Tips Sahabat

How Long to Learn to Drive Until Proficient? Here Are Quick Tips!

09 April 2025
Berapa Lama Belajar Mobil

How long does it take to learn to drive a car until proficient? This question is often asked by beginner drivers. So how long? And are there any tips to speed up the learning process? For more details, please pay attention to the following review. 

How Long Does It Take to Learn to Drive a Car Until Proficient? 

Referring to Article 13 Paragraph 1 of the Minister of Transportation's Decree No. 36 of 1994 regarding Motor Vehicle Driving, someone learning to drive a car must receive a minimum of 80 hours and a maximum of 100 hours of lessons, with a practice portion of 45 minutes for each hour of driving lessons. This regulation is used as a standard by driving training or driving course institutions. 

Usually, driving course institutions provide 10 to 12 meetings for beginners learning to drive. However, this rule does not guarantee that someone will quickly understand how to drive a car. Whether someone learns to drive quickly or not depends on their interest or anxiety management while driving. 

Quick Tips for Learning to Drive 

To speed up the process of learning to drive until proficient, beginner drivers can apply the following tips.

1. Learn the features of the car first

Before you learn to drive a car, it is advisable to study the features of the car first. The transmission lever is one of the most important features you must learn. By understanding it, you will know how to shift gears correctly and smoothly. 

Next, also understand the function of each car pedal, from the gas pedal, clutch to the brake. Not only that, but other features such as indicators and safety features also need to be studied. 

2. Learn with a mentor or instructor

Learning to drive accompanied by a mentor or instructor is an important step in speeding up the learning process. With the presence of a mentor, the learning stages will be more structured. 

3. Practice regularly according to schedule

The third tip, you need to practice according to the schedule set by the training or driving course institution. Because consistency is the key to successful learning. 

4. Learn the basics of driving

Next tip, learn the basics of driving. Starting from the correct sitting position, the correct foot position, adjustments on the rearview mirror, pedal usage techniques, to signaling. By understanding these driving basics, you will master them, and your skills will also develop. 

5. Try practicing driving in all conditions

If you want to quickly become proficient at learning to drive, you need to drive in various situations and conditions. From flat road surfaces, slightly bumpy, to challenging road terrains. Also, learn about quiet and congested road conditions, or weather conditions from sunny to rainy. This way, your feeling will become sharper, and your driving skills will improve.

6. Always pay attention to safety

The last tip, always pay attention to your safety while driving. It is advisable to always wear a seatbelt when you start driving. Next, obey all traffic rules in effect, and avoid actions that can distract your concentration while driving, such as playing with your phone or eating. Always make safety your top priority when driving.

Thus, a review of the time needed to learn to drive until proficient and tips to speed up the learning time. Don't forget to also pay attention to the condition of the car you use for learning, ensure that the car you use is in prime condition to avoid the risk of accidents. To keep it in prime condition, always service your car at an official Daihatsu workshop.

Others Tips Sahabat
Penyebab Mobil Tidak Bisa Distarter Tapi Aki Bagus dan Tips Mengatasinya
Causes of a Car That Won't Start But the Battery is Good and Tips to Overcome It
When a car is difficult or unable to start at all, it is usually caused by a dead battery. But what about a car that cannot start even though the battery is good? Why can this condition occur? Instead
xenia sejak awal
List of Xenia Types Since First Released
The Daihatsu Xenia was first released in 2003, and even at the beginning of its debut, the Xenia type has captivated hearts due to its advantages.At its debut, was available in three types: Mi, Li, a
Cara Cek Pajak Kendaraan Jambi Secara Online, Termudah!
4 Ways to Check Vehicle Tax in Jambi Online, Easiest!
Checking vehicle tax in Jambi can now be done quickly and easily without the need to queue anymore. There are several ways to check vehicle tax in Jambi online that you need to know. The complete meth
Cara Cek Plat Nomor Jatim dan Nama Pemiliknya, Mudah!
How to Check Jatim License Plate Number and Owner's Name, Easy!
How to check the Jatim license plate is something you need to know if you want to buy a used vehicle in East Java. This is useful to avoid fraud because you can find out the identity of the original o
© Copyright 2025 PT Astra Daihatsu Motor. All rights reserved
Privacy Policy
Contact Us