What does driving feel like?
(2011-07-30 14:25:07) 1. Says: I've only driven ten times in my life and I get so nervous every time....like I can't focus on the road, i tense up, my sister has told me that i freak out, i get really anxious, i look at the end of the hood, i get so worried that i just kinda freeze, i sometime smirk at nothing then i worry even more that i'm going to get into an accident, i've been really afraid to the point where i drive up to only 4-15 miles per hour, etc.2. Says: The first thing to do is relax.The car will only respond to an instruction from you. You turn the steering wheel to the left, and the car responds by moving to the left. You press the brake pedal (gently) and the car slows down. You press the brake more firmly, and the car loses speed more rapidly.
Cars are usually fail-safe devices, so if something breaks the car halts. If the exhaust drops off, you'll hear it in the cab!
You will almost certainly be involved in an accident at some stage, which may only involve your paint being scratched by a wheelie-bin. Panicking or fretting about it won't avoid the accident, but make it more likely!
Just remember to treat EVERYONE else on the road as a complete and utter moron that has no idea what they're doing and you won't go far wrong.
You are wise to travel slowly, but as you build up your confidence, your road speed will improve and your actions will become more fluent.
Every driver without fail has started where you are now, and those that claim otherwise are liars.
Just take your time, and enjoy your driving!
Good luck! Tag: What does driving feel like?