It is absolutely wonderful and you no longer have to depend on taxis or Ubers when they fail or worry about peak pricing. You have that luxury and privacy to go where you want, when you want and with whom you want. It is like we are learning to drive for the first time, even though western expat women have all had driver's licenses for ages. The experience of being part of a historical moment is fascinating. Do you see many women driving on the roads? Till today, you will not see as many women as you might probably imagine on the roads. That is because there is a massive waiting list for the driving school for first time driver's. In addition, it is not cheap. It is anywhere from 2000 rials to complete a full driver's program and walk out with your first ever Saudi license. Overall, it is wonderful!
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