The RWP

kfred · #1 16th July 2010, 03:49 AM

So, today I got my driver's license. I have always been so scared of driving, especially when I had me temporary permit that allowed me to drive with a licensed adult. I guess I'm just really bad under pressure, because I got on the road today and everything was really smooth and not frustrating, even when I was in heavy traffic.

Discuss driving and driver's licenses.

BobbyTheCat · #2 16th July 2010, 03:52 AM

I won't be getting mine for a year or so. I'm not that excited to start driving.

MetalHeroOfTime · #3 16th July 2010, 03:55 AM

I've had my car for about two months now and I'm still a horrible driver. This one time, I was driving to my cousins' house and had to turn onto the road they live on. anyways, I forgot to slow down, so I took this really sharp turn about 40 miles per hour. I didn't wreck or anything, Thank Palutena, but I swear I heard the passenger side door scrape against the road.

DarthConker · #4 16th July 2010, 04:07 AM

I'm getting my Learner's this month or next month (still need to get the book to study), and I'm pretty scared to drive. I know almost nothing about cars except that you need to stter and hold the gas to drive, and press the brake to stop. Oh and you need gas to power the car. Other than that I'm clueless.

Andre · #5 16th July 2010, 04:08 AM

You'll find that after a couple weeks of driving on your own, there is basically no stress at all. It will simply become second nature, like riding a bike. (Though I hate the overuse of that expression...)

BobbyTheCat · #6 16th July 2010, 05:39 AM

What if you're no good at riding bikes?

StarFox · #7 16th July 2010, 05:40 AM

I am actually planning on getting a Commercial Driver's License so I can drive commercially. I love driving. It relaxes me.

The Banjonator · #8 16th July 2010, 05:58 AM

Well, I'm only 15 (gonna be 16 in October), but I'm taking Driver's Ed this year. I've always wanted to be able to drive where I want instead of asking others that really don't want to drive me places.

dragon_kazoooie · #9 16th July 2010, 06:10 AM

I haven't got my DL yet, I'm thinking about getting it soon though.

Airman · #10 16th July 2010, 07:30 AM

First day I got my license I was so nervous about driving by myself I ran straight through a red light. So side note: Don't panic, it makes it worse.

Put on some music, make sure you're focused/not tired when driving and ease into harder driving situations step by step. Speaking as an ex-delivery driver, the thrill of driving wears off very quickly and soon you realise that having a car costs a lot of money. Petrol, Insurance, Licensing fees, Maintenance etc. and also the downside of occasionally having to be the designated driver. Enjoy not having to drive while you can.

Madous · #11 16th July 2010, 07:31 AM

I can get my permit at any time. Is it worth it to get one at this point in my life? I mean, I'm not going anywhere.

Jinji Mongo · #12 16th July 2010, 07:32 AM

I've had my permit for about two months now. I've driven, like, three times.

Gruntling · #13 16th July 2010, 08:16 AM

I can't believe some of you! I guess it's sort of understandable if you're just beginning, but when I was 16, I couldn't wait to get behind the wheel. It's so easy! I actually find driving to be a relaxing and enjoyable activity most of the time... Well, away from the city and work traffic!

Oz the Gay and Powerful · #14 16th July 2010, 08:37 AM

I have no reason to get my permit yet, and I really don't want to drive anytime soon. Plus, lots of people are killed in car accidents per year. Some people get on others for smoking, but then you take a look at the statistics for car-related deaths and you could say it's a valid comparison. I guess it's just one of those accepted risks though.

Korra · #15 16th July 2010, 09:02 AM

I have had my Learners for around 3 years now, the main problem with me is my dad was too scared to get in the car with me and I am horrible at driving a manual car. I mean, I can change gears and everything but it puts me under too much stress, especially at intersections. Now that I have moved in with my mum she is encouraging me to drive and go places with her but its easier for me because she has 2 automatic cars and its one less thing to stress me out and I can focus on knowing the road rules and being more confident.

I have to complete 100 hours before going for my P plate test but I am slowly getting the hours and I love driving, probably the only scary thing I don't like doing is roundabouts because my mum freaks out which freaks me out.

Just another fact of life that we all have to go through.