What should beginners pay attention to when driving?
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Beginners should pay attention to the following when driving: 1. Fasten the seat belt; 2. Except for cars with one-button start, for many cars, if the engine is started, the key should be released and not held continuously, as this can damage the spark plugs and cylinders; 3. When starting, always check the left and right rearview mirrors, and ensure a clear view of any blind spots; 4. Engage the handbrake when parking; 5. After starting the car, always check the dashboard for any warnings and be familiar with the meanings of special symbols that may appear; 6. Always walk around the car to inspect the four tires for any issues before driving.
When I first got my driver's license, the most nerve-wracking part was actually driving on the road. Here are three hard-learned lessons: First, never tailgate! My instructor said the 3-second rule works wonders—wait until you've counted three seconds after the car in front passes a telephone pole before you pass it yourself. Second, play the 'head-turn game' when changing lanes; there are blind spots in the mirrors, so you must physically turn your head to check. Once, I almost hit a motorcycle because I only glanced at the mirror. Third, put your phone on driving mode and stash it in the glove compartment—getting caught scrolling through short videos at a red light now means points off your license. Finally, here's a little trick: set aside half an hour each week to practice passing on narrow roads. Find a dead-end street with no traffic and practice using the roadside reflectors to avoid crossing the line—you'll overcome your line-crossing phobia in two weeks.
As someone with six months of driving experience, I recommend that beginners focus on practicing these three skills: Learn to switch between high and low beams when driving at night - failing to turn off high beams when facing oncoming traffic can literally blind you; Check tire treads before driving in rain or snow - bald tires are especially prone to skidding on wet surfaces; Develop the habit of pressing the clutch five seconds before the traffic light turns green to avoid the embarrassment of stalling and getting honked at by cars behind. Remember to keep a parking contact number card - shopping mall underground garage pillars have a special appetite for newbie car doors. Also, the tire pressure monitoring icon looks like a hamburger - don't mistake its warning for an entertainment system malfunction.
