Practice Makes Perfect

The worst thing one can do is not drive frequently enough right after they pass the test. Your license is just the starting point — you've got years of driving, parking, and overtaking ahead of you. Step out of your comfort zone and get behind the steering wheel!

Depending on your age, you may have to have an experienced driver with you. This is excellent, but don't take anyone's experience for granted. Try to find the person who is patient enough to point out potential dangers as well your good points. Don't go for a ride with someone who is sure to make you even more nervous, consequently disturbing you, the driver, who isn't familiar with anti-anxiety techniques.

Don't know a person like that? There is no shame in taking few more lessons with your driving instructor. You can even set yourself some challenging driving goals.

Remain Focused

Blasting music out of your windows or having a heated discussion about last night out with your bestie while driving seems like the best ride ever. However, will you still be concentrated enough to spot the problematic situations ahead?

A good driver thinks in advance, soaking in their environment, predicting other drivers' behavior. In the beginning, it may be challenging to get excited yet remain focused on the road. In your case, omit any distractions. Unless it's really urgent, you needn't take that phone call — or you can pull over and call back.

Surviving Parking Nightmare

Newbie drivers usually get all flustered when it comes to finding the perfect parking spot. Finding a free one isn't the only requirement — you want it to fit other criteria, such as definitely having enough space for comfortable maneuvering. Taking into consideration the fact that you still need to get used to estimating parking dimensions, this is just fine.

To master the technique fast, the suggested extra driving lessons will be most helpful. Also, another helpful life hack would be installing a back up alarm on your car.

Drive Safely Without Tailgating

You'll get wherever you want to faster if you keep the right distance between you and the vehicle in front of you. Those couple of inches won't make much of a difference in how fast you come to the destination, but they can be responsible for having your first car accident.

Moreover, tailgating makes people anxious — both the driver in front of you, and yourself. Anxiety may turn into rage should an incident occur, so keep your distance and you'll arrive safely wherever you are headed.

Get Some Rest

If you've decided you're going to practice today, but you feel the urge to have a nap, don't fight it. A new driver shouldn't expose themselves to dangerous situations. Allowing yourself not to have complete attention while on the road is definitely reckless.