There are some positive driving behaviours that can contribute to less collisions!.
Avoid a collision tips :
- Slow down and drive to conditions.
- Drive friendly – yield to other drivers and be courteous.
- Maintain a safe following distance.
- Look both ways before you enter an intersection.
- Signal every turn and lane change.
- Stop at red lights and stop signs.
- Don’t drive if you’ve been drinking.
These are all basics and legalities – but its surprising how often these simple rules aren’t followed.
Currently the most common crash in Australia is the rear end collision.
Many people don’t take into account that the car in front will stop immediately if it is involved in a crash. A minimum following distance of 3 seconds between moving cars is recommended (more in wet weather or poor driving conditions).
This gives the driver time to react and brake in the event of trouble in front.
To check your following distance – wait until the car in front passes a stationary object, such as a telegraph pole, and commence counting. You should be just reaching 3 seconds as your bonnet gets in line with the same object.
Top Ten Tips To Avoid An Accident
- Develop the right attitude about driving.
- Get as much supervised practice driving as possible.
- ALWAYS wear your safety belt.
- Underage drinking and drug use is illegal.
- Limit your passengers.
- Limit your night driving.
- Keep it slow and safe for starters.
- Train for poor weather conditions.
