18 and scared of driving...anyone else relate?

So here I am, 18 years old, and still don't have my driver's license. When I was 14 I was absolutely stoked to be driving in a year and a half. When I was 15 and got my driver's permit I started practicing right away. But then I realized I had a problem. When driving I become anxious, and can't focus on the road as well I should be. When I was 17 I took driver's ed through my school (cost $450) so I could learn properly and not be so nervous. I got by with a B, and didn't even take my finals driver's test (I felt sick, so I skipped it, and my instructor said I was a good enough driver that he just gave me a B on it). But at this point I didn't own a car. My aunt is about to sell me her 96 Chevy Blazer for $2,000. It's in good condition and has a black leather interior so I'm excited for it. But I haven't driven in a year and I'm nervous to get back on the road.

Does anyone else have this problem? I guess why I'm nervous is because I like to space out, and I'm afraid of making a mistake on the road which will cost me money, or cause someone else harm.

I'm not old enough to drive yet, but I'm kind of nervous about learning to drive. I also space out a lot, and I like to look around. >.>

Just take it easy, and you'll have no problem. Most of the time people are the cause of their own mistakes because they're purposefully doing something stupid.

No, but my girlfriend does.

My wife didn't start driving still she was 21. She had her license, but was too svared. Now she drives more than me. And she's got some serious road rage.

ok whats a chaser because the only Chaser i know about is a Toyota, you mean Blazer right?

i waited till i was 18 and it was honestly the best decision of my life because i got to see my friends get it at the 16 1/2 and how they were out of control and immature about driving. When your 18 you feel a lot more responsible than you do when your 16. Honestly once you start it will be like 2nd nature and as someone stated above it is relaxing.isephi

i learned when i was 10 and drove till i got my license at 18. my dad made sure we knew how to drive everything some with wheels some without at 12 i was spotting trailers for my uncle at his company. best advice i can give you is know what your car can and cant do on a parking lot.

No. Driving is mind-numbingly easy.

The only thing to be scared of is other drivers. They're insane.

Then again, I don't have your problem TC. I always stay focused when I'm driving.

ok whats a chaser because the only Chaser i know about is a Toyota, you mean Blazer right?

lownslow302

I'm actually in the exact same situation. I guess I just need to get used to it but so far it has made me quite nervous.

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ok whats a chaser because the only Chaser i know about is a Toyota, you mean Blazer right?

KHAndAnime

ok ok, i own a 2002. just be careful with them they dont sit on a wide stance so they lean quite a bit, theyre sensitive, and theyre terrible in the rain with stock tires.

if you get it get a lowering kit it makes it a lot more stable for weaving in and out of lanes

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ok whats a chaser because the only Chaser i know about is a Toyota, you mean Blazer right?

lownslow302

ok ok, i own a 2002. just be careful with them they dont sit on a wide stance so they lean quite a bit, theyre sensitive, and theyre terrible in the rain with stock tires.

if you get it get a lowering kit it makes it a lot more stable for weaving in and out of lanes

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[QUOTE="KHAndAnime"] Sorry, that's what I meant. KHAndAnime

ok ok, i own a 2002. just be careful with them they dont sit on a wide stance so they lean quite a bit, theyre sensitive, and theyre terrible in the rain with stock tires.

if you get it get a lowering kit it makes it a lot more stable for weaving in and out of lanes

i would pass you will never get that smell out and its about the price of the truck to redo everything and if you try to trade it in youll be royally screwed on the resale. the most known issue with the 96 is the crappy transmission on the 4wd. how does it look from the outside does is it loud when it runs? se if you can talk her down to 1500$

Practice makes perfect. If you want to drive just get the car and do it, you may be nervous at first, but after a while you will probably be able to relax.

I'm not scared of driving, more irritated and bored by it.

Edit:Though, I am scared of the interstate because we live in N.Kentucky. As in there are allot of Ohio drivers (more like kamikazes on wheels).

Having an Ohio driver fly by you going 100+ miles mph partly in your lane is ******** annoying.:evil:

I turned 16 in February and I'm still a little nervous, but not as much as before. I spaced out when I 1st started driving but then I learned how to drive stick and it's a lot easier to focus because you really don't have much of a choice.

No, I love driving.

Yea, I can relate.. I'm actually terrible at decision making in roads.. I rather drive a tank to be honest. I'm going on 22, I've had my license since 18 and I've never driven outside of learning and the exam.

I enjoy driving. Just have problems with directions at times.

I am a bit, I am 16, I could have easily got mine by now, but I've been in 3 car accidents throughout my life so far.

I have never had an interest in driving, and have not driven by myself once, despite being a year past the image limit, but I can agree to an extent. Whenever I am in a car I sometimes feel anxious about the driver crashing; I've seen many images of the results of car crashes and I do not want to end up like that. ;___;

18 here been driving consistently since i was 16 and daily since 17. nervous at first man cant lie but damn, its like second nature to me now, chronic speeder here, 120-140 on highways all the time and slow drivers (people who actually go the limit) really get on my nerves. its not biggie after you drive for a bit but you will be nervous the first time for sure.

Im 16 and getting my permit soon, i couldnt get it because i had to get my birth certif. even when im not the one driving i still do all the things as if i were driving, looking both ways turning, shifting lanes i always look behind me, try this out i think it will help, and noticing the mistakes other people make, not using signals etc, i do this mainly because im sketched out from my parents driving, (tbh i KNOW i could drive better then my mom) she swerves a little bit, and whenever shes talking she always looks at me, ive had to tell her countless times to focus on the damn road, lol women drivers no survivors.

I don't know but.. I love driving so yeah. Maybe you haven't had enough practice and with time you will drive like nothing.

I am 17 and got my license in April, i was scared at first but now its nothing. Get your license and drive away from the fear.

No driving is awesome. It only takes about a month or so to get use to the road.

I'm not old enough to drive yet, but I'm kind of nervous about learning to drive. I also space out a lot, and I like to look around. >.>

TwilightTown15

▲ I'll be getting my license soon too. I take the test august 30th. I'm still learning and practising a lot with my parents. The thing I hate the most are the other drivers riding my butt all the time. Apparently they have a problem with other drivers going the speed limit. ▲