I have just started my driving lessons,i`ve had 3 2hour lessons once a week so far and only just getting the hang of stopping and starting!I was just wondering what the average number of lessons is before you go onto proper roads and when i should maybe just realise i`m not cut out for driving and give up?
2006-09-18 12:55:01 · 23 answers · asked by onlyme 5 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Safety
There is no average, depends on the driver, depends on the instructor, depends on the roads they take you on. Some people just take longer than others. I was lucky in that my instructor forced me onto the road from day one, so I learned quick, but it did take me three attempts to pass ( 1st instructor died week before my test, so strange car for the test, 2nd test was disrupted through an unexpected blizzard and I freaked and abandoned proceedings).
Change instructor, and perhaps consider driving an automatic to start with if it is your clutch control thats the problem. (slow down on clutch,change gear, and slow up on clutch.
Good way to practice is to sit in an armchair and pull your toes up and down alternately and slowlyclucth up accelerator down, accelerator up, clutch down.
hope this helps
2006-09-20 09:34:18 · answer #1 · answered by MrsMac 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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I have just started my driving lessons,i`ve had 3 2hour lessons once a week so far and only just getting the hang of stopping and starting!I was just wondering what the average number of lessons is before you go onto proper roads and when i should maybe just realise i`m not cut out for driving and...
2015-08-18 18:40:47 · answer #2 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi, I am a driving instructor and can help you. No you do not have to use an instructor to learn to drive. For example you could just phone the DSA, book a test, take the test and pass. As long as you have a provisional license and can demonstrate that you have the required skills in order to pass then you can take a test whenever you want. Instructors are always the best way to go if you want to get even better but it is up to you how many lessons you want or need.
2016-03-16 01:42:22 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There isn't a finite answer to that question, but most people only need to take as many driving lessons as they need till they feel comfortable driving by themselves. I've only had two 2 hours of formal driving lessons, and maybe about 10 or so hours from my parents. Most of everything I needed to know about driving, I got from playing video games. So it really depends on the person and the surrounding envrionment. Some people are really uncomfortable driving fast or being around fast cars.
2006-09-20 18:48:34 · answer #4 · answered by bloop87 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In Michigan you would need 50 hours of road time before being able to earn your license (10 of those hours must be driven at night). And this is only after you've taken a driver's ed course to obtain your permit. In the real world, you will not be an experienced and truly capable driver until you have a few years of experience. Plus research shows that your cognitive skills (ability to fully judge distance and speed) won't be fully developed until you reach the age of 23! If you're really uncomfortable driving, then just take it slow and give it some time. And PLEASE BE CAREFUL OUT THERE. Always, always, always stay alert and drive with caution. Let the speeders speed on by. Buckle up!!
2006-09-18 13:05:52 · answer #5 · answered by mJc 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Its not a hobby.
once a week is useless, although at least you are doing 2 hours at a time.
I passed after 6 X 2 hour lessons but the learning curve steepened dramatically when I was able to drive alone, scary.
Take an intensive course of lessons, borrow cash if nescessary.
2006-09-18 14:02:56 · answer #6 · answered by "Call me Dave" 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Some people say you need one hour for every year of your age. For example. if you are 18, you need 18 hours of driving lessons but if you are 40, you would need 40 hours. This is probably true for many people but still it varies from one person to another. The driving test nowadays is getting very hard. It is not unusual for people to take driving lessons weeking for two years before they pass the test but it is really worth the time and money.
2006-09-18 12:58:58 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I am in the process of teaching my 15 year old daughter how to drive,she as of now has not had any lessons other than what I suggest to her. Your instructor should be able to let you know how you are doing.Do not get to discouraged,be patient keep a cool head just use your natural instincts,you will get the hang of it.
2006-09-20 11:50:41 · answer #8 · answered by rick s 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Driving is like most things, practice makes perfect. You need to respect the car, but not be afraid of it. Practice using your peddles and always be ready to hit your brakes.Don't let things distract you, like the radio or cellphone. As far as how many leasons. as many as it takes to be safe on the road.
Good luck
2006-09-18 13:01:50 · answer #9 · answered by steel k 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A lot of issues here . . .
The ability of the instructor . . .
Your prior experience . . .
Your level of confidence . . .
Your awareness of things around you . . .
Have you seen the Disney movie "Finding Nemo"
My best advice is to spend as much time as possible . . .
behind the wheel (driving) . . .
in some remote location . . .
where you have lots of room . . .
and no traffic . . .
before you decide to "swim with the sharks".
Make sure your instructor (friend) . . .
is someone who is patient and helpful . . .
and before you know it . . .
you'll be swimming with the "big fish".
2006-09-21 11:01:38 · answer #10 · answered by morehugh 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋