Tips to stay safe while on the road

October 1st through the 7th is National Drive Safely to Work week.  Since, most of the working population drives everyday, let's take this week further and make sure to use safe driving techniques whenever we are in a car. There is no such thing as a perfect driver, but you should do everything you can to make each trip in your car safe, even if you are just going down the street to the grocery store. You may not be able to avoid every accident, but you can help eliminate problems caused by your own driving.

1. Headlights

• These should be turned on at all times, even during the day! This is really important when the sun is rising and setting. Glare from the sun can blind the driver coming towards you, and they are better able to see you if you have your lights on.
• Always be courteous to other drivers at night. Keep your headlights on low beam if someone is coming towards you or if they are in front of you so you do not blind them.
• Fog lights come on automatically in many newer models of cars. These are a great extra source of light when there is fog, but should not be used other wise. Too many drivers use them to see better at night, but they don't realize they blind other drivers.
• Use low beams in heavy rain or snow. It may seem like common sense to use high beams in low visibility settings, but the high beams illuminate the snowflakes and raindrops, making it harder for you to see the road.
2. Speed Limit
• The speed posted is a maximum and we all know you should not go over that speed. When you are driving on an unknown road, it may not be wise to go as fast as the limit allows. Unexpected turns and hidden stops can lead to an accident.
• When it comes to bad weather, use your best judgment. All cars are different. Some handle bad road conditions better than others, so do not feel the need to keep up with the drivers around you.
3. Passengers
• Adults run into problems when they have young children in the car. The simple act of reaching down for a toy can cause an accident. The same holds true for talking on phones, looking over work, trying to apply makeup, eating, or drinking while driving. If something can't wait, pull over until you are done
4. Other drivers

• No matter how careful you are on the road, you still have to watch out for everyone else. Keep a safe distance behind the driver in front of you.
• Don't forget about blind spots when passing on the highway. No matter how well you position your rear view mirrors, there is a spot along side your car you cannot view. You have to be extra careful that no one is riding along in this position before you turn or switch lanes.
5. Animals
• Many accidents happen when drivers swerve to miss animals. Try to avoid the animal if you can, but do not cross over into on coming traffic. Switch to low beams as soon as you see the animal (so they are not blinded) and use your horn to jolt them off of the road.

Happy driving.

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