The Challenges of Driving

Driving is a privilege and one must exercise care and precaution every time they get behind the wheel of a vehicle. Understandably so, getting behind the wheel can be both a source of stress and pleasure. With time and effort an amateur driver can become a seasoned driver prepared for the roads' tough driving conditions. Before you can get behind the wheel of a vehicle you first need your drivers permit? Once you have that then you may begin taking lessons from a certified driving instructor. During your lessons you will learn how to make a three-point turn. When learning how to make a three point turn, one should prepare by first becoming acquainted with the vehicle and owner's manual. Following that you should begin practicing in an empty parking lot for visualization purposes without the stress of real life driving. You should also become familiar with the rules of the road. From there you can finally break down the three-point turn and begin mastering driving skill.

When learning how to make a three-point turn you must know something about driving. As a first step, you should read the vehicle owner's manual and understand the function of each gauge on the vehicle. Once that is done, begin by getting into the vehicle and putting on your seat belt. Adjust your seat as far back as possible from the air bag, making sure that your feet reach the pedals and other controls comfortably. This will help avoid injury in case of an accident. Adjust your mirrors so you can see behind your vehicle, this will minimize blind spots. The best way to do this is to lean toward the mirror being adjusted and adjust so the side of the car is visible when you look in the mirror. Adjust your seat so your feet can meet the pedals comfortably.

Next, find an empty parking lot and use the lines in the parking lot as your guide. Remember to keep in mind the speed limit for the local streets is 35mph. Start the vehicle by turning the key all the way to the right while keeping your right foot on the break. Put the gear shift in Drive, this would be the D on the shift panel. Check in all directions before driving off, indicate to show which direction you intend to move your vehicle. Move steadily down road leaving a car length of space between you and the vehicle in front of you. Be sure to pay attention to pedestrians and playing children. When approaching intersections regardless of whether there is a stop sign or not, slow down and be prepared to stop. If there is a stop sign, be sure to come to a complete stop. Look left, right and left again. Remember that pedestrians always have the right to way so yield on all pedestrians at the cross walk. Make sure the intersection is clear before proceeding. When approaching a traffic light approach the intersection ready to stop. If it's yellow or red, gradually come to a stop.

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