Steering

When you’re learning to drive, practise steering your vehicle (at low speed at first) while keeping about 1 metre (3 feet) from the kerb.

Look well ahead, not just at the front of your vehicle. Keep your movements steady and smooth. Never make a sudden or jerky action while steering.

Steering with one hand

When you can steer a straight course with both hands on the steering wheel, try steering with only one hand.

The reason for practising steering with one hand isn’t so that you can always drive like that. It’s because there are times when you’ll only have one hand free for steering – for example, when you’re changing gear or operating a control.

Stiffen your arm slightly to help you steer a straight course without pulling the wheel down or swerving. Practise with each hand.