatic driving lessons in Lane End contact us today to book your first lesson
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. We recommend that you choose a test centre closest to where you have had your driving lessons. This gives you the advantage to be familiar with the local roads and surroundings when you take your driving test.
If you have further questions about our automatic driving lessons in Lane End contact us today to book your first lesson
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Is automatic easier than manual?
The most obvious benefit is that driving an automatic is considerably easier than driving a manual car. Driving can be less stressful, and it may be safer too. After all, if you don't have to worry about gear changes, you'll be able to focus entirely on the road ahead of you.
Are automatic cars better for nervous drivers?
Automatics are often a good choice for learners who need to pass their test sooner. Nervous drivers will also be able to build up their confidence more quickly if they don't have to worry about the clutch.
Do you have to do a theory test for automatic?
You usually need to take the theory test before you can get your full car driving licence. You do not need to take the car theory test if you: want to upgrade an automatic car licence to a manual one.
What happens in an automatic driving test?
The automatic driving test is a simplified version of the full driving test — because learners don't need to learn how to master a clutch or manual gears leaving them to concentrate on accelerating, steering, braking, manoeuvres and identifying possible hazards.
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