6 Things You Should Know When Driving for

the First Time

1 Adjust the vehicle so that you are comfortable. Before you start the car, make sure that you can see out of all mirrors and that the seat is adjusted to your height.

Being comfortable will help you relax during this somewhat nerve rattling experience. The following guide is an excellent assistant when you try to adjust your seat and mirrors.

2 Do not overthink the situation. Driving a car is an experience that requires you to multitask. As you sit in the driver’s seat for the very first time, you might begin to feel overwhelmed with all the rules that you have to remember. Although remembering to use turn signals and what a particular road sign means are both very important, even more important is your ability to concentrate on the task at hand. Try to clear your mind and focus on what you are doing.

3 Calm your nerves. It is always best to have a trusted and experienced driver in the passenger seat next to you when you drive a car for the first time. There is a reason that a learning period during which you are only able to drive with another adult in the vehicle is usually required before you are issued a driver’s license. Having a trusted parent or other adult there to help you and give you advice will make driving a vehicle for the first time a little less scary.

Even if your parent isn't a driving expert, their support will help you feel more comfortable and enjoy the ride

4 Rid yourself of distractions. This is not the time to transport your crying little sister to daycare or three of your talkative friends to a party. Driving with distractions is never a good idea, particularly if you have never driven a vehicle before. Also turn off the radio, roll up the windows, and put away your cell phone . Again, a trusted and experienced driver is the best passenger to have on your first experience behind the wheel. Here is why it is essential to concentrate on the road:

5 Stay on familiar roads the first time you drive. You do not need to have to navigate your surroundings as you drive for the first time. Drive around your neighborhood or on a route that you are very familiar with.

6 Stay away from interstates and major highways.

Although you will need to learn how to drive on these types of roadways at some point in the future, the first time you get behind the wheel is not a good time. Wait until you have some experience controlling a vehicle before putting

yourself in difficult driving situations. Here is how to drive on highways when you start feeling more confident: