How much practice did you need before you could drive well?

Question

I have my permit and I'm a little discouraged at my slow progress. How long did it take you to get good enough to not worry all the time?

Answer 1

I have had my liscense for about 4 years and I am about 20. I practiced alot over about 6 months before I tried. practice on interstates and high traffic areas with your parents. I never feel 100 percent safe because I have seen many dangerous people on the roads. Good Luck and for real ALWAYS where you seat belt.

Answer 2

Depends on where you are driving. If you are mostly puttering around in a small town with no traffic when you drive, then it will probably take you longer to get used to all of the things that seasoned drivers are experienced with. I would say that it'll probably take you about two years to really feel confident and comfortable, at least if you are dedicating yourself to learning how to be a safe and competent driver.

If you want to worry less, try getting your teacher/parent to let you drive in increasingly 'scary' places with heavy traffic or challenging intersections. (Like during rush hour or in a big city.) Eventually try going to new places where you have to do some navigation. Don't worry so much - it takes time and you've got a lot of time for driving ahead of you. :)

Answer 3

i still worry when i dont drive my car... and i have been driving for a little over 2 years... im going to be 18.

Answer 4

give it a good 25 minutes