Giving up driving.
Discussion
I’m thinking of giving up driving
I’m not happy about it but it’s far from the end of the world!
I’m really struggling to get my legs in the car but once I’m in it’s not to bad.
I have hand controls fitted but I can feel my left arm getting weaker and less mobile and this is making complicated manoeuvres a bit tricky.
I’m ok driving into town but I’ve got to admit it’s quite tiring as it takes 100% concentration now. Driving down the motorway would be fine but how many journeys are like that?
What really worries me now is that I’m not sure if I’m 100% certain I’d be safe controlling the car if something unexpected happens.
Ultimately I don’t really enjoy driving anymore. It’s to crowded and the days of solo early morning jaunts are long gone!
I’ve had some big bikes, some nice cars but the day to hand in my licence in is looming close!
I guess the point of this post is to put down in writing my determination to do this.
Cheer me up!
I’m not happy about it but it’s far from the end of the world!
I’m really struggling to get my legs in the car but once I’m in it’s not to bad.
I have hand controls fitted but I can feel my left arm getting weaker and less mobile and this is making complicated manoeuvres a bit tricky.
I’m ok driving into town but I’ve got to admit it’s quite tiring as it takes 100% concentration now. Driving down the motorway would be fine but how many journeys are like that?
What really worries me now is that I’m not sure if I’m 100% certain I’d be safe controlling the car if something unexpected happens.
Ultimately I don’t really enjoy driving anymore. It’s to crowded and the days of solo early morning jaunts are long gone!
I’ve had some big bikes, some nice cars but the day to hand in my licence in is looming close!
I guess the point of this post is to put down in writing my determination to do this.
Cheer me up!
cuprabob said:
In my.opinion it takes guts to admit when it's time to stop driving.
Do what is best for you and good luck
This x100 ... we all know loads of people who are the same and more often than not considerably worse who won’t admit they shouldn’t be on the road anymore - massive kudos to knowing and admitting itDo what is best for you and good luck
It shouldn’t come to a fatal accident to realise this truth like it often does.
Funny thing is that it feels like a weights lifting of my shoulders
The navigatings a good idea but practically it wouldn’t work. I still have to get there and once in the car I’d struggle to hold a map. We’d be in Asda car park within minutes!
I’ve got no immediate plans to sell the Cougar. Tbh it’s no drivers car and the enjoyment I get is from looking at it and polishing it. Luckily we’ve enough money to pay someone to do jobs as crawling under cars is not a good idea anymore for me if I want to ever get up again
When I got I made sure the Wife liked it so she’s happy to do the driving while I try and look cool!
The navigatings a good idea but practically it wouldn’t work. I still have to get there and once in the car I’d struggle to hold a map. We’d be in Asda car park within minutes!
I’ve got no immediate plans to sell the Cougar. Tbh it’s no drivers car and the enjoyment I get is from looking at it and polishing it. Luckily we’ve enough money to pay someone to do jobs as crawling under cars is not a good idea anymore for me if I want to ever get up again
When I got I made sure the Wife liked it so she’s happy to do the driving while I try and look cool!
Eyersey1234 said:
Good luck. It takes guts to admit you don't feel safe driving any more. Too many times people keep driving when they are not up to it and then cause a crash.
This.Despite all the stress of driving in the 21st Century and the expense of car ownership these days I guess what most of us love about our cars is the freedom they give us to go where we want when we want and that is something that I can't imagine not being able to do. Ultimately the day will arrive when we will all have to hang up the car keys for good and that is something I dread. I suppose the only thing is that before long we won't need to actually "drive" a car but even so I will still miss it.
stuartmmcfc said:
I’m thinking of giving up driving
I’m not happy about it but it’s far from the end of the world!
I’m really struggling to get my legs in the car but once I’m in it’s not to bad.
I have hand controls fitted but I can feel my left arm getting weaker and less mobile and this is making complicated manoeuvres a bit tricky.
I’m ok driving into town but I’ve got to admit it’s quite tiring as it takes 100% concentration now. Driving down the motorway would be fine but how many journeys are like that?
What really worries me now is that I’m not sure if I’m 100% certain I’d be safe controlling the car if something unexpected happens.
Ultimately I don’t really enjoy driving anymore. It’s to crowded and the days of solo early morning jaunts are long gone!
I’ve had some big bikes, some nice cars but the day to hand in my licence in is looming close!
I guess the point of this post is to put down in writing my determination to do this.
Cheer me up!
Respect to you sir. It takes guts.I’m not happy about it but it’s far from the end of the world!
I’m really struggling to get my legs in the car but once I’m in it’s not to bad.
I have hand controls fitted but I can feel my left arm getting weaker and less mobile and this is making complicated manoeuvres a bit tricky.
I’m ok driving into town but I’ve got to admit it’s quite tiring as it takes 100% concentration now. Driving down the motorway would be fine but how many journeys are like that?
What really worries me now is that I’m not sure if I’m 100% certain I’d be safe controlling the car if something unexpected happens.
Ultimately I don’t really enjoy driving anymore. It’s to crowded and the days of solo early morning jaunts are long gone!
I’ve had some big bikes, some nice cars but the day to hand in my licence in is looming close!
I guess the point of this post is to put down in writing my determination to do this.
Cheer me up!
Fair play, sir. I admire your decision.
Great idea to still get out and about with someone else driving. I had a very active friend who turned to enjoying his sportscar from the passenger seat after suffering a stroke. If you still have enthusiasm for cars, maybe there are other 'experiences' you can do?
Great idea to still get out and about with someone else driving. I had a very active friend who turned to enjoying his sportscar from the passenger seat after suffering a stroke. If you still have enthusiasm for cars, maybe there are other 'experiences' you can do?
stuartmmcfc said:
Funny thing is that it feels like a weights lifting of my shoulders
The navigatings a good idea but practically it wouldn’t work. I still have to get there and once in the car I’d struggle to hold a map. We’d be in Asda car park within minutes!
I enjoy exploring new places (especially scenic or interesting places) as much as hoofing it along a B-road. Sometimes I wish I had a navigator.The navigatings a good idea but practically it wouldn’t work. I still have to get there and once in the car I’d struggle to hold a map. We’d be in Asda car park within minutes!
I can't believe I'm the only one who would sometimes enjoy having a navigator and some company on a long scenic drive.
Actually, I know I'm not because my wife likes me to navigate for her on scenic drives, although she doesn't navigate much for me because she freely admits she's not particularly good at it. Hence my Swift Sport is equipped with an additional satnav in addition to its inbuilt one, for when I go off exploring by myself.
On scenic drives the navigator doesn't want to be too busy otherwise they spend too much time looking at the map and not enough time watching the scenery. Therefore it might not matter if you struggle to hold a map. Besides, some of the most interesting journeys I've had were when I was lost or where I took a 'best guess' route just for the fun of it.
Unfortunately, i reckon you've answered your own question here. Ultimately, only YOU know how far you can go with it and carry on driving for. Why not maybe try driving a bit less than you already do? Give it a good think over and don't rush to hand your license back. Once it's done, it's done.
I really feel for you mate. But, as others have said on here, it's not the end of the world. Being a car guy isn't all about driving, it's just the love of cars. You can still go to events and meets and such. Much respect too for being able to admit you're struggling and ask for help. Maybe there's many years left?
Regardless of your decision and the outcome, chin up and stay safe
I really feel for you mate. But, as others have said on here, it's not the end of the world. Being a car guy isn't all about driving, it's just the love of cars. You can still go to events and meets and such. Much respect too for being able to admit you're struggling and ask for help. Maybe there's many years left?
Regardless of your decision and the outcome, chin up and stay safe
Good on you. My late grandfather drove tanks in WW2, then spent a long career driving heavy plant and HGVs round the world. He got to 80 and gave up driving voluntarily as he was well aware his reactions weren't what they used to be.
There's an old bloke my parents know, who is in his 90's. He is a complete liability, but refuses to stop driving. He even still tows a small caravan behind his wheezy Ford Focus to go away on holiday. He really should not be on the road.
There's an old bloke my parents know, who is in his 90's. He is a complete liability, but refuses to stop driving. He even still tows a small caravan behind his wheezy Ford Focus to go away on holiday. He really should not be on the road.
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