wow!! i just got my p's!! its been a long, emotional journey for me as i am 28 and suffer chronic anxiety when driving...well i used to. that is until i met John from gold town driving! what an amazing man! he helped me push through my fear and self doubt. if it wasnt for him i never would have jumped behind the wheel! his patients and encouragement means the world to me. He made me feel like i wasnt alone, that we were a team! no matter how many times i stalled or made a mistake or even cried because i was so overwhelmed, he would give me back my strength to keep trying! even when i wanted to just give up. he lightens the mood with one of his jokes and his contagious laugh! Anyone learning to drive anxiety or not, would benefit greatly from having been taught by John or any of his staff. I couldnt be happier with the results that John made happen for me! and if you are reading this John, i am eternally grateful, what you have given to me can never be repaid. A life without barriers! you truly are a godsend, thank you so much!

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Automatic driving lessons or Manual driving lessons - which to take?

There is a common view that when you know how to drive a manual transmission car, it will be easier to drive an automatic (but not the other way around). However this should not be your only basis on which car driving lesson to take. Ultimately, it depends on your lifestyle and level of comfort in the road.

Automatic driving lessons are most practical for when planning to drive in the city traffic. Automatic is also preferable if you’re easily startled and need to focus more on the safety aspects of driving. If long tiring drives in the countryside aren’t your thing then it’s the way to go too. You can always opt to take manual driving lessons if you really need to later. At the very least, you got the basic road safety and awareness skills already in the bag.

Take manual driving lessons if you intend to be skillful, like to drive long hours and usually go for uphill trips. Manual transmission cars can give you full control of car performance and handling. If ever you’re required to drive a manual car when you’re in Victoria or NSW, the restrictions on automatic driving license won’t hold you back. If you have the time to spare, manual driving is worth considering.

Still undecided? Consult our directory for driving schools near you. You can contact them to seek their guidance. Ask for quotes and book driving lessons when you feel ready!