There are only two types of driving environments we can encounter, perfect and not so perfect. We use two terms to describe these environments: ideal and adverse. Visibility is something that refers to the ability to see and be seen. There are a number of conditions that can contribute to poor visibility while driving. Do… Continue reading 4 Conditions That Cause Limited Visibility and How to Handle Them
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6 Factors That Contribute to Smooth Braking
Braking is a technique worth getting right. When properly executed, braking can ensure your safety, your passengers’ safety, and prolong the life of your vehicle. Who doesn’t like being safe and saving money? Learn how to be most efficient when coming to those four-way intersections. Here’s what you need to know to break smoothly and… Continue reading 6 Factors That Contribute to Smooth Braking
What You Need to Know About Sharing the Road with Emergency Vehicles
At any given moment we may share the road with a wide variety of things; Cars, 18 wheelers, tow trucks, animals, cyclist, emergency vehicles and more. How we drive must change based on this. Adjusting our driving to who we share the road with is just as important as adjusting our driving to adverse weather… Continue reading What You Need to Know About Sharing the Road with Emergency Vehicles
Using Your Senses While Driving (Besides Vision)
A large majority of the information you gather while driving is received through your eyes, such as the cars around you, traffic lights and signals, road construction, street signs, and so much more. Even though your sense of sight is crucial, you will still need to depend on other senses to identify any potential dangers… Continue reading Using Your Senses While Driving (Besides Vision)
Right Turn on Red: Top 3 Things You Need to Know
Red lights – we all dread them. Waiting around, especially when you’re in a hurry, is never ideal. But, as you approach a red light to take a right hand turn with no sign stating “No Turn On Red”, you’re lucky enough not to have to participate in the waiting game. Before you make your… Continue reading Right Turn on Red: Top 3 Things You Need to Know
Top 3 Safety Tips to Remember When Merging onto a Highway
When you first begin to drive, merging onto a highway may seem like a daunting task. Merging can be a complicated task but, like anything else, it takes time and practice to master. As a teenage driver, here are three helpful tips to remember when merging onto a highway: Use the entrance ramp… Continue reading Top 3 Safety Tips to Remember When Merging onto a Highway