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How to Get the Most Out of Your Driving Lessons

21 July 2021 by Vera Hart

If you are preparing to get your driver's license for the first time, then you know that you need to take driving lessons. You might be really excited about taking driving lessons and getting prepared to be a legal driver, and you could be wondering how you can make the most out of your lessons. These tips should help you get the best experience and knowledge.

Get Started Early

You might be required to get in a certain number of hours of driving lessons before you are eligible for your driving permit or license; plus, even if this is not required, you will probably want to get in as much practice as possible.

Some driving schools can be quite busy and might not always have openings for students. Therefore, you should start making arrangements well in advance to be sure that you are able to take your driving lessons, get in all of your required hours behind the wheel, and get your license in time.

Dress Properly

You might not really think it matters what you wear for your driving lessons. However, you should make sure that you wear comfortable clothing that you can move in. It's best to avoid wearing clothing that might restrict your movement and make it hard for you to turn around to check for traffic behind you, press the gas pedal or brake pedal, or turn the steering wheel. Make sure that you wear comfortable, properly fitting shoes to avoid problems with accelerating and braking as well. If you wear glasses or contact lenses, make sure that you're either wearing your contacts or that you have your glasses with you so that you can drive safely and comfortably during your lessons.

Put Your Phone Away

It's important to turn your phone's volume down or to turn your phone off completely and tuck it in your purse or backpack. You don't want to be distracted by your phone ringing or making other noises, since this can get in the way of you learning and can actually be dangerous. Plus, many schools that offer driving lessons require that phones be silenced and put away, and it's against the law to text and drive or otherwise use your phone while you're driving in many places, too.

Taking driving lessons can be exciting and can help you be on your way to being a safe and properly licensed driver. Follow the tips for success that are listed above, and you can make the most out of your driving lessons.

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