Driving, Scariest. Thing. Ever.

[WrcklessIntent]

I'm gonna try to say this and hope it makes sense. I love driving
but i'm terrified of other drivers. Also i hate driving in cities because of
all of the stupid one way streets. I trust myself i just don't trust other
people when driving.

 

[tthor]

lol i felt the same way when i first started driving. don't worry, it gets better

 

[ShadowsofHope]

It soon becomes a second nature after you do it several times and get used to speed. I was the same way at your point, until I got practicing enough and found it rather enjoyable (except in the winter. FUCK YOU, ICE!). Although I do not have a full license yet, as I had to wait a year from last March (and I don't feel like getting picked on for rides, either).

Just be aware, know what your dashboard controls do and when to use them, and wear that fucking seatbelt.

 

[Nyerion]

I also felt quite powerless when I first drove a car, I was like "oh god how I am supposed to do all this things at the same time?!" But it was also kind of fun once I got the most basic things.

Also, funny thing, in my driving exam a little kid appeared out of nowhere and managed somehow to fell to the road. It was ok since I had plenty of distance and time to stop the car and wait for him to get up and leave, but I still felt like c'mon this can't be happening.

 

[SovietSecrets]

I know the feeling, but it will get better over time. Its good to feel fear while driving, means you will be more careful on the road.

 

[Voodoomancer]

Hehe. First time I drove a car, I wondered "How the hell can anyone fall asleep while driving EEEEK"

Now it's second nature to me

Also, just want to put it out there: Learn To Roundabout! I can't count the times I've had to slam the brakes because some [...] goes a whole circle on the outer lane without signaling. Dammit!

 

[JourneyThroughHell]

Well, I didn't actually drive in real-life traffic conditions, but driving a car in the countryside on the fairly shitty road wasn't particularly scary. I guess it's all traffic.

So instead I would like to contribute to mention how truly scary it is to be the passenger of a horrid driver.

You know. Like, totally made-up example here, when you're playing Gears 2 and your coop partner can't drive for crap?

 

[Devil's Due]

I'm scared to drive, but whenever I do I drive flawlessly as my instructors always tell me. I never take any unnecessary risks, and never go above the speedlimit, because there's no point to. The thing that scares me the most about driving? Experienced drivers. They're always trying to justify "I've done it for years, blah blah blah, nothing ever happens to me!" and they take some seriously panic-inducing risks because they're "experienced." Many experienced drivers I've been with do some seriously stupid driving shit, such as nearly bumping into other cars because they're pissed at the driver, jumping infront of oncoming traffic too slowly and causing the other cars to suddenly break to avoid hitting their dumb asses, etc.

So in essence: What scares me the most about driving are those who claim to be experts, as they take seriously unnecessary risks that get people killed and/or hurt.

 

[Sentox6]

Learn to ride a motorcycle. I guarantee when you get back in the car, it will feel as safe as being in your house.

The thing that scares me the most about driving? Experienced drivers. They're always trying to justify "I've done it for years, blah blah blah, nothing ever happens to me!" and they take some seriously panic-inducing risks because they're "experienced."

The problem, of course, is that experience is not the same as expertise. More time spent driving really means only one of two thing: you're actively improving, or you're just continuing to cement bad habits.

I always strive to constantly re-evaluate my driving, learn everything I can when I'm not behind the wheel, and improve my skills whenever I am. That being said, it's something I love doing, so that makes it easier to a degree.

 

[M4A1Sopmod]

The key to driving is relaxing. When you start panicking that is when you make mistakes that can end lies. In conclusion, calm down and you will find that driving is both enjoyable and easy.

 

[MiracleOfSound]

Well, I didn't actually drive in real-life traffic conditions, but driving a car in the countryside on the fairly shitty road wasn't particularly scary. I guess it's all traffic.

So instead I would like to contribute to mention how truly scary it is to be the passenger of a horrid driver.

You know. Like, totally made-up example here, when you're playing Gears 2 and your coop partner can't drive for crap?

Yes, it's especially bad when your driving suffers because your partner is so bad at shooting the locusts that it puts your steering off.

 

[JourneyThroughHell]

Well, I didn't actually drive in real-life traffic conditions, but driving a car in the countryside on the fairly shitty road wasn't particularly scary. I guess it's all traffic.

So instead I would like to contribute to mention how truly scary it is to be the passenger of a horrid driver.

You know. Like, totally made-up example here, when you're playing Gears 2 and your coop partner can't drive for crap?

Yes, it's especially bad when your driving suffers because your partner is so bad at shooting the locusts that it puts your steering off.

I didn't shoot at anyone. I fell victim to horrible driving. I DROWNED IN ICY WATER!

Uhh... I mean, hypothetically. All of this happened hypothetically.

Yeah.

 

[Davey Woo]

I wasn't scared on my first lesson, but I was scared the first time I was in control of the car (before my first lesson my dad let me drive around a car park)

You'll get used to it after a while, once you get to grips with gears and learn that the car doesn't actually want to kill you.

 

[Sentox6]

Also, never let Kat drive in Halo: Reach.

 

[Bobbovski]

Driving is pretty fun. But I really hate driving to unknown places or in densely populated areas like cities. It makes me a bit nervous/on edge.

 

[Sir Thomas Sean Connery]

Not so much. The mountain and street road driving wasn't bad at all, but when the instructor told me to get on the freeway I nearly pissed myself.

Oh, and then the prick tells me to do a U-turn out of the blue with no warning on a busy street. Prick.

 

[Lost In The Void]

In my province you can get your learner's permit at 14 and growing up on a farm means I've driven before even that age; thus its been about 7 years on the road for me now. That isn't to say I'm not careful, but the feeling of terror does go away after a while. The most important thing though; I learning this on the icy winter roads of Northern Alberta, is not to panic when swerving; you're only liable to make a more deadly mistake.

On whole though, be confident but always cautious, no matter how many years you've been on the road. Keep at it, wish you the best on your test

 

[Whateveralot]

Get yourself together, man!

It's awesome. I love driving. All it needs is some confidence and to trust your instincts. Oh and be safe about it. Don't take risks, as it can cost lives. I'm not saying that to scare you, though. You should know that not taking a risk is very easy.

 

[Soviet Heavy]

try driving through Montreal at Rush Hour. Insane shit.

I was never really bothered by driving. It is frustrating in the cities, but give me country roads and highways and I love it.

 

[haruvister]

Was it this terrifying for anyone else?

Yes, it was, and to this day I have no idea how I got my licence. But don't worry about being scared - start worrying when you STOP being scared, 'cause there's nothing more dangerous than complacency. And remember that if you decide driving isn't for you then you're doing a favour to the planet, your wallet, and the >1 million people killed each year in traffic accidents.