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Everyday, thousands of us take our car and drive. You might be a good driver, or a lucky driver and you always drive safely and arrive safely. However, there are always a few more tips that can keep you even safer. Following are 10 tips about how to drive safely and arrive safely, you should consider.
Drive safely tip #1: Phone
There is a good reason why most states (and countries) don’t allow you to use your cell phone while driving. Have you ever asked yourself why? It is obvious; you are not paying as much attention to the road and what’s going on around you, as you should. An intense discussion is very distracting and can cause you to miss a stop sign or not break early enough.
Use hand-free gadgets so that you can keep both of your hands on the wheel and turn your head as needed to see what is coming. Oh, and by the way, no phone means NO phone at all. So no texting, no emails… not even reading them! We didn’t have them before, and we were able to wait until we got to a computer. If you really need to check your emails regularly, or concentrate on your important phone call, take a break, stop somewhere and do it then.
Drive safely tip #2: Sleepiness
Even though you might think you are different from the rest of us and know your limits, make sure to rest and take the needed breaks when driving; especially when you are going to be on the road for a while. As soon as you start yawning regularly, it becomes hard to focus on the road and it might be time to take a break. It is better to take you a bit longer to get to your destination, with breaks to rest, and arrive safely than take the risk to lose control of your vehicle and hurt yourself or someone else. People always give you advice on things to do to stay alert; but remember sometimes it is just better to park and sleep for a while.
Drive safely tip #3: Safety Distance
Another thing to remember that reduced the risk of accidents, is the distance you must keep between you and the driver ahead you. It allows you to break safely if the person ahead breaks at the last minute and it allows you to see what’s coming.
Drive safely tip #4: Seatbelt
Always wear your seat belt, no matter how far you are going. It is there to protect you, and if every car has one, there must be a good reason! When you wear it, wear it the right way. Once again, if it is made to hold your shoulder and hips, it has been studied to work best during collision, so follow the rules!
Drive safely tip #5: Speed
Don’t drive faster than you need to. Why? Well, because it gives you better control of your car and because if something happens, you are less likely to get hurt. Think about the environment too. When driving fast you burn more gas and create more pollution. So it is not safe for you and on the long term for our planet. Don’t drive to slow either. You block people which sometimes can create road rage, a very important factor for accident. Be consistent with your speed and follow the movement around you.
Drive safely tip #6: Prepare your Car
Just following all the rules on the road is not enough to drive safely. You must make sure your car is safe as well. What does that mean? It means make sure you have the proper tire pressure for a better grip on the road. Check your oil and coolant to avoid overheating. Keep your lights clean and change them when needed so that people can see you, and so that you can have a good night vision. Verify your blinkers work properly, so that people following you know when you turn.
Drive safely tip #7: Stop at turnouts
When you drive you face a lot of angry drivers. On curvy roads, instead of making people wait behind you and test their patience, pull out and use turnouts. Remember the rule: as soon as 7 cars are behind you, you ought to let them pass. And if you are lost or searching for an address, don’t bother other drivers. It is okay to slow down, but stay on the side and let people pass without creating a dangerous hazard.
Drive safely tip #8: Animals
Be aware, that depending on where you are driving, animals can cross the road. If you are used to drive in the city this might surprise you, but pay attention to signs for animals crossing. Even though your car is a big strong metal carcass, you will be surprised by the impact a deer can have on your car. If a cat or other small animals cross the road, don’t try to avoid them. As horrible this sounds, you can do more damage to your passengers or the car coming in front of you, while trying to save our four legged friends. Also keep in mind that animals in the animals in the passenger area can be a danger, too. Your beloved dog could get freaked out by something, such as honking horn, blinking lights or similar things, and jump in between the driver’s legs.
Drive safely tip #9: Snow and Ice
To drive safely in the snow or on ice requires practice. Weather conditions affect the safety of the road tremendously. When driving on snow, don’t go fast and stay in second gear. Your tires don’t have the same grip as they usually have on dry roads and you can slide a lot faster. Use snow chains when it is advised. Be focused, and must stay aware of the road conditions, look out for ice and anticipate. Remember that ice forms faster on bridges and in forests, so watch out where you are driving. Change your way of breaking; it is easy to lose control of your vehicle on the snow. Always slow down before entering a turn and accelerate slowly at mid turn to keep the back of your car from sliding.
Drive safely tip #10: DUI
Don’t drink and drive. It is that simple. Drive safely for you and keep the roads safe for others. If you can’t see straight or remember the name of your date, call a cab or get a friend to pick you up! Don’t let your drunk friends convince you they are good to drive either. Have a designated driver. It is worth waiting for a safe driver to get you than paying for a ticket for Drinking Under the Influence. Did you know that more than creating danger for others on the road, getting caught drinking and driving has consequences in your life for the next 10 years? Because of a DUI you can miss great job or education opportunities. You will have to pay a lot more than that Taxicab you didn’t take. You have a police record for 10 years! So know your limits and keep the roads safe.
Roads are the most populated part of town. By not following these tips to drive safely and arrive safely, you risk your life and the lives of others. So be smart and keep the roads safe.





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Safety Tip # 1 for Winter Driving – Distances and speed
Remember on snowy and icy road to always break before a turn and accelerate slowly in the middle of the turn.
- Clean your windows: keep you windows clear and clean. This means in case of ice to get it off all your windows and even your side mirrors. In case of snow clean your car. Do not leave snow of the roof of your car. This is very dangerous as the snow can slide on your windshield and “blind” you. You need to make sure you have all the visibility necessary and avoid any incident affecting it.
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Numbers: When you start driving and looking for directions, you will realize that highways and freeways have numbers. The numbering system is very thought through and can facilitate your driving experience in the USA. Freeways with even numbers go from east to west. The lower numbers are in the South and increase as you move toward the North. For example if you take the 8 E (8 East) you are taking the Interstate 8 driving toward east in south California. Odd numbers are for freeways going South to North and the numbers increase as you go from the West coast to the East Coast ( e.g : I-5 in California, I – 95 in Florida). On maps when you read 3 digits numbers indicating a road, it’s a highway. If it starts with an even number ( such as 405) it usually connects major freeways, when it start with an odd number ( as 705) it usually connect a city to a freeway.
Parking: If you drive in the USA, you also need to know the rules about parking. Parking can be tricky. Familiarize yourself with the color codes painted on the side walks for parking zones: Red: don’t stop don’t park, not even the back of your car should be in the red; White: loading zone for passengers; Yellow: commercial loading zone; Blue: reserved for disabled persons; Green: short term parking. Don’t think you can get away with it, they will tow your car, and it will cost you a lot to get it back. Also, make sure you respect the time limit for your parking zone. Even if you “refill” your meter, you are not allowed to park in the same spot longer than indicated. They will mark your tires and write down your license plate, so rather look for another spot. Then once you are parked, make sure your tires are turned the right way. If you park on a hill facing down, your tires should be turn toward the side of the road, and if facing up hill, turn your front tires away from the curb. On a flat street, you should always make sure you parked all your wheels parallel to the curb. If you don’t follow those rules you can get a ticket. Also, make sure to read the signs on the street where you park. Street cleaning is organized on different days and times, and parking on one side of the street is forbidden on those days. You will receive a ticket or be towed if you do not respect this.
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