Just a few years ago, if you asked someone what kind of car they wanted to learn driving in, the answer was almost always manual. Fast forward to 2025, and things have taken a major turn. Today, a growing number of learner drivers – especially Gen Z and Millennials – are choosing automatic cars for their driving lessons. At Vikas Driving School, we’ve seen a 60% increase in requests for automatic driving lessons in just the past year. But what’s driving this shift? Let’s explore.
🔄 Manual vs Automatic: A Quick Recap
Manual cars require the driver to shift gears using a clutch and gearstick. It’s more hands-on and requires strong coordination.
Automatic cars, on the other hand, do the gear shifting for you. You simply choose between Park, Drive, Reverse, and Neutral — making it easier for beginners to focus on the road.
🧠 Why Automatic Cars Are Winning in 2025
1. Easier for First-Time Learners
For most people, the hardest part of learning to drive is gear control and using the clutch properly. Automatic cars remove this stress, allowing learners to:
- Focus more on steering, mirrors, and traffic rules
- Build road confidence faster
- Feel less anxious behind the wheel
2. Electric Cars Are Almost Always Automatic
With electric vehicles (EVs) booming in 2025, more people are preparing for the future of driving. Since EVs don’t have gears like traditional cars, they’re all automatic. Learning automatic now makes the transition to electric cars easier later.
3. City Traffic is Easier with Automatic
In cities like Melbourne, where traffic can be hectic, driving a manual car can get tiring. Constant gear shifting, especially in stop-and-go traffic, isn’t ideal. Automatic cars make city driving smoother and less stressful.
4. Faster Learning, Quicker Licensing
Because automatic cars are easier to control, many students learn faster, need fewer lessons, and feel ready for their driving test sooner. That means saving time and money while still becoming a safe, confident driver.
5. More Inclusive Driving
For learners with physical disabilities, anxiety issues, or coordination challenges, automatic cars offer a more accessible and comfortable way to learn driving.
🏫 How Vikas Driving School is Adapting
At Vikas Driving School, we understand that every learner is different. That’s why we now offer customised packages for both manual and automatic lessons.
✅ Our automatic cars are equipped with the latest features and designed for a smooth, stress-free learning experience.
✅ Whether you’re nervous, new, or switching from manual, our friendly instructors offer calm, step-by-step guidance tailored just for you.
🤔 But What If I Want to Drive a Manual Car Later?
No problem. Learning automatic now doesn’t stop you from learning manual in the future. In fact, many of our students start with automatic to build confidence, then switch to manual if they need it for work or travel.
Remember: Confidence first, complexity later. And we’re here to support you every step of the way.
🚀 Final Thoughts
In 2025, automatic cars aren’t just a trend — they’re quickly becoming the new standard. Whether you’re preparing for electric cars, want a smoother driving experience, or just want to learn faster, automatic is a smart, future-ready choice.
At Vikas Driving School, we make your driving journey simple, safe, and stress-free — no matter what type of car you choose. So book your Automatic driving lessons in Melbourne with us.
📞 Want to Try Driving an Automatic?
Book your first Automatic driving lessons in Melbourne with us today and experience the difference.
📱 Call us: +61 451 456 666
🌐 Visit: www.vikasdrivingschool.com.au
📍 Serving: All Melbourne suburbs
