5 Really Good Reasons Why You Should Learn To Drive

Should you get your driver’s license in 2022? This post gives 5 good reasons why you should learn to drive.

Should I learn to drive?

Since you’re reading this, that’s probably a question you’ve asked many times before.

In the age of Uber, Lyft, taxis, buses, bikes and trains, the need to learn how to drive is becoming less and less urgent for some.

Learning to drive can be difficult and cars are expensive.

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And besides, why drive when someone or something else can get you to where you want to go? 

Many are wondering: Is learning to drive worth it?

Our answer is a big yes!

When you learn how to drive, you unlock a variety of benefits that you have for life.

So, what are the benefits of driving?

Well, there are many reasons why you should learn to drive. We list 5 of our favorites below.

Reasons Why You Should Learn To Drive

1. You should learn to drive for independence

One of the greatest reasons to get your driver’s license is for the independence it gives you.

When you can’t drive, you are dependent on other people to get you where you need to go.

You are limited by the schedule of the bus or train and by the plans and schedule of any other person who could drive you.

You can’t pick up and drive yourself to the mall or beach or a restaurant if you wanted to, and woe to you if you’re running late for work or school or some other event. 

Maybe you’re thinking that you can easily take some form of a taxi to get to your destination. 

While that is true, you are still dependent on your driver. 

You are dependent on their driving skills, on their trustworthiness, on their mood, and even on their music!

Of course, most people end up with really professional and pleasant drivers… but some people aren’t that lucky.

When you get your license you can take yourself where you want or need to go, on your time and on your terms.

You’re not dependent on anyone else.

2. Knowing How to Drive Gives You Convenience

Another good reason you should learn to drive is for the convenience.

At any time of day, you are free to go where you please.

Raining? No problem. No need to worry about wearing the right shoes or getting wet or worrying if you don’t know where your umbrella is.

Flooding? You can still get there.

Hungry at 4am? No biggie.

Zombie apocalypse? Say no more.

On a serious note, the convenience that comes with being able to drive is so so beneficial.

Your car becomes your personal space with lots of available storage.

You don’t have to worry about carrying a heavy bag around or have to pay to have your groceries delivered.

You can bring along an extra pair of shoes if you want to or just about anything else you’d like.

Being able to drive is much more convenient than not being able to.

3. Driving Gives You Safety

Safety is yet another good reason to get your drivers’ license.

In the comfort of your own car, you don’t need to worry about the creepy person with you on the bus or train or the reckless driving skills of someone else.

You can drive at a speed you feel comfortable, with no unwanted passengers.

4. Driving is Important for Emergencies

Those last 3 tips were all relevant to people who have their drivers’ license and a car.

But what if you can’t buy your own car?

Or what if you don’t want to get a car because of parking issues or some other reason.

Should you still learn to drive?

The answer is yes!

Learning to drive is an essential skill that can even save your or your loved ones in the event of an emergency.

Imagine… It’s late at night and your loved one is feeling seriously ill and needs to go to the hospital.

 Or the person who is supposed to take you home is a bit more than tipsy. 

Or someone driving you is suddenly unable to go on. 

And we’ve all seen those movies where the victim is able to jump into a vehicle and drive away before their attacker can get to them.

These are just a few examples where knowing how to drive is more than useful.

Can you imagine what you would do in those situations if there was a car but you were not able to drive?

We don’t mean to scare you, but these are real life scenarios that have happened to others before you. 

Rather than feeling helpless, in those situations, learning to drive allows you to feel confident driving you and your loved ones to safety.

(If you’d like, check out this (sad) story about an 8 and 6-year-old who had to drive to safety after their father was shot.)

5. Knowing How to Drive is Great for Adventures

The fifth and one of the best reasons you should learn to drive is because it opens up a whole new world to you. 

Literally!

Remember how Jasmine and Aladdin got to see so many wonderful things on that magic carpet?

Well, getting your drivers’ license gives you access to your own ‘magic carpet’. 

Whether you have your own car or you have to rent one, knowing how to drive allows you to visit places you could never go on foot or by bus.

You could even take a road trip with friends, go on a car date, or drive to your favorite spot alone, just to relax.

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You can have so many amazing experiences once you master the skill of driving.

Conclusion

So there you have it — our top 5 reasons you should get your driver’s license in 2022! 

We hope at least one of them convinced you that learning to drive is an essential and beneficial skill to have, whether you plan to get a car or not.

Can you think of any other reasons why you should learn to drive?

Let us know in the comments!

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