Last week I was in a terrible car crash with my Mum. I am 23 and passed my test 1 year ago but I have rarely driven since then. My Mum thought it would be a good idea to go out and get some experience, and the first few times were very successful, but when we were on a motorway I lost control of the car and we were both lucky to come out alive.
I feel like I've lost all my confidence again and find it hard to face getting back into a car.
Any advice?
Thanks.
2007-08-29 09:06:53 · 15 answers · asked by mehmetbacak 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Safety
I always think of other drivers on the road that is why I am worried about going back out there.
Thank you all for your kind advice.
2007-08-29 09:30:20 · update #1
As the saying goes, when you fall off that horse get straight back on it. Have a few refresher lessons.
It may not seem like it now but what you went through will make you a better and safer driver.
Good Luck.
2007-08-29 09:43:41 · answer #1 · answered by Nikki1990 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you are nervous don't try driving on public roads. Try getting some off road experience. Remember the other road users. There may be a local disused airfield or skidpan. Whatever you do don't go on the motorway until you have had a lot more practice. The local driving centre may be able to advise. Drive slowly. Don't let other users make you go faster than you feel confident. Hope it works out OK
2007-08-29 09:22:53 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Terrible isn't it...but you survived so that must say something about your driving capability.there are too many variables in driving to say how you ended up how you did, on another day nothing would happen.. l think that so many decisions are made whilst driving its not always possible to be right all the time, so why beat yourself up or lose this valuable asset...my own view is that driving correctly..is the new speeding..ie the skill is sticking to the rules..and planning your drive as doing it.ie think ahead to potential hazards but plan you next 1/2 mile as you go.which is quite a challenge, especially when you have someone visiting your tail pipe with their front bumper.l hate tail gaters.lol....but if you see my drift regain your confidence by sticking to the rules, l find that approach quite relaxing but l tend to get overtaken a lot..its not that l cannot drive fast...its that l prefer to plan and be strategic......all...except when approaching the island at Hagley Hall which l defy anyone to drive without hitting a white line..what a dreadful design.
2007-08-29 09:54:37 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You said Motorway and spelledMum with a "u" I'm guessing you are in England. If there is a skid school anywhere near you, take a few classes.There is a lot more to driving then going straight , You have to learn to control skids in a wide open safe area. When you are in a bad situation,NEVER STOP DRIVING, I mean steer the through it .Sometimes accelerating to avoid a collision is better than braking and if nothing else, learn not to lock the wheels with your brakes.You cannot steer when the wheels are locked and sliding
2007-08-29 09:23:18 · answer #4 · answered by on my own again 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sounds to me as if you need a moral boost try getting your old driving school instructor to take you out on a brush up course on main fast roads then motorways
Obviously explain to him your history an ask his opinion if he considers you are safe on the road at all
PLEASE do not be offended many people who pass their test are scared of driving and in such a case they are a danger to themselves and others if you are one of those people consider if you really need to drive
You and your car must be a team you must feel happy to drive and not drive because you feel you should,
it takes a better driver to say he can't than one that claims he can when he cant
Good luck
2007-08-29 09:22:56 · answer #5 · answered by Roger 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just make sure that you take as much time as you need to get over it or be as comfortable as possible while driving because if you're still tense about driving then you may make a mistake. Ease yourself back to driving & when you do get back behind the wheel remember to drive defensively and don't let yourself start to be passive because there are far too many people out there driving like they own the road...
2007-08-29 11:07:07 · answer #6 · answered by sidekickintraining 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Consider maybe taking a new drivers ed course so you are driving in places known to be safe with a trained person who also has a steering and brake capability. You have the skills - you just need the confidence.
2007-08-29 09:15:45 · answer #7 · answered by Rich Z 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Practice driving alone. I know my mom can be very distracting while I drive though I love her. Maybe seek out a driving instructor even though you are a licensed driver, sounds as if you need more professional help. All drivers have mishaps/accidents, I have yet to meet someone who doesn't have a story or two to tell.
2007-08-29 10:49:00 · answer #8 · answered by steve.57343 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It true. The best way to get over a fear is to face it.
Just drive around the block a couple of times to get your confidence back. As you do gain confidence, go further afield.
good luck to you.
2007-08-29 09:24:15 · answer #9 · answered by ? 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Drive. The sooner, the better. The more you pospone, the harder it is to start again.
Everybody make mistakes, lots of them, and it's OK to do so. The point is to learn from your mistakes, not to drop what you are doing.
2007-08-29 13:29:31 · answer #10 · answered by Misha 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋