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The Learner Car

 

 
 

Like all The AA driving school instructors, I use a Ford Focus.

Not to put too fine a point on it, this is the perfect car to learn to drive in. It's medium sized, with a medium sized engine, and has all the usual refinements you would expect, such as power steering, air conditioning and anti-lock brakes. It's a completely standard car except for the addition of dual controls, which mean I can keep you out of trouble if you go a bit astray.

My point is, this is the perfect example of an average car. It will do what you ask it to do without fuss or foibles, and if you learn to drive in this you will be well prepared to drive any normal car.

Specification

  • 1.6L engine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Five doors
  • Heated front and back screens
  • Driver's airbag
  • Electric door mirror adjuster
  • Power steering
  • Fog lamps
  • Seat height adjuster
  • Pollen filters
  • Dual-controls
  • Electric windows