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Where Should You Place Your Hands on the Steering Wheel?
When you’re learning to drive, steering can seem simple: hold the wheel and turn it when you need to. But your hand position can make a big difference to how smoothly and safely you control the car. For most modern vehicles, placing your hands around the 9 o’clock and 3 o’clock positions gives you a…
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DO you know your Australian license restriction
Your driver’s license doesn’t just say you can drive — it says exactly what you can drive. Get familiar with your code before your first solo trip, and you’ll avoid the one mistake that catches beginners off guard.
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Best First Cars for Beginner Drivers in Australia (2026 Guide)
Astra Driving Academy Best first cars for beginner drivers in Australia A practical 2026 guide for learner and P-plate drivers — what actually matters when you’re choosing your first car, and four popular models worth researching properly. Book a driving lesson Jump to the checklist ↓ P First car. First rules. Let’s get them right.…
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