I few upto Chicago to buy mine and drove it 5-6 hrs home. Got use to it pretty quick but I think it mighta been the best thing for me. I was on a strait highway for hours so I just took it easy most the way but got on it here and there. In the city I took it real easy, drove the speed limit and babied the car, didnt want to get myself in to trouble. So I'd say the highway is the best place for a first time driver. Stay away from traffic and just drive.. Enjoy and congratz, your gonna love it! Later, John