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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.
Manual and automatic refer to the type transmission, or gears that your car has. You must change the gears yourself in a manual car. As the name suggests an automatic car automatically changes the gears at the appropriate time.
- What Is The Difference Between Automatic Cars And Manual Cars?
- Which Is Most Popular Automatic Or Manual Cars?
- What Are The Benefits Of Automatic Driving Lessons
- Is There A Downside To Driving An Automatic Car?
- Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) Approved Driving Instructors
- Your First Driving Lesson In Marsh
- The Driving Test Centre You Should Choose
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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 have previously taken driving lessons in a manual car and found the handling of the gears difficult. Drivers may choose to drive an automatic because they can’t change gears easily due to a disability. If this is you then don’t worry as you are not the only one. Many people find it easier to learn how to drive and pass their driving test in an automatic .
A car equipped with an automatic transmission changes the gears automatically for you. You will need to change the gears yourself if you drive a manual transmission car.
A manual car will have 3 pedals the brake, accelerator and clutch. They also come with a gear stick, used in conjunction with the clutch to change gears. You operate the clutch with your left foot, and the other two with your right foot. 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. Most manual cars have a clutch pedal, but some cars have a trigger or button on the gearstick.
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. In an automatic car it is not necessary to be proficient in coordinating the accelerator, clutch, and gear lever. 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. It is difficult for automatic cars to stall as they don’t have a clutch. You will also not accidentally place the car in an incorrect gear, or grind the gears.
Manuals have a different gear stick than Automatics. 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. It will move, but it won’t go very fast unless you push the accelerator. If you’re used to driving manual cars and want to switch to an automatic, this is something you need to remember.
If you are searching for automatic driving lessons in Marsh then please contact us today to book your first lesson
Which Is Most Popular Automatic Or Manual Cars?
Manual cars are the most popular in the UK, but the number of automatics being manufactured is increasing. Automatics can be more expensive to buy, run and maintain. They tend to consume more fuel than manual cars. Additionally, they are more expensive to maintain and to insure because they are more complex to make.
What Are The Benefits Of Automatic Driving Lessons
Although learning to drive in an automatic car can be easier than driving a manual car, it all depends on your specific difficulties. You won’t notice a difference if you struggling with a common problem such as observation.
It is possible to learn to drive an automatic car if gear changes or clutch control are difficult for you. 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. Even if you’re an experienced driver, this can be quite frustrating.
The automatic car allows you to take your driving exam without worrying about stalling or having to use clutch control.
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.
Is There A Downside To Driving An Automatic Car?
Automatic cars are more costly to purchase, maintain and run than manual cars. This is why automatic driving lessons are more expensive than manual driving lessons.
A downside to learning to drive an automatic car is that your license does not qualify you to drive a manual car. You can drive both manual and automatic cars if your test is passed in a manual car.
Passing your driving test in an automatic vehicle may restrict your choices when it comes to renting or buying a car or van in the future. Also, if later you decide you would prefer to drive manual cars, then you’ll need to take another driving test.
Pass rates for automatic cars are usually lower than those in manual cars. This shouldn’t discourage you, however, as many learners pass their driving test with automatic cars each year.
If you are searching for automatic driving lessons in Marsh then please contact us today to book your first lesson
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) Approved Driving Instructors
Our Driving Instructors offer high-quality driving lessons in Marsh 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 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 reason you have for learning to drive our driving instructors will help get your driving license passed as quickly and as cheaply as possible. You will receive a variety of lessons and driving courses that will help you get your driving license in no time.
If you choose to learn with one our driving instructors in Marsh, then you can rest assured that you are in the hands of a professional driving instructor who is qualified to help you improve your driving skills and teach you to drive safely. They aim to make you a competent and confident driver.
Your First Driving Lesson In Marsh
Your instructor will have an introductory conversation to discuss 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. They will then check your provisional driver’s license, perform an eye-check, and then discuss the basics of the car you will be learning in.
No one knows Marsh more than a local driving instructor. The back roads of Marsh will be where your first lesson will take place. This will allow you to increase your confidence and improve your driving skills in a quiet setting You will learn about the different pedals and how to steer, control your clutch, move off and stop. You’ll face new challenges as you improve your driving skills.
Your instructor will carefully plan each lesson route to ensure you drive through all the junctions, roundabouts and pedestrian crossings with ease.
It is crucial that you learn to drive safely right from the start as bad habits can be difficult to break. Driving instructors have been specially trained to help you 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. Your progress report will detail all topics you need to know to be a safe and confident driver. These include techniques like parallel parking, turning in traffic (3-point turn), reversing around corners and an emergency stop. This will tell you where you are at the moment and what you need to do to improve.
If you are searching for automatic driving lessons in Marsh then please contact us today to book your first 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 you choose the test centre that is closest to where your lessons have taken place. This will give you the advantage of being familiar with the area and roads when you take your driving test.
If you are searching for automatic driving lessons in Marsh then please contact us today to book your first lesson
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How many lessons do you need for automatic?
In most cases, that would be approximately 22 or 23 driving lessons (taken in 2 hour intervals). We hold the same view, which applies to automatic driving lessons, that it will take more or less the same time to pass your driving test.
Is it quicker to learn in automatic?
Which is easier to learn in? An automatic is usually easier to learn in – all you need to do is put your car in 'D' for 'drive' and off you go. Manual cars will usually have up to seven gears and you'll need to make sure you're in the right gear for the speed and road conditions you are driving in.
How much are automatic driving lessons in the UK?
How Much Does An Automatic Driving Lesson Cost? The average price of an automatic driving lesson is £26, £6 higher than the average cost of a manual lesson.
How hard is it to pass an automatic driving test?
The gulf between automatic pass rates and the overall average is stark. In fact, pass rates for candidates taking their test in an automatic car has never exceeded 40%. Considering automatic cars' reputation of being easier to drive, these stats may come as a shock.
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