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10 Oct 2019, 2:53 pm

Cloudman wrote:

I’m trying to get my license I’m a new driver been practicing a long time got better, but still need more work. Do any of you drive? How good are u? What are some of your experiences, strengths weaknesses what helps you cope and how did u pass the test?

I got used to traffic, left turn lanes, etc, on a bicycle. I practiced driving a bit on a farm. I got my professional license at age 16 + 2 weeks, driving a manual 4-speed on ice. Sporty driving habits gave me the reflexes to avoid at least two major accidents when surprised on black ice. Now, I am very careful to drive as little as possible, and use all the tricks for maximum economy. I once drove about a mile with the engine off, never more than two car lengths from where I'd have been with it on. That's as much fun as driving fast, and I still don't slow more than necessary for turns.

This topic has been done to death. You can look up my other replies.

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10 Oct 2019, 7:58 pm

Driving is one of those things that you get better at through experience. The main thing is to pay attention to the road at all times and be ready for the unexpected. Some drivers for example don't use their turn signals when changing lanes so may change lanes suddenly. It's important to be able to adjust your driver for hazards like this.

I would practice a lot before the driving test.

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10 Oct 2019, 9:11 pm

Hi Cloudman!

Everyone learns things at their own pace, and driving is no exception to that. Don't feel rushed to get your license as soon as possible. I didn't get my license until 20, and have been driving independently for 3 years now. I avoid highways when I can; my city has some of the worst traffic in the entire USA. I have had one accident; an idiot 16-year-old changed lanes right into me to make a right turn onto a side street that I was about to turn on (I was in the turning lane, he wasn't). Not my fault in the slightest. I have used my old phone as a makeshift dash-cam ever since.

If one or both of your parents are willing to teach you, I think that is better for an autistic person than driving with an instructor, as if they are good parents they will know your limits well and not push you harder than you can go. Not to mention most autistic people are more comfortable around their parents than a complete stranger.

Take driving one step at a time; master the parking lot before going onto an actual road, and master small neighborhood roads before you take on larger roads. Be to get some practice in inclement weather as well.

Hope this helps!

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10 Oct 2019, 9:24 pm

Cloudman wrote:

Dimples123 wrote:

I would look into seeing if there's some sort of program for autistic drivers.

I’m not diagnosed so it’s difficult, but I found a program tho they take two months just to get me approved for more lessons. I can only get one sometimes. Then have to wait for the next fiscal year.

One thing to consider, I would practice at times of the day and at places that aren't busy.

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11 Oct 2019, 6:43 am

kjeezy0127 wrote:

Woah I see be careful I’ll check your post out

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11 Oct 2019, 6:44 am

Dimples123 wrote:

Cloudman wrote:

Dimples123 wrote:

I would look into seeing if there's some sort of program for autistic drivers.

One thing to consider, I would practice at times of the day and at places that aren't busy.

Your right drivers are also less aggressive that way

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11 Oct 2019, 6:56 am

Zakatar wrote:

That is great however I needed an instructor because my situation is different. My father doesn’t live with me and my mom does not drive I wasn’t nervous about instructors tho I was very bad at reading there personalities I’d often not know they were rude to me until after. I feel more pressure from people I know they are more judgmental actually. My father is better when he is not working 247

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11 Oct 2019, 4:26 pm

I drive. I don't drive on the highway, only local roads. I studied for the written part of the road test and applied what I read to driving on the road. I passed my road test the first time.

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12 Oct 2019, 1:38 am

jimmy m wrote:

There is an old saying "Practice makes perfect".
The more you drive the more natural driving becomes.
I have driven over a million miles in my lifetime and it is very natural and not very stressful.

As an Aspie I generally apply a couple rules.
1. I always put my full focus on driving. I avoid all distractions (cell phones, conversations). I practice being aware of everything around me (in front, behind, to the sides) at all times.
2. I practice defensive driving techniques. And I always allow one car length distance for every 10 miles of driving speed between my car and the car in front of me.

I do the same, but I often do that on my speed pedelec. That is a very fast electric bike for which you need a moped driver's license or a driver's license that is compatible: one for car or motorcycle.

I look extremely well. I am vulnerable if I bike about 45 km/h or 26 MPH.

I also drive on a highway. That is easier to me actually than local roads and small streets. On my speed pedelec I behave like a motorcyclist. The actual only difference is that I either pedal or freewheel.

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13 Oct 2019, 8:55 pm

Pay attention to everyone with whom you may need to share your space and people traveling with you (other cars). Think like a chessplayer, "They just did that because of .... or in order to ...." and maybe turn on their turn signal for them <g>. Be prepared to switch lanes or at least slow down if you are behind someone wanting to turn.

Of course driving, unlike chess, is a plus sum game. Don't care that much if you get into the intersection first or the other guy does, but avoid ties--don't get there at the same time. That should help make you a safer and more courteous driver.

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14 Oct 2019, 8:26 am

CalicoMischief wrote:

I drive. I don't drive on the highway, only local roads. I studied for the written part of the road test and applied what I read to driving on the road. I passed my road test the first time.

Awesome maybe you can venture into the high way just little by little if you can past that test reading a book you have good concept learning abilities and able to readily apply learnt knowledge.watch some YouTube videos about driving you should be on the highway in no time

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14 Oct 2019, 8:29 am

wbport wrote:

I was always bad at chess, but great analogy, your right watching is just as if not more important than how you drive

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