Switching From a Manual to an Automatic Car: Licence Rules and Driving Tips

Automatic cars are now common, and every electric car drives like one. Many experienced drivers find an automatic easier on the knees, hips and concentration. This course explains what your licence allows, what the gear positions mean, how to pull away, stop and park safely, and the habits to unlearn from decades of driving a manual.

This course gives general information for drivers in Great Britain. Controls vary between cars – always read your car’s handbook. Tutwoo is not connected with the RAC.

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