Preparing To Get Behind The Wheel

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It does not matter whether it has taken you three days or three decades to get behind the wheel, you will want to make sure that you are as prepared as possible. In some countries, such as Saudi Arabia, women have only been able to drive for a few years now, and so they may have never even considered the idea. There are then those who have thought they would never need to drive, until later in life when they realize it’s something that would greatly enrich their day-to-day living. No matter your situation, we have got some tips to help you get behind the wheel. 

Make sure you have a valid national ID or passport

You will need a copy of your national ID to apply for a driving license. If your national ID has expired, now would be a good time to renew it. You don’t want your driving experience to be held up because you need to renew your passport.

Learning to drive

There are lots of driving schools around the country. It is a good idea to enroll at one of these schools as soon as possible, as it’s likely that demand will be high. After all, there are always people who want to know how to drive! Most people do so as soon as they are legally able to. There is no need to feel nervous about learning to drive; everyone will be in the same position! However, as there have been 197,618 careless driving citations in just one state in the U.S., this shows why you need to prioritise safety and choose a driving instructor with care.

How to fund your first car 

There are a number of ways to finance your first vehicle. Funding a car through personal finances is not an option available to all, but there are a number of other solutions. 

This includes leasing your first vehicle with a promise to own. Numerous lenders and banks provide this solution. With this type of financing, you will sign two contracts from the start. The first is for the lease, and the second is for vehicle ownership. At the end of the loan tenor, the ownership of the car will be transferred to you. You will need to make a balloon payment at the end of the contract to secure ownership. Alternatively, you could return the car to the bank or lender.

Another option is car financing. This is where you are going to pay a sum of money every month to the lender, who has effectively given you the money to purchase the car. If you default on your payments, you could end up in big financial trouble, so make sure you choose something you can afford.

Insuring your car

Finally, it is a legal requirement to have car insurance. Failure to do so can result in a fine, and too many fines can lead to a revoked license. You have the choice of comprehensive or third party insurance. It is highly advisable to go for the former.