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The ability to drive is a crucial skill and could be your ticket to independence and freedom. You might want to learn how to drive, whether you commute to work, pick up your kids from school, or simply because you want to make getting from A to B more easy. You can count on our friendly, professional driving instructors to help you.
We welcome all levels of new drivers, from the 17-year-old who is looking for their first lesson to the more experienced who is looking for our other driving lesson packages.
Automatic and manual refers to the type of transmission (or gears) that is in the car. A manual car requires that you change the gears yourself when necessary. Automatic cars change the gears when needed for you.
- What’s The Difference Between Manual And Automatic Cars?
- Which Are More Popular: Automatic or Manual Cars?
- What Are The Benefits Of Automatic Driving Lessons
- Are There Any Downsides To Driving An Automatic Car?
- DVSA Approved Driving Instructors
- Your First Driving Lesson In Moorside
- How to Choose A Driving Test Centre
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What’s The Difference Between Manual And Automatic Cars?
Driving a manual car isn’t for everyone, especially if you live in a busy area where shifting gears and controlling the clutch are a daily part of your driving. 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. 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 must change the gears yourself if your car is manual transmission.
Manual cars usually have three pedals, the clutch, brake, and accelerator. They also come with a gear stick, used in conjunction with the clutch to change gears. You use your left foot to operate the clutch, while your right foot is used for the other two. To change gear, you push the clutch down. When the clutch is down, you can move the stick to select the proper gear for your speed. 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 doesn’t need a clutch as the gears are automatically changed. As the vehicle accelerates, it will automatically change the gears higher. When the car slows down or stops, the gears will automatically switch to the lower gear. The co-ordination between the clutch, accelerator and gear lever is not required when driving an automatic car. Because of this an automatic car is much more easy to learn than a manual car. A footrest replaces the clutch and is used instead of a pedal. Automatic cars are very difficult to stall because 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. Manual cars have five, possibly 6, forward gears and one reverse gear. An Automatic’s gear stick has 4 main operations. While there are many variations, these four operations, (P) park (D) drive (N) neutral (R) reverse. are the most usual ones. 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 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.
Our Moorside 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?
Manual cars are more popular than automatics in the UK, but 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 Automatic Driving Lessons
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. 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. In an automatic car you are able to handle difficult manoeuvres such as a turn in the road or a hill-start easier, which can be daunting for students who drive a manual car, as there are no gears or clutch control to worry about.
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 you can see, automatic cars are more expensive to own, maintain and run. 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.
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. You will have to take your driving test again if you decide to drive a manual car.
The pass rates for automatic cars are typically lower than those for manual cars. This shouldn’t discourage you, however, as many learners pass their driving test with automatic cars each year.
Our Moorside 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 offer high-quality driving lessons in Moorside 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 No matter if you are a total novice, a returning driver after a break, or an experienced driver looking to improve your skills, our driving instructors will make you feel relaxed and confident.
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. 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. They aim to make you a competent and confident driver.
Your First Driving Lesson In Moorside
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 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 Moorside more than a local driving instructor. Your driving lesson will begin on the back roads of Moorside, in a quiet area, away from other road users. This will allow you to increase your confidence and improve your driving skills in a quiet setting. First, you will learn how to use the pedals, steering, clutch control, moving away and stopping. 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.
You must learn to drive safely right from the start. 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. You will benefit from their extensive knowledge and experience in driving and become a safe, confident driver.
Your driving instructor will provide a written log 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 like parallel parking, turning in traffic (3-point turn), reversing around corners 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 Moorside driving instructors are waiting for your call and are ready to answer any questions you may have about your first automatic driving lesson
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 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 Moorside 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 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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