When the time comes where you may need to consider a bigger car - take the Honda CR-V for example. This car offers ample space for larger families, provides a good range (even with the hybrid version) and offers high-grade safety features to ensure your safety at all points of your journey. Take a look at our tips and tricks on how to drive a larger car - especially for those who have never driven one!
Why buy a bigger car?
There are many reasons people would buy a bigger car, especially if they have only ever driven smaller cars: people need more space for new additions to the family, some may feel safer in a bigger car or some may like the design of a bigger car. Whichever way people go, they may choose a Honda CR-V as their upgrade. The CR-V is a hybrid vehicle that is Honda’s answer to premium SUV ownership - a spacious, efficient car that can easily handle the daily commute or a long road trip. Some reasons you choose a bigger car include:
Space
Larger cars can provide you and your family with a lot more space - not just for the amount of people in your family, but also for legroom, headroom and additional boot space. If you’re planning a long holiday, a larger car can give you the ability to take a lot more luggage with you - if you like to pack large, this type of car could be for you. Some SUVs even come with roof racks, so you can install a roof box for extra space and storage.
Safety
For some people, bigger cars provide more safety on the road, especially on fast moving A-roads or motorways. Driving next to lorries or larger vehicles can be intimidating and big cars can help improve confidence. Honda has always been renowned for the safety of their vehicles and the CR-V is no exception - some safety features include Honda Sensing 360 which adds extra cameras and sensors around the car for 360 degrees of protection and the adaptive driving beam and active cornering lights to help you safely navigate in the dark.
Driving position
Driving in a larger vehicle can help to elevate your driving position. Cars like SUVs tend to have a higher suspension and taller bodies, they sit a lot higher off the ground than those of a hatchback or saloon. You may notice this when you drive along next to someone and notice you are sitting slightly taller than them. This elevation can help to provide a clearer view of the road and increase road presence as well.
Browse Honda CR-V's available now!
Tips for driving a bigger car
Whilst driving a bigger car than what you’re used to may seem like a daunting prospect, there are many simple ways to make it a lot easier:
Use your mirrors and sensors
Whilst this may seem obvious, using your mirrors and sensors can be a god-send when travelling around in a bigger vehicle as they tend to have more blind spots. When you first buy the car, you’ll need some time to get used to the size and elevation. Checking your mirrors ensures that you know what’s going on around you and your sensors will help you navigate through the city on narrow roads and park into tight gaps.
Think about the space you have
In a larger car, you will be taking up more space so it’s wise to be mindful when traversing on narrower, busier roads. The Honda CR-V comes with a range of safety features as we’ve discussed above, which will help immensely with getting used to car size. Of course, these won’t help when you're actually driving along and it’s important not to over- or under-correct, should you find yourself adjusting to the road. If you are travelling down roads that are much narrower and without markings, it’s important that you drive slower to mitigate the risk of an accident with another car.
Drive slowly
Whilst it may be tempting to take your new car out for a spin, it’s important to remember that you may not be used to its handling at the very beginning - larger cars may have a smaller turning circle, feel like a heavier drive and may even feel more cumbersome. It's not just the size of the car you’re getting used to - it’s the bulkiness as well. This is particularly important when you're driving along twisty and windy roads - full of sharp turns and curved roads. Take some time to get to know your car and you’ll feel much safer when you eventually take it out on longer trips.
Take a look at the Honda CR-V from Swansway
The Honda CR-V is an excellent choice for your next car if you’re looking for something on a larger scale. With a luxurious interior, Honda-standard safety features and a large battery for longer journeys, this could be the perfect SUV vehicle for you. Browse through our used Honda vehicles today to find your perfect used car deal or if you’d really like to treat yourself, take a look at our range of new Honda cars. If you’re unsure what you're looking for or would like more information about one of the vehicles you see on our website, don’t hesitate to get in touch with one of our team and we’d be happy to help you.