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Driving is a necessary skill. This skill can open up new avenues to freedom and independence. 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. Manual cars require that you change the gears at the right 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?
- Which Are More Popular: Automatic or Manual Cars?
- What Are The Benefits Of Learning To Drive In An Automatic Car?
- Are There Any Downsides To Driving An Automatic Car?
- Driving Instructors Approved By The DVSA
- Your First Driving Lesson In Springfield
- How to Choose A Driving Test Centre
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What Is The Difference Between Manual Cars 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 might have had driving lessons in a manual car but found the gears too complicated. A driver may also choose an automatic car because they are unable to change gears as easily due to a disability. 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.
Automatic transmission cars automatically change gears for you. If your car has a manual transmission, you will have to change the gears by yourself.
There are three pedals in manual cars, the clutch, brake, and the 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. To change gears, you press the clutch down. The clutch must be down in order to move the gearstick and select the right gear for you. 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. As the vehicle speeds up, the gears will automatically change higher and as it slows down the gears will change 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 it easier to learn how to drive an automatic car rather than a manual. Instead of a clutch, an automatic car has a footrest. Automatic cars are very difficult to stall because they don’t have a clutch. It is also impossible to put an automatic car in the wrong 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. 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. With the possible exception of neutral (which is used in heavy traffic or at traffic lights), most operations are quite obvious.
A second difference is that a manual car cannot move on the flat unless you use the accelerator. However, an automatic can be put into drive or reverse and it will glide along by itself. It will move, but it won’t go very fast unless you push 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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Which Are More Popular: Automatic or Manual Cars?
The UK has a higher proportion of manual cars, but there is an increasing number of automatics being built each year. Automatic cars tend to be more expensive to purchase, 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 Learning To Drive In An Automatic Car?
Although learning to drive in an automatic car can be easier than driving a manual car, it all depends on your specific difficulties. Learning in an automatic car won’t help you if your problem is observation
You might find it easier to learn how to drive in an automatic if you have trouble with clutch control and gear changes. There is much less to consider when learning to drive in a city with lots of congestion. You will need to constantly change your gear because of the stop-start nature involved in driving in densely populated areas. This can be difficult for both experienced drivers and learner drivers.
The automatic car allows you to take your driving exam without worrying about stalling or having to use clutch control.
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. If you decide that you want to drive a manual vehicle, you will need to take the test again
Automatic cars have a lower pass rate than manual cars. However, don’t let this deter you as every year thousands of learners pass their driving tests in automatic cars.
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Driving Instructors Approved By The DVSA
Our Driving Instructors offer high-quality driving lessons in Springfield 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.
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. 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 Springfield
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. During the chat, the instructor will verify that your provisional licence is in good order, conduct an eye examination, and then explain the basics of the vehicle you will be learning in.
Local Springfield driving instructors know the area better than anyone. 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. The basics of driving, including how to steer and control the clutch, as well as moving off and stopping, will be covered first. You’ll face new challenges as you improve your driving skills.
Your driving instructor will carefully plan every lesson route so you get to experience driving through different junctions, pedestrian crossings and roundabouts.
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. Our driving instructors are trained to help you be safe on the roads and pass your driving test. 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. It will list all of the topics you need to know to be a safe driver for your entire life. These include techniques such as parallel parking, turning in the road (3-point turn), reversing around a corner, and an emergency stop. 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
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 the test centre is located near where you have taken 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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What gear do you use when going uphill in an automatic?
Shift to Low Gear This is because you need to have enough pulling or engine power to safely climb an inclined road. What you need to do is shift to a low gear, which is either the D1, D2, or D3 that's found on your car's gear lever. Of note, some automatic cars have it labeled as L, 2, and 3.
What does S mean in automatic cars?
The S mode stands for sport. It provides you a more dynamic driving experience as the S mode varies the sensitivity of your car's throttle response. As a result, you would feel that your car's RPM will climb faster than usual as more fuel is injected into the cylinders as compared to using the D or Drive mode.
Should I put my car in neutral when stopping at a red light automatic?
Leave your car in gear at a red light It's much better to put your car in neutral and apply the handbrake to keep it stationary. When you put your car in neutral, the clutch is spared unnecessary wear and tear.
How do you stop an automatic car if the brakes fail?
If the brakes fail in an automatic car, release the throttle immediately and use the engine braking to slow down the vehicle. When the speed comes down, you can use the parking brake to try to stop the car.
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