Receiving the coveted driver’s license, many cadets of driving schools are unlikely to feel confident and calm before the first independent departure on the road. And even if you diligently studied the rules of the road and enthusiastically attended driving courses, the uncertainty and fear of the road for a novice driver are frequent companions.
Instruction manual
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The manifestation of fear and indecision when you first get behind the wheel is a normal reaction for any driver in the initial stages of getting to know the road. Another thing is that you need to be able to manage your fears, not to let them defeat themselves and the desire to drive a car. Most often, fears relate to the emergence of a difficult or unusual situation on the road. Drive away negative thoughts that an accident or some other unpleasant situation should happen to you.
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Imagine and lay out what you need to do in case of an unforeseen situation. Rehearse the necessary actions: applying the brake, shifting the speed and turning the steering wheel. Imagine what speed will be as comfortable as possible for you. These proven exercises will give you confidence.
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Before you go on the road, check the preparedness of your car, bring the driver's seat in a comfortable position for you, adjust the mirrors, fasten the safety belt.
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Prepare and practice with an instructor or a person who helps you master the driving technique of the three main routes that are most familiar to you. And drive them daily, at least for 30 minutes. Drive on your own along one of the three routes early in the morning on weekends when traffic is significantly reduced. Do not miss the opportunity of self-driving. Do not take long breaks, even if you are very busy. After these routes are worked out by you on weekends, start to leave at the usual time, on weekdays.
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Take a competent passenger with you if you feel insecure about the road. But do not abuse travel with an accompanying person. Do not get used to the fact that someone can press the brake pedal for you or turn the steering wheel. As soon as you consolidate the skills gained in a driving school, drive and drive the car yourself.
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Always pay attention to signs and turns on the road. Keep to the middle row with the traffic flow, keep your distance with the cars in front. You should not move in the far right lane, there you will have to make many roundabout maneuvers.
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Feel free to accidentally stop or pause on the road. It may happen that your car stalls and does not immediately start at the intersection, do not panic and keep calm. Do not pay attention to the comments and signals of other drivers - start the car without fuss. Stay confident and calm, your oversight is only one of those that all drivers commit, including professional aces.
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Ask for help from other drivers in case of technical problems. Feel free to contact others. Keep a road map close at hand. Write down the phone numbers of those whom you can contact for help in such situations, or the emergency number. If the car got up, turn on the emergency gang and calmly wait for help.