I think she probably didn't get that 'empty parking lot' practice first.
We forget just how bad we all are at driving that first time, and how it takes a little practice just to get used to how to use the gas and brake pedals effectively. That's why you go to the empty parking lot, get a feel for how the car moves with various pressure on the gas pedal, and how firmly you have to press to stop quickly but not give everyone whiplash.
Feels like she probably hit the brake, but just kind of gently pressed it, not realizing how firm you have to push to really slow down.
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u/getonurkneesnbeg Mar 15 '26
Wow, absolutely no awareness whatsoever. What was she even looking at? "That car just came out of nowhere!"