I had my first driving lesson today and it was really interesting. I played with the accelerator, the brake and clutch which was initially intimidating as I actually drove round Ubi area many times, practising my turns and my pedal technique. I am getting the hang of driving but I need to constantly look at the mirrors and my blind spots because I tend to always look straight and neglect my blind spots when I turn.
My turning technique is still in the raw stages because I tend to either over-turn or turn too slowly. I guess it is a matter of practise for perfection. The instructor is very patient with me and he is always telling me that there is nothing to be afraid about driving which seemed rather difficult to appreciate as this is my first driving lesson. My gear technique needs some improvement as I tend to use the wrong technique.
It was fun actually, but I left the car with two wobbly legs. I just hope that the two cars, with the drivers taking their practical test, that I was sandwiched between passed their test and was not affected by my driving.
Thankfully, I did not crash the car. Well, not yet. But, I hope I will not.
