Ok so my permit will expire in july ive had it almost 2 years now. The thing is im not a bad driver...when i took traffic(3 dates i still gotta take 1 more) i did good i got b's on all three of them..and i didnt get many points taking off. I just get scared about driving alone and sometimes i think i might make stupid mistakes,btw my turns are bad and i cant really do hand over hand steering :( when im driving. I really need help because my ma said she ll get me a car once i start driving and get my license and i really want it since im going to college in late august and im going to need a way to get around.
2007-05-25 17:27:16 · 13 answers · asked by Erica G 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Safety
Dear Erica, Most beginning drivers have no fear and that is worse. You are so smart to know that driving is to be respected. I have this terrible fear of lightning. Turning your fears over to a higher power, God does help. You will be fine. Start with short trips. Just tell yourself that you can always pull off the road and stop if you need to. I have been driving for 25 years and I get scared still at night on unfamiliar roads. But I love the independence of being able to come and go when I want. You will be fine. Believe in you!!
2007-05-25 17:37:17 · answer #1 · answered by esrunjan 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Just calm down. Sounds like you are over achieving or trying too hard. Driving takes practice like anything else. Just pace yourself.
A little helpful advice, don't concentrate on any one thing. When you look at one thing such as the lines on the road or on coming traffic, you will shift towards them...
Heck the hand over thingy is mainly for the cars made just after the horse and buggy came along. Cars without power steering. It took alot of muscle to turn those cars and hand over was a good way to pull and hold the wheel while making a turn. I do use the 10 and 2 rule of holding the wheel.
2007-05-25 17:37:14 · answer #2 · answered by Mark N 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had the same problem when I started to drive. (I finally got my license after I turned 18) I HATED it. but the more you do it the less nerve-racking it will be. Before you go to take the driving part of your test, try to find out where the instructor will tell you to go, and practice the route.
For your turns try setting up some plastic cones, or some plastic things you don't mind running over a few times, set several of them a ways apart and do figure eights around them, gradually move them closer together, and then if you are feeling brave do figure eights in reverse. (That's what my driver's ed teacher had us do) It was a lot of fun =P.
Try not to worry too much about it, you will get the hang of it =P
2007-05-25 18:09:21 · answer #3 · answered by vergodusk 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
quote:
".....driving is a pretty scary thing. You could even argue that a little fear is good--that it helps you drive more safely.
What you're going through sounds intense enough to require some kind of active solution, however. For starters, you might want to try relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing or visualization. Also, do you know anyone who is comfortable about driving and wouldn't mind talking to you about what that's like? Another idea is to explore your driving feelings and memories with a trained therapist.
There are all kinds of therapy out there, so you may want to do some research. Virtual reality exposure therapy, for example, simulates the experience of being in a car. ..."
2007-05-25 17:44:07 · answer #4 · answered by billie d 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Soon it will become second nature,if you drive defensively like everyone on the road sucks.Such as when you get to a four way stop,let them go first, if you take a class in defensive driving,you will feel better about your self.Gain confidence,but have as few distractions in the car with you as possible.As far as your turns,and hand over hand,unless your driving a truck,I would not be to concerned.Oh and by the way' WATCH OUT, hew that was close.lol
2007-05-25 17:41:20 · answer #5 · answered by PaulyM 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Erica. The first thing is to relax. Stop for a few seconds as you read this and look away from the computer, No I MEAN IT!!! Look away for 30 seconds. NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
OK If you did look away you had time to think. Just remember 1 thing. No one is watching you. You don`t have to do hand over hand., just keep one hand on the wheel, and do it like you were skating or dancing to a slow song. Also there are no stupid mistakes, just unfortunate results.Feel comfortable with yourself, ignore the critisism,and Please be carefull.
2007-05-25 18:57:36 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I was a kid I used to go and practise in parking lots when the stores were closed, lot of room and no other cars so you get used to how a car steers and can practise parking and such. You just need more experience and confidence. No one is born knowing everything about driving, it's not hard when you get used to it. Good luck.
2007-05-25 17:39:18 · answer #7 · answered by Limestoner62 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will become more confident the more you drive. While practicing, just make sure you stay focused...no cell phones or even the radio. You'll be fine! Relax and go take that drivers test!
2007-05-25 17:36:47 · answer #8 · answered by Cat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might have to consider that you might not be a driver. For your own safety, you should consider moving to somewhere there are public transportations (many people in NYC don't even have driver's license - nor even think about getting it).
2007-05-25 17:38:23 · answer #9 · answered by Lover not a Fighter 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Erica you may be a little scared, But think of how scared the other people on the road will be.
2007-05-25 23:58:33 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋