For a new driver

[MaximumSpeed]

My son is almost old enough to get a permit. We have access to both automatic transmission and standard. Which do you think would be better to use to get him started?

 

[JeepersCreepers]

I personally thought it was easier to learn on an automatic. There are less things to worry about and distract your attention from the road. If he has to shift and can't quite get it it will take his attention from where it should be.

 

[Alexus]

I learned with an automatic, but I have a hard time learning stick. I guess if you teach him stick, which in my opinion is harder, then it will be easier for him, since he doesn't know anything else. That way he can easily learn automatic.