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Parent Coaching: First-Drive Tips

Student driverFIRST DRIVE PRACTICE PLAN

  • Always wear safety belts.
  • Drive student to practice area.
  • Begin in an empty parking lot
  • Get control before entering traffic
  • Do not enter traffic until safe.
  • Always exercise caution.
  • Be prepared for the unexpected. 

FIRST DRIVE TEACHING TIPS

  • Always be ready to take control.
  • Keep calm, voice low and slow. Give clear directions early: "Take right before the red van."
  • Give a running dialogue of all events: "Watch car on right, check mirror, brake gradually. Stop!"
  • To get more information on providing home practice go to http://www.drivered.com/content/parents-practice-guides-state. 

FIRST DRIVE EXPECTED ERRORS

  • May hit wrong pedals.
  • Brakes hard, brakes late.
  • Confuses left and right.
  • Loses control in turns.
  • Drifts out of lane.
  • Drives too fast for conditions.
  • Fails to signal or use mirrors.