Safety Tips to Help Keep You and Your Passengers Safe
None wants to admit to being a distracted driver. However, you have talked, eaten, and texted while on the road. It does not take much of your attention to be distracted or diverted. Do you know that human beings have a shorter attention span as compared to goldfish? Your short span and distracted driving while on the road can prove reckless.
It is estimated that nine people die daily in car crashes where distracted driving is the main cause. To be a safer driver, you should keep in mind these safety tips.
Buckle Up
Although this is a common tip, buckling your seatbelt is quite essential. Recent studies show that a seat belt helps save thousands of lives each year. It is estimated that over 85% of Americans wear seat belts. However, some passengers and drivers do not take the risk seriously and do not wear seatbelts. As soon as you enter the vehicle, make sure to put on your seatbelt. Also, remind your passengers.
Put Your Cell Phone Away
It is quite tempting to reach out for your phone when it rings. Unfortunately, that is unsafe and against the law in certain states. You should note that phones have a feature called flight mode, and others have Do Not Disturb While Driving. The feature sends your callers an automated message informing them that you are driving. In this way, you can stay focused on the road.
Use Left Lane for Passing
You need to be considerate to other road users by driving in the appropriate lane and then use the left one for passing. Moreover, you can be fined or given a ticket if you ride in the left lane without the intention of passing. When you are on the left lane without the intention of passing, you may make other drivers try to pass on right, thereby making a dangerous move. Also, causing traffic buildup is a safety hazard.
Do Not Drive Too Closely
You should avoid driving too closely to the vehicle that is ahead of you. Although you may be tempted to rush somewhere, you may end up putting your life, and others lives at risk. For instance, if the driver ahead of you hits their brake abruptly, you may have minimal time to stop safely. Therefore, you should leave the adequate room so that you have a few seconds to stop.…
