the thought of driving on my own scares me, i am getting my car on tuesday a renault megane scienic family car as we have 3 children how did you feel after passing your driving test and driving around on your own ? is this a normal feeling or am i not really ready to drive?
2007-07-13 21:42:06 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
think we know who the puss* is the one that hides hie email address why? what you scared of?
2007-07-13 21:45:30 · update #1
Congratulations on passing. I am a driving instructor, so see this week after week. It is completely normal. My advice to each of my pupils once they pass their test is:-
1) go out on your own for a few short drives at quiet times, ie evenings, sat/sun mornings to get used to your own car. Don't try major rush hours too soon.
2) Buy a set of green P's or L's. They let others know you are still a bit nervous and inexperianced.
3) Think about taking a pass plus session to cover citys, countryside, motorways etc. It takes 6 hours and average cost is about £140 but there is no test at the end and it may bring your insurance down. Each of my pupils reckons it was good for their confidence.
4) Enjoy the freedom. The examiner wouldn't have passed you, if he/she even slightly doubted your safety standard and driving ability.
2007-07-17 09:16:48 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just go for it! And don't do like the person a few answers above said and have someone sit in with you for the first few times....that's what you've had during lessons - just putting off being on your own in the car will make getting in the car on your own more scary. Best to just jump in on your own and drive! When I picked my car up a couple of weeks after I passed my test I rang one of my mates and sorted out to go round hers, because I wanted my first solo drive to be to go somewhere specific that I was familiar with the route to. OK I was really really scared and it was strange being in the car on my own for the first time but I put the radio on (quiet though) and just did exactly what I'd been taught in lessons. Now, 7 months later, it feels strange having someone in the car with me, I'm so used to being in on my own.
I didn't get P plates....OK some people will be more patient because they know you are a new driver, but the rest will either not know what the P plate means or think you're still a learner, or will know exactly what it means and take it as a cue to try to intimidate you
Good luck! If you weren't capable of driving you wouldn't have passed!!
2007-07-13 22:22:38 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In reality although most people would of course, there is no requirement to get out of the way of an emergency vehicle. The examiner just took a very sensitive and sensible approach to something and assisted in the interests of safety. Clearly you committed no major fault and with 2 minors displayed overall that you were a competent driver. Most examiners will look for a competent driver and pass them even if it means they do not mark down all of the faults. Rest assured that if he felt you were not up to the required standard he would have failed you.
2016-04-01 03:42:31 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Congratulations on you're success I hope you enjoy the freedom it gives you. My first thought was FREEDOM then I wondered how I was going to afford it. My only advice to you is simple but can be a little expensive, now that you've passed your test get a couple of lessons in Motorway Driving it's a very scary place first time out.
2007-07-13 22:10:11 · answer #4 · answered by Jim Jnr M 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Well done.
We all feel nervous the first time.Just try and relax. If I were you, you should have a few trips out in you're new car on your own.With out the kids as they can be a distraction.Another tip is to put the green P [passed] So other drivers will understand any mistakes you make.
Hope that helps.
2007-07-13 21:57:29 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have yet to take driving lessons,just turned the legal age to have lessons,so hopefully I'll pass when I take the test.
congratulations on passing.
don't worry,it's bound to feel scared,excited,as it'll be your first time driving a car on your own,It's a bit like stage fright,after you try it(driving that is)you'll get use to it,and it'll be a breeze.
remember to concentrate on the road and your driving no matter what others are doing,cause lets face it there are bound to be some idiots on the road(speeding,etc.).
good luck on your first drive on your own.
=)
2007-07-13 21:50:22 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
get a friend to drive with you if you can for the first few times, but if not, remember, you ARE a driver, you have passed your test because the examiner thought you were able to drive compentently on the roads. I emphathise, though, am awaiting my own test and often wonder what I'll do when someone isnt with me in the car!!
2007-07-13 21:46:44 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
that,s normal i think a lot of ppl feel the same congrats on passing your test when i passed i got a car and went out when it was a bit quieter i e drive round your estate just find some quieter route,s just to give you a chance to get the feel of the car then you Will feel more confident to go out and about
2007-07-13 22:24:13 · answer #8 · answered by dream theatre 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was driving at 15 before I had a license.
Ready or not depends on you.
My sister wasn't ready to drive when she got her license the instructor just didn't want to see her anymore I think...she failed 3 times and wrecked the car once during the driving test.
2007-07-13 21:48:36 · answer #9 · answered by The Hit Man 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hi I'm not at the legal age to have a driving test or to drive
but I'm learning to drive and 2 days ago was my first time to drive alone, it is easy just trust yourself
2007-07-13 21:59:33 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋