So, driving school is over, all examssuccessfully passed, the license is comfortably settled in your pocket, and the car is waiting under the window. Let's go? The first independent trip in your own car is always an explosion of the most diverse emotions. What is not mixed here! And pride, and joy from the fact that now you yourself will go wherever you want and no one else will tell you what to do, and excitement (will everything work out as it should?) and, of course, fear (what if something goes wrong) ... The main thing is not to let anxiety completely overwhelm you - it is a bad helper. Indeed, what, in fact, is so worrying? There is nothing new in this world and even the famous Schumacher once approached his very first car in the same way, with timidity and excitement. And simple advice for novice drivers will help to make the adaptation process as easy as possible. Have you calmed down a little? Then you can get started.

Preparing for a trip

Before getting into the car, take itrule to examine it carefully. Check for flat tires, scratches or dents on the body. It is especially important to do this if your car was parked outside. Make sure that the hubcaps and license plates are in place. Carefully wipe the mirrors, glass and headlights. Everything in order? Then get in. A little trick - in order not to tempt pickpocket thieves, get into the useful habit of first locking the doors and only then letting go of your handbag. Make sure that the seat and rear-view mirrors are installed "as they should be", i.e. adjusted for you. Fasten your seat belt. Well, you can go! For your first independent trips, it is better to choose a well-known route. It is desirable that the traffic on it is not too busy. The most prudent usually "walk" it on foot, paying special attention to road signs and other "surprises". I think that this is the right approach. After all, at first it will be very difficult for you to keep track of everything at once - the car, the road, and the signs. If you are afraid of independent trips, you can ask a more experienced driver to "ride" with you the first few times. Just not your husband! He will simply torment you with "valuable guidelines", advice, criticism and nagging. It is better to take a reliable friend with you with good driving experience. The main thing is that she is not a chatterbox, otherwise she will only distract you. And you absolutely do not need this now. For the same reason, at first you should not turn on the radio or music in the car. And it is better to turn off your mobile phone completely during the first trips. You will need all your attention.

"It's time to hit the road."

One of the most common mistakes made by beginnersis the desire to "squeeze" closer to the side of the road. This is understandable. A beginner feels insecure behind the wheel and is afraid of other cars and drivers, afraid of getting into an accident. Therefore, he strives to become as invisible on the road as possible. However, moving close to the side of the road, it is very easy to "run into" some piece of broken glass or a nail. And this is unlikely to cheer you up, right? Take your lane and move calmly, keeping your distance and interval. Try to change lanes as rarely as possible. When maneuvering, do not forget to turn on the turn signals. If a turn is made from several lanes at the same time, try to maintain the required radius and not "jump" into another lane. At what speed should you move? In theory, everything is completely clear - you must observe the speed of the flow. In practice, beginners are thrown "from one extreme to another." Usually, a novice driver is visible to the naked eye in the flow - he moves much slower than others. Quite often, this driving style leads to traffic jams and congestion. This, of course, cannot please other road users. By going faster than the flow of traffic, you become an obstacle and hinder drivers. There is another extreme. In free areas, when there are no other cars in sight, a beginner, as a rule, cannot resist the temptation to "show off" a little. After all, you really want to feel the speed and understand that you can really control this "beast". Therefore, having felt relatively safe, few people continue to be careful. And this is very dangerous - after all, you have not yet really learned how to control the car at high speeds. And then anything can happen - you can be "carried" into the oncoming lane or onto some obstacle, skid, etc. Quite often, such entertainment ends very sadly.

Overtaking

Overtaking is one of the most dangerousmaneuvers. Especially for an inexperienced driver. Of course, you have learned the traffic rules well - otherwise how would you pass the exam? - and you know the rules for overtaking. Theoretically. However, in practice, everything is not so simple. The most important advice - before you start a maneuver, think about whether it is really necessary? The first independent overtaking is recommended to be done only on an empty highway or street, with good visibility and only if the vehicle moving in front of you is simply "crawling". If the speed of movement corresponds to the rules established on this section of the road, you should refrain from overtaking. Have you decided to overtake? Make sure that there are no cars in the oncoming lane and you can see a sufficiently large section of the road. Then an oncoming truck will definitely not jump out at you from around the corner. Only after this confidently and calmly perform the maneuver. If you are overtaken, then you should not increase the speed. After all, the other driver takes this parameter into account. If your speed changes, he may not have time to complete the overtaking and it will all end badly.

We're going to the gas station

You can tell that your car is “hungry”judged by the fuel gauge located on the dashboard. Most cars have a special light near the scale of the device. It lights up when the gasoline level drops to a certain value. However, not all cars have such a "hint", so you need to keep an eye on the arrow. You can also find out that the gasoline is running out by other symptoms. When turning sharply, accelerating or on climbs, there are dips in traction. This means that it is time to go to the gas station. It is better to ask your neighbors, friends and colleagues in advance which of the gas stations located on your main routes sell high-quality gasoline. Try to always fill up only at them. Carefully drive the car to the pump. Naturally, on the side where the gas tank hatch is located. Having arrived, immediately turn off the engine and under no circumstances smoke - people are very afraid of fire at gas stations. However, this is understandable. When the gas station employee approaches you, tell him what kind of gasoline your car "eats" - you know that, right? After that, you need to go to the cashier. You can fill up the car to the full tank, buy a certain number of liters or fill up with fuel for a certain amount - whichever is more convenient for you. Be sure to take the receipt and do not lose it under any circumstances. At least until the next refueling. Firstly, it helps to avoid underfilling the gasoline, and this sometimes happens. Secondly, if any trouble happens to your car due to low-quality fuel, it will serve as proof that you filled up at this particular gas station. But what if no one is in a hurry to come to your aid and "feed" your favorite? Well, then you will have to take everything into your own hands. Take the fuel nozzle and carefully insert it into the gas tank neck. Press the lever located under the handle of the nozzle. Look at the display in front of you - see the numbers "running" there? They indicate the amount of fuel already poured into the gas tank and its price. When your car's tank is full, the latch should automatically unclip. If there is no latch - watch the process carefully. As soon as you see that the gasoline has started to foam at the neck, immediately release the lever. Do not try to fill the gas to the very cap. After all, if you miscalculate, you will spill both yourself and the car. What should you do if you "missed" the moment and the gas in the car is almost gone? If the engine stalls, do not try to start it again and again - this is harmful to the gas pump. In such a situation, it is better to pull over to the side of the road and turn off the ignition. What to do next? Strictly speaking, there are only two options - either you bring gasoline to the car, or you take the car to the "feeding trough". The easiest thing is to ask a friend for help. Of course, you can use the help of passing drivers who are ready to share their fuel with you. But this is quite dangerous - low-quality gasoline drained from someone else's tank can cause a serious breakdown. Moreover, most likely, this case will not be recognized as an insurance case.

First breakdown

Well, sooner or later it happens toby everyone. The main thing is - don't panic. As soon as you feel something is wrong - turn on the hazard lights and try to pull over to the side of the road. If you can't do this, then immediately put up an emergency stop sign - this can save your life. Especially if you are stopped behind a hill or a sharp turn. Now you have two options - try to find someone who will take you out on a cable or call a tow truck. It's up to you to decide, of course. A cable is cheaper and faster. But such a "trip" requires certain skills. Are you sure you have them? If, despite everything, you dare to do this, remember the "golden rule" 50x50. What does this mean? This means that most cars with automatic transmission can be towed no more than 50 kilometers at a speed not exceeding 50 km/h. Your main task is to monitor the tension of the cable. There should be no jerks, otherwise you will simply fly into the rear bumper of your "savior". Another unpleasant moment - if your car has power brakes and steering, then you will be surprised to find that it has become very difficult to press the brake pedal, and the steering wheel has suddenly become incredibly heavy. Well, you will have to "sweat" - boldly press the pedal with all your might. You can even use both feet. But it is not recommended to keep the brake pedal pressed all the time - it may fail completely. Too difficult? Then call a tow truck! You have a phone number recorded, right? Of course, this is not a cheap pleasure. But - This is a guarantee that both you and your car will get to your destination safe and sound. And what could be more important than that?

First date

Well, it happened to you too - youstopped by a traffic police inspector. The main thing is not to get nervous! Most likely, it's just a formality. What should you know? You have every right not to get out of the car and to communicate through the window without unlocking the doors. Try to look calm and friendly - this always makes a favorable impression. If you do violate something, do not try to prove your innocence. Usually, traffic police officers know very well what kind of offenses are most often committed on a particular section of the road. If you have not committed anything "criminal", then right on the spot you will receive a special resolution-receipt. You can pay it at any branch of Sberbank. More serious cases are considered in special "analysis groups", and the measure of your responsibility will be established in court. In some situations, you will only receive a protocol in your hands, and you will be informed of the time and place of the case by registered mail. If you are sure that the traffic police officer is wrong and you have not violated anything, you can try to defend your position. A good knowledge of traffic rules and a table of current fines will help you here. Try to explain the logic of your actions to the inspector, referring to these documents. Just do not shout, wave your arms and, of course, do not insult anyone. Firstly - it is simply ugly. Secondly, most likely, the traffic police officer knows all the rules much better than you and, if he wants, he can really "spoil" your life. If the inspector decides to draw up a report, and you still believe that you are not guilty of anything - feel free to state your position. Write in the report: "I do not agree." Describe your version. Try to get witnesses who are ready to confirm your words. If they extort a bribe from you, unreasonably take away your documents or threaten - call the traffic police hotline. That's probably all the basic advice for novice drivers. Following them is not that difficult, right? And mastery - it will definitely come with practice. The main thing is to believe in yourself and not be afraid. Have a nice trip!

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