Defensive Driving Can Reduce Motor Vehicle Deaths
The number of fatalities due to car accidents throughout the years has continued to increase, yet recently there has been a slight decrease in the statistics. Still, the total number of vehicle related deaths in 2012 is horrifying, 33,561. Here at Stadium Auto, we’re passionate about vehicles but more importantly, we care about the driver behind the wheel and believe that defensive driving can reduce motor vehicle deaths.
1. Far too many of these accidents could have been prevented had the driver not been impaired, and even though many of you have heard this far too many times, please do not drive under the influence.
2. Try to avoid all distractions, whether it might be futzing with electronics, juggling a four-course meal on your lap, or turning around to quiet down the kids in the backseat. Taking your eyes of the road for a couple of seconds is enough time to drift, or rear-end someone.
3. We know how irritating it is when the green light switches to yellow and you’re debating whether to accelerate or stop. Running red lights is too much of a risk because other drivers may not be paying attention to you, just the green light for them.
Always check blind spots before changing lanes.
4. Many of the new vehicles have preventative accident technology, including blind-spot warning detection. Don’t just rely on your mirrors, make sure to look over your shoulder and around your blind spots when turning, motorcycles and low riding vehicles can be difficult to see.
5. As tempting as it might be to “brake check” a tailgater, it’s best to just steer clear. Move over to the other lane if possible. Don’t bother speeding up because they will just push you fast, and you’ll be first inline if a cop is running radar.
6. Allow enough space between you and the vehicle in front of you. No matter how quick your reaction time may be, make sure you have enough room should the vehicle in front of you come to a sudden stop.
7. Roundabouts are one of the most dangerous places on the road because not everyone is familiar with them, especially older drivers and out-of-state drivers.
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