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Learning to Drive: Manual vs. Automatic

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  There’s a lot of variety when choosing a car—from size and color to wheel style and engine type. The options are endless. However, the most common confusion arises when choosing between the transmission type. Modern vehicles come in two transmission types, i.e., manual and automatic.   Manual Transmission:   A manual car requires the driver to use a gear shift situated on the center console to change the gears during acceleration and deceleration. It also has a clutch pedal  on the left side of the brake. Pushing down on the grip pedal prevents power from going from the engine to the transmission so the driver can switch gears. The driver will first press the clutch, then move the gear shift to the appropriate gear , and then release the clutch to reconnect the motor's force to the transmission. Learning how to work these pedals and the shift stick in sync requires a lot of practice and focus. However, discipline brings about promising results. Pros ·  A more engaging experience

Defensive Driving - Everything You Need To Know

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  In the United States, road crashes are the leading cause of death for people aged 1–54. The yearly count of people that die in road accidents was recorded at 38,000 by the  Association for Safe International Road Travel . In non-fatal cases, about 4.4 million are injured and require medical attention. Defensive driving helps drivers stay alert for potential road hazards making it essential for safety on the road.   What is Defensive Driving? Defensive Driving refers to safe driving strategies that go beyond necessary traffic procedures and regulations to empower drivers to address recognized risks in a predictable way. These skills are used as a defense against possible dangers from drunk drivers, reckless drivers, or poor weather.   Defensive driving classes help drivers anticipate situations and empower them to make informed decisions. This, in turn, reduces driving dangers and improves their skills on the road. When a driver completes a safe driving maneuver, these decisions are i

Practical Driving Tests—An Overview

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  To  acquire a driver’s license  in Texas, you must pass a vision test, a sign recognition test, a knowledge test, and a practical driving skills test. The vision, sign recognition, and knowledge test can be administered by a  licensed driver education school .   What’s A Practical Driving Test? The practical part of the driving test is conducted by  the Department of Public Safety’s  customer service representative (CSR). The student will be seated in the driver seat and the CSR in the passenger seat. The CSR examiner will assess your driving abilities and ask you to perform specific driving tasks. Upon completion, the CSR will clarify any slip-ups and provide tips on how it could be done the right way. You will then receive the result of your test. If you’ve failed, the CSR will explain how and when a re-test can be conducted.   Before You Begin: The CSR will examine the vehicle before the test begins. They will check whether the turn signals and lights are functioning optimally, wh