driving

@hobegao (136)
China
October 28, 2009 9:44am CST
have you got a driving license?when you got it?is it hard for you to learn?and what kind of driving do you like manual or automatic?do you drive much? today, i just learned something about driving,it's tough thing for me as a begging,and the trainer of driving is not a kind person,he made me could not concentrate, also a little nervous meanwhile,anyway it's worthwhile? these years,its more and more hard to get a license,i wish i would pass the test,luck for me?
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@sacmom (14192)
• United States
13 Apr 10
Yes, I have my driver's license. I got it when I was 17. I don't think it was that hard to learn, though maybe it was because I was fortunate enough to have two nice teachers (my mother and my driver's ed instructor). My mom was a nervous wreak while I was learning to drive, but she was still nice about it and didn't really give me a hard time. I prefer an automatic as I've never learned to drive a manual. I drive almost daily, sometimes more. It just depends, I suppose. I think it's definitely worth it. The freedom to drive where you want when you want without having to rely on anyone is a wonderful feeling...at least for me anyway. Happy mylotting!
@hobegao (136)
• China
14 Apr 10
thanks for your attention?anyway ,the living quality of people living united states are better than we do,alsmost everyone has an auto,but each of us has a bicycle,only some richmen could learn this earlier? it's nice to have an auto,just as you say,it will be convenient to go somewhere,i think i need to many years to buy a car,anyway good luck?thanks for coming by?
• India
29 Oct 09
hi friend ...i like driving...that is my passion....i am a student....i have a bike a daily got to my college by bike..my college is far from where i stay and that's like a long ride..i too enjoy.that on beach side..for 35 km..with 12 km beach side view..and the same on my return..i have my licence..got it one year back ...here the rules being strict we should compulsary posses driving licence..and now a days geting heard to get a driving licence.i feel nervous when i am late being held up in trafic....
@paula27661 (15811)
• Australia
29 Oct 09
It can be a little nerve wracking especially if the driving teacher is intimidating but you’ll get through it I’m sure. I got my drivers license over thirty years ago and I’m still driving! I was very lucky because my exam was on Christmas Eve and, because I was the last one for the day the examiner was tired and less prone to be picky so she passed me the first time. I drive an automatic Hyundai Excel. Good luck to you hobegao with yours!
• India
29 Oct 09
Driving now a days has become a fashion and also the youth think that it is a thrill. In the learning days first we have to know what are the parts and how they work and how to operate them. In the begining there will be confusion what to do first and so on. I like manual drive and i drive long trips. don't be tensed be cool as you go on you will get good result.
@usemyname (640)
• Philippines
29 Oct 09
I got my driving license about three years ago. Learning to driving was hard at first, but the fear of driving itself is the one that could drag you down, especially if other drivers would honk at you. Chances are you'll panic. But you'll get used to it as you continue honing your driving skills. I prefer manual over automatic since I could adjust the speed depending on the situation. Plus, manuals are much cheaper than automatics. And most importantly, manuals can get you out in a tight spot where an automatic can't. I drive most of the time, except if the destination is a walking from home. Good luck! You can do it!
• Sri Lanka
29 Oct 09
Sure you will dude, do not worry about it, driving is not a hard thing to do if you concentrated well at the first lessons. After you have got used with wheel, you will feel it as a part of you body. I am not a driving expert, but I prefer manual transmission over automatic, because simply you can control the speed and all of the vehicle movement as you wish. I really do not like the way auto transmission work, I prefer to have freedom for myself when driving :)
28 Oct 09
I had some driving lessons for a brief time but unfortunately it was my nerves that got the best of me. I was learning to drive in a manual car but I would probably prefer to drive an automatic as it was the gears that seemed to be my problem when driving. I think everyone should learn how to drive as it is something that is needed in life. I want to start to learn again one day and hopefully I will.
@nicholejade (2430)
• Canada
29 Oct 09
I've had a license for over 10 years. I truly love to drive. It really wasn't hard for me to learn at all. I have drove anything under the moon when I was younger. I perfer driving standard. But with having a truck and a full size truck I have to make due with a automatic. You have to realize that these instructors go through how many kids a day to teach them to drive. Not only do they have to watch you like a hawk they do get highly stressed because of it. They have to protect you as well as themselves. So if he is making you uneasy it probably is for the best that he is doing it. There are many things that arise when you will have your full license. Screaming kids, yelling passengers and of course the lovely other drivers that make you mad to no end. So really he is preparing you for different circumstances that arise. It really is worth him being an uneasy person to begin with. With your nervous I suggest you relax and just do what the instructor tells you to do. Ask for help if need be etc. They usually are more than willing to help you. Driving is a privalage and you should always remember that it is.
@TheAdvocate (2392)
• Philippines
29 Oct 09
My father taught me to drive when I was sixteen. So when I turned eighteen it was easy for me to pass the driving test. I have found that men are usually impatient teachers and it might help if you relax a bit while taking driving lesson. Look at as just another learning opportunity. Your teacher might just be having a bad day (or possibly menopausal).
@carmelbg (519)
28 Oct 09
I have got my drivers licence, I passed my test when I was 19 years old. I hated driving when I was a learner. I found it very stressful having the instructor in the car with me. Once I had passed my test I enjoyed driving so much, the freedom it gives you is great! I would always drive manual cars, now I drive an automatic 4x4. I prefer automatic in the bigger cars, smaller sportier ones are better in manual. They are much more fun to drive! Keep at it, I am sure you will enjoy driving once you have passed your test. Good luck
@carmelbg (519)
28 Oct 09
I have my drivers licence. I passed my test when I was 19. I did not enjoy driving at all when I was learning. I found it very stressful having the instructor in the car with me. Once I had passed my test I enjoyed driving so much, the freedom it gives you is great. I used to always drive manual cars. At the moment I have an automatic 4x4, I prefer automatic in the bigger cars its so much easier. Smaller sportier cars are better in manual.
• China
29 Oct 09
No,at least now!I will get it someday because I am so interesting in driving, after three accidents even so teeny five years ago,my father don't allow me drive once again!
• United States
28 Oct 09
I got my License at Age 24 Right before my BDay. And Im 26 now so Ive been driving about a yr, I LOVE driving, its scary and thrilling all the same. I would def stick with Automatics because there much easier then a stick, Who cares about saving gas, its not by much and you dont always have to wonder whether or not youve switches gears while holding down the clutch.. More Unneeded Work ;)
• Italy
28 Oct 09
I've got a driving license when I was 18 and yes it was hard to learn. Mostly because my parents said they'd help me with the practice, but when time came, they said no way. So I was just driving with the instructor and I messed up thinking I was not good enough to do it. I guess mental blocks were harder to remove than learning driving itself! Yes, it's worthwhile, don't pull yourself down. You can do it! Heck, they gave ME a driving license!!! Of course you can have it!
@minx267 (15527)
• Hartford, Connecticut
28 Oct 09
I have had my license for almost 25 years. I got mine when I was 18. I prefer automatic to manual but if I had to I could drive manual. I just don't feel to comfortable with it. It is very hard to learn with a trainer you are not comfortable with or who makes you nervous as I could not learn with my mother teaching me. because she was to criticizing. So my aunt taught me and I did just fine! Good luck to you on passing your test!
@dlr297 (5409)
• United States
28 Oct 09
I just got my Driver's license a little over a year ago, I spent most of my life being afraid of driving and i am so glad that i finally got over being afraid. Now i can go anywhere with out having to depend on some one else. I feel like i gained a freedom. I can only drive a automatic, Just keep practicing and you will get less nervious, and you will have no problem passing the test.
@menolly22 (217)
• United States
28 Oct 09
I'm sure you will do great on your test. I love to drive. Especially long road trips. Or at least I did before we had kids. I drive every day, to the store, around the blocks to get the baby to sleep. I would rather drive an automatic as I have my hands free. But can & have driven a manual for many years. You'll have to learn to be nervous and drive and be able to drive with distractions. They will always be there. Wether it be your instructor or kids or friends in the car. Good luck to you! You'll do great!