Friday, December 21, 2012

Some Good Driving Habits

If the prophecy is right, and the end of the world comes today, you can ignore everything in today's article. However, if you're reading this, the world is probably OK and you should read about good driving habits to develop.


 Developing good habits behind the wheel is the key to passing a driving test. Unfortunately, it's easier for many drivers to develop bad habits instead of good habits. This is why you need to practice with a good, responsible driver with a clean record.

Only half of the student drivers who take the test pass during the first try. The other half have to take it a second or even a third time before they finally pass. Part of this reason is because it takes them awhile to develop good driving habits.

What are "good driving habits" anyway? Here are a few that you need to develop if you want to pass:

- Gently press down on the pedal whenever you start and on the brake whenever you prepare to stop. Never brake hard unless you have no other choice but to do so.

- Get in the good habit of putting your seatbelt on before you start driving. Always make sure that all of your passengers have theirs on as well. It's the driver's responsibility to make sure that everyone in the vehicle has their belts on.

- Never put your foot on the pedal until you are absolutely sure that the path is clear. If you've stopped for a red light or STOP sign, always make sure everything is clear around you and in front of you before beginning again.

- Always remember to check your blind spots before moving the vehicle to either side. Don't just rely on the rearview mirror alone.

- Keep an eye on other drivers. Your eyes should constantly be moving, and not just facing forward. Know what's going on around you at all times. Learn how to anticipate other drivers' mistakes before they make them. One of the best habits you can have is defensive driving.

- Try to stay four seconds behind the car in front of you. Look where they are and then count to four. By the time you get to four, you should be in that exact same spot. If they are going slower than the speed limit, pass them if you are in a passing zone. If another driver seems aggressive or drunk, it's okay to keep extra distance from them.

- Know the proper method of entering an intersection. Check that your left, right, and front zones are clear before proceeding. Just because the light turns green doesn't mean you can go - look all around you to make sure that it's safe to do so.

These are examples of good habits that good drivers develop. As long as you practice every day with a responsible adult, you should learn how to drive the right way.

You will be surprised over the driving secrets and resources you can find online. If you are a student driver, you will find all of the techniques and tips you will need for passing both the written and road tests.

Getting your driver's license is not that hard. If you would like to pass your driving test without trying so hard, you should get yourself this amazing driving test guide.

I hope this article helped you and you will develop those habits.

Nadav

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