Have you ever gotten into a new vehicle and thought to yourself, "This seems different." If that's the case, you're not alone! Many people share this sentiment, especially when renting an SUV or automobile for their vacation. However, half of the fun is driving something new and better, and we in no way advocate that you stick to what you know. We'll share some helpful hints in this article to help you drive an automobile that isn't in line with your regular style or preferences.

Type Of The Car

Cars can differ not just in terms of the functions they offer, but also in terms of their shape and size, whether they're a compact car, a sedan, or an SUV. If you're renting a sedan for the first time, keep in mind that the vehicle is longer, so be extra cautious when reversing or changing lanes. With hatchbacks and SUVs, you'll need to allow enough room behind your vehicle, especially while parallel parking, to easily access the back door.

Number of Doors

Three-door automobiles have larger front doors than five-door vehicles, which is something to bear in mind while opening your doors while parked next to other vehicles.

Automatic or Manual

If you're used to driving an automatic, you might find driving a manual car challenging at first. You'll have to get used to not only handling the stick shift, but you might find that taking off in a manual car is a completely other feeling. If you're parked on an incline and want to stop the car from rolling back, use your handbrakes. If you're used to driving a manual, you might not find driving an automatic to be that difficult. However, keep in mind that these don't have clutch pedals, so you could notice something isn't quite right at first.

Car Indicators

While most vehicles come with the same set of driving instruments, regardless of whether they are automatic or manual, the location of these instruments varies from vehicle to vehicle. The indicator switch, which is located on the left side of some cars and on the right side of others, is perhaps the biggest offender in this respect. While it may seem perplexing at first, you should be able to figure it out quickly.

Conclusion

Before you set out on your road trip in your newly purchased rental automobile, make sure you know where all of the important components are situated. Also, make sure that everything works, from the wipers to the lights to the indicators. If you have any special queries about the car you want to rent, don't be afraid to ask them to your rental company.