Essay On Driving School

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Most driving schools use small economical vehicles - often diesels - that are good on fuel economy. Small cars are usually easier to manoeuvre and this could be an important factor on a driving test. However, before choosing a driving school it would be advisable to consider the type of tuition vehicle they use. Here are some such considerations.

If a driving school use new or nearly new vehicles, they are less likely to break down. This means less chance of you being inconvenienced by having lessons canceled. In addition, if the vehicle is still under manufacturer's warranty, then everything will work perfectly, allowing you to give the best example of your driving skills. An older vehicle may well be more prone to things not working properly
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Automatic cars are not as common in the U.K. as in the United States, but they are excellent for those who perhaps have a disability - like a problem with their left leg.

An automatic only has two pedals, an accelerator and a brake, both worked by the right foot usually. Also, with the automatic it is easier to concentrate attention on the road, rather than the controls. Consider an automatic if perhaps you have known coordination problems. Usually it is possible to learn more quickly in an automatic car due to the shorter time it takes to gain control of the vehicle. Automatic cars do the gear changing for the driver.

A manual transmission car means the driver must operate a clutch pedal and a gear lever to change gears. The driver must learn when to change gears. This takes practice. Manual transmission cars are usually cheaper to run and more expensive to buy. If you take a driving test in a manual transmission car, you will also qualify to drive an automatic, whereas if you have an automatic licence you are restricted to driving only automatics. Good visibility is important when learning to drive. Choose a car you can see out of both front and rear windows