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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.
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Both manual and automatic are the types of transmissions or gears found in a car. A manual car requires that you change the gears yourself when necessary. 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?
- Is There A Downside To Driving An Automatic Car?
- Driving Instructors Approved By The DVSA
- Your First Driving Lesson In Thornbury
- 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 is not something that everyone can learn, especially if the city is busy and you need to change gears and rely on clutch control a lot. You might have had driving lessons in a manual car but found the gears too complicated. Another reason drivers may choose an automatic is because they have difficulty changing the gears 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.
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.
The clutch, brake and accelerator are the three pedals used in manual cars. 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. To select the correct gear for your speed, when the clutch is down simply move the gear stick for the right gear. 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 does without a clutch because the gears are changed automatically. 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. 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. 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.
A Manual’s gear stick is different than an Automatic. Manual cars have five, possibly 6, forward gears and one reverse gear. 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. With the possible exception of neutral (which is used in heavy traffic or at traffic lights), most operations are quite obvious.
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. This is important to remember if you’re used to driving a manual car and plan to switch to an automatic
Our local driving instructors are waiting for your call and are ready to answer any questions you may have about your first Thornbury automatic driving lesson
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. 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 In An Automatic Car?
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
It is possible to learn to drive an automatic car if gear changes or clutch control are difficult for you. It is much easier to learn how to drive in urban areas that are jam-packed with traffic. It is a stop-start driving style that means you’ll be changing gears constantly. 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. Because there are no gears so you do not need a clutch in an automatic car, it is much easier to perform manoeuvres like a turn in traffic or a hill start.
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.
Is There A Downside To Driving An Automatic Car?
As we have already mentioned, automatic cars are generally more expensive to buy, run and maintain. Automatic driving lessons can also be more costly than manual 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. Your licence will allow both if you pass your manual driving test.
This means that if you are taking your driving test in an automatic car, it may limit your options when renting or buying a car 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. Don’t let it discourage you! Every year, thousands of learners pass driving tests in automatic car.
Our local driving instructors are waiting for your call and are ready to answer any questions you may have about your first Thornbury automatic driving lesson
Driving Instructors Approved By The DVSA
Our Driving Instructors are approved by and registered with the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency and provide high-quality driving lessons in Thornbury to drivers of all ages, abilities and levels. 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 your reason for learning, our driving instructors will help you pass your driving exam as fast and cheaply as possible. Each driving lesson and course is carefully designed to help you obtain your driving license as soon as possible.
If you choose to learn with one our driving instructors in Thornbury, 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. Their goal is to help you become confident and competent driver.
Your First Driving Lesson In Thornbury
Your instructor will conduct an introductory chat with you to discover your driving experience and current driving abilities. 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 your provisional driver’s license, perform an eye-check, and then discuss the basics of the car you will be learning in.
Local Thornbury 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’ll face new challenges as you improve your driving skills.
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.
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. Driving instructors are specially trained to show you how to drive safely and pass your driving exam. Their vast experience and knowledge in driving will help you to 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 techniques include parallel parking, turning in the road (3 point turn), reverse around corners and emergency stops. It will let you know what level you’re at now, and how much more you still have to learn.
Our local driving instructors are waiting for your call and are ready to answer any questions you may have about your first Thornbury automatic driving 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. It is best to choose the nearest test centre to where you have had your lessons. This gives you the advantage to be familiar with the local roads and surroundings when you take your driving test.
Our local driving instructors are waiting for your call and are ready to answer any questions you may have about your first Thornbury automatic driving lesson
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Is automatic car good for long drive?
Ease of Use An automatic transmission car actually makes a lot of sense for all those who have long commutes and often have to drive through a lot of congestion. Not having to use the clutch and the gear lever frequently reduces the driver fatigue to a lot of extent.
How long does a clutch last on an automatic?
The average lifespan of a clutch is anywhere between 20,000 to 150,000 miles. Luckily, your clutch will likely give you ample notice that something is going wrong. Don't get left at the side of the road with a vehicle that won't shift into gear.
Is 20 driving lessons enough?
The average amount of driving lessons should be 40-45 hours before taking your driving test. Some people decide that 20-30 hours or maybe even less is enough – but remember that the more lessons you take, the better you will become at driving. You'll pass your test faster if you take multiple driving lessons each week.
How many months does it take to pass your driving test?
It usually takes around 30 to 40 hours to reach test standard. 2 x 1.5 hour lessons per week should allow you to reach test standard within around 2 to 3 months depending on your ability. Opting for one lesson per week can take up to six months to reach test standard.
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