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If you were given a chance to choose between performance and Luxury cars, which would you choose? Veteran drivers would be able to answer this in a heartbeat since they already know what they want. For new driver's license holders, however, it could be something that could have them scratching their heads and even if they think hard about it, there's still a chance they'd end up selecting an unsuitable type of car. If you are a new driver yourself and you'd rather play it safe, here are a few essential tips to keep in mind. Go automatic. First of all, driving an automatic is a lot easier than driving a stick. With an automatic, you would not have to worry about switching gears at the right time. And because driving an automatic is easier, you are less prone to panic if you find yourself possibly facing an accident. Speaking of accidents, you should also ensure that whichever car you buy – may it be a Performance car or something else – it should be equipped with accident-proof accessories. Think beyond seatbelts and airbags. Consider having a rearview CCTV camera attached as well as a car alarm system for starters. This may cost extra money, but it always, always pays to keep safe! Run on diesel. There are several reasons why new driver's license holders would benefit more from driving a diesel car. First and foremost, diesel is cheaper to buy, which means you can afford to take a few wrong turns without running empty. Being bad in directions may not always go hand in hand with new driver's license holders, but there's also no denying that a new driver does tend to miss a turn or make a wrong one when they're panicking. Think about how many passengers you can take. Generally speaking, Performance cars are larger and are, thus, able to take in more passengers than luxury models. A large vehicle is ideal if what you're going to drive will or may serve as the family car as well. This way, you get to save on gas by carpooling instead of spending twice for the gas when driving separately. Think about how much luggage it can take. When considering the size of a car, most people forget to think about the size of its storage compartment. That's a shame and especially if you like to travel often and would thus need a car with at least an above average trunk or size of compartment. Think about the specific type of vehicle you'll drive. Many people nowadays consider SUVs as an ideal "starter" car. As a compromise between larger vehicles and sedans, SUVs offer more space and comfort without the usual hassles you're confronted with when driving a car. Go for a test drive. Finally, no selection process is complete without an actual test drive. Admittedly, some retailers or distributors may express concern about having a new driver's license holder handling a superb car, but they'll eventually give in anyway. But when they do, don't let it get to your head and go speeding! If you do, you might just find yourself test driving an accident as well.
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