When you are driving, you should think of not only your safety, but also your family's and your friends' safety if you are with them. Safety itself is influenced by every single process you take even before you turn on your car machine.
Many people believe that safety is only a matter of the way someone drives. It makes them ignoring even the most important things, such as the condition of the car and their own condition. The fact that most car accidents are caused by alcohol or the drivers' health does not make them more aware.
There are several things to consider and to check before you make any trip with your car. Just remember, being one who drives means being one who takes all responsibilities. Read this following to get the idea.
Checking Car Regularly - Bring your car to trusted or reputable car shed to maintain the features. Finding a reputable one is important as it will do professional works for your vehicles. Arrange a schedule; it could be once per month or two months. There are critical features in your car that must be checked, such as lights, tyres, brakes, and windscreen wipers. It will not be nice being trapped in such conditions, like finding your lights off on dark snowy roads!
Avoid Driving when Tired - After work, or after driving for some miles, you could be too tired even just to keep your eyes open! Turning on the radio and opening windows will not be as helpful as you think. A combination of blowing wind and played songs will make you sleepier as they provide more comfortable feelings. The recommended thing for this condition is please take some minutes to stop. Spend 20 minutes to take a nap and buy some coffee. You can also make little moves to refresh your body, or washing hand and face to make your blood circulation better.
Do Not Use a Handheld Phone - I know that you have calls that you must answer, but it does not mean that you are allowed to talk on the phone when you also need to concentrate. Some researches show that 95% of drivers cannot focus both on talking on the phone and driving at the same time. A hands-free system will not helpful as it also divides your mind. For this case, you can answer the call, but note this: say to the callers that you will call them back soon after you arrive at your destination!
Do Not Speed Up - You could be in a hurry and this makes you want to speed up. We all know that it is dangerous, but you actually can do some tricks for this. Just think well of the distance you will pass and the X-factors you may experience, like the traffic jams. Give some time estimation in order to make perfect planning. It makes you drive peacefully as you know that you will not be late. And the best part is you can reach your destination without speeding!
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