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How do I get better at driving stick?

I really want to drive a manual car, but I can’t seem to get the hang of it. Everything I’ve tried so far hasn’t worked. What’s the best way to learn to drive a stick?

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Rob Shapiro · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Driving a car with a manual transmission can certainly be challenging, but you can do it! It just takes practice.
To get better at driving stick, try these five tips:
  1. Use the parking brake as this will help you park without rolling.
  2. Use the clutch pedal, which is necessary before shifting gears.
  3. When you stop, shift into neutral.
  4. Pay attention to your RPMs to avoid
    stalling
    or overheating your car.
  5. Don’t hold the shifter when you’re not shifting.
Don’t forget, practice makes perfect when it comes to driving stick.
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