I'm Having Some Trouble . . .?

Question

Okay, I'm a new driver. I've only driven twice in my entire life.
Here's the problem: I have to drive to and in a city next week! (Driver's Ed.)

I have gone driving twice in the week (Sunday and today), and I am horrible! Some of my problems are: braking, getting in the right lane, knowing when to slow down, seeing everything I need to, and turning (there's more than likely more things I don't know how to do, so if you can think of them, that would help a lot).

By the way, I have to practice in a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. The size of the car could be a factor in the amount of difficulty I have with driving, also. Is it easier to learn in a smaller car first?

Answer 1

I recommend you get as much practice as you can. Maybe go to a large parking lot and spend an hour or two in some simulated situations. I don't think getting a smaller car will really help much, in my opinion driving is driving. I had never driven a delivery truck but when I got the job (years ago) I had pretty much no problem with it.

Answer 2

Smaller cars ARE easier, but the Suburban is much more safe. If you have a friend with a small car, see if you can get that person to take you to a BIG empty parking lot (like a school lot on a Saturday) to practice stuff where you can't really hurt anyone. If the driving instructor is worth anything, s/he will help you a lot in relaxing and talking you through turns, etc. The most important thing you can do while driving is concentrate. Most accidents are caused because someone stopped focusing on driving for a second or two (like eating, kids, cell phone, etc.).

Answer 3

It IS easier to learn in a smaller car but, if yu don't have a smaller car, you CAN learn on the Suburban... We're all horrible when we start driving, but practice makes perfect. Just keep driving all week as long as you can and try to take someone with driving experience with you so they can give you tips on your weak points

Cynthia

Answer 4

lift your foot off the brake right before you complete your stop, it keeps the car from jerking.

focus on a point far ahead that will keep you going straight,

practice...my family took me to the cemetary parking lot to practice, they're generally empty so you won't hurt anyone

a smaller car might be easier, in general it always takes time to get used to the size of a car.

practice, practice, practice...the more you practice the better you'll get and that will help your confidence.

happy driving to you...it's an adventure.

Answer 5

It is easier to learn in a small car first, but you'll probably be safer in the 'burban.
Plus, when you do "graduate" to a small car it will seem like a piece of cake to drive compared to the 'burban.
The larger car will force you to take it slow and concentrate on what you're doing.
My first car was a '76 Delta 88. Not quite as big as yours, but big enough that it was difficult, but I think it made me a better driver in the end.

Answer 6

Using the bigger truck will make it easier when you drive a smaller car. But, all you can do is practice. That is what drivers ed. is for.

Answer 7

it is easier to learn in a smaller car, but if you start in a suburban, you can practically drive anything. i learned in a small car, and never drove an sub or even a mini van, first time i tried driving a minivan i was terrified. i can not handle driving anything more then a 4dr car.

Answer 8

Driving the suburban can erode anyones confidence at first. Dont worry about it, relax, and try a smaller car.

Answer 9

Yes its way easier to learn in a smaller car. The less likely for you to bang into anything.

Answer 10

Learn in a smaller car first