Friday, November 15, 2013

Defensive Driving Will Get You A License

If you want to pass, you should definitely practice defensive driving. This means that you do not attempt to surprise and be agressive, but rather defend yourself from possible harm. Here is an article I wrote about this issue.

Defensive Driving Techniques for Student Drivers - How to Become a Safe Driver and Pass Your Test

Every single day, thousands of people across the country take their driving exam. Approximately half of them fail. While there are a number of mistakes a student driver can make, the main reason for failure is lack of preparation. Even those who did study and practice a lot may not have been prepared mentally. Passing the road exam is a matter of both physical and mental preparation.

If you are going to be taking your test soon, you need to learn defensive driving techniques. You need to be able to demonstrate that you are a safe driver and that you understand the rules.

Since some of the rules are different in every state, you need to study material that is relevant to your state's laws. Look online for street and intersection maps in your area. Know the posted speed limits and the locations of all of the traffic lights. If you know what to expect ahead of time, it'll be easier to drive safely.

Here are some tips on how to become a safe, responsible driver so that you'll be able to pass your test.

When you are behind the wheel, you should always be observing the road around you, in front of you, and behind you. Know that any moment another driver might make a mistake, and know what to do in the event that they do.

While it's important to observe other drivers, you shouldn't become distracted by them, either. Don't look at them to the point where you neglect the road ahead. You should always be on the lookout for pedestrians, animals, and other potential hazards.

There's a reason why many areas are now making it against the law to text while driving. If you take your eyes off the road even for a second to look down at your phone, you'll be endangering yourself, your passengers, and people in other vehicles.

Never, ever forget to check your blind spot. The mirrors can't show you everything 100% of the time. Sometimes you do have to glance back quickly to make sure nothing is behind you.

Before you ever set foot in the driver's side, have the vehicle inspected. How can you expect to learn how to drive if there is something wrong with the car? You should also have it inspected the day before the test to ensure that everything is fine with it.

These are just a few defense driving tips to get you started. Your instructor will certainly be able to teach you more. Don't take the road exam until you and your instructor both feel confident about your driving abilities.

Now that you have some idea of what it takes to be a responsible driver, you can check out some online student driver guides that will help you every step of the way. All of the information you need for passing your road exam is just a few clicks away!

I hope this article helped you,
Nadav

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