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Again, not much choice here. Every vehicle option is a stick

so her choices are learn to drive a stick or buy a car on her own. The car I'm willing to provide is a stick.

I also think it is a good idea for a new driver. Being new at driving a stick forces you to actually concentrate on driving. The anxiety of stalling at a stoplight beats the urge to check your phone or fiddle with the stereo.

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Posted: 07/03/2020 at 6:40PM

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