Driving Smart with Simple Safety Tips
Posted by
Mark BelloNovember 03, 2009 4:01 PM
I encourage all to read an article in AutoMedia about driving smart and simple tips for safety. Although we all have heard this advice before, a little reminder can’t hurt, in fact, it might save a life, maybe your own. According to the recent studies, 80% of all auto accidents are caused by driver error – meaning they didn’t have to happen. Roadways are a dangerous place. While it is impossible to entirely limit the risk of being involved in a car accident, driving responsibly is the first step in preventing auto accidents.
Since driver’s error is one of the most common causes of auto accidents, remembering some of these safety tips can prevent injuries and fatalities.
1. Keep your vehicle in good repair. Have your car maintained regularly. Is it running and operating efficiently? Are the tires in good condition with the proper air pressure? Are the brakes working properly?
2. Always wear your seatbelts and do not start the car until all passengers buckle up.
3. Never drink and drive. Alcohol impairs your judgment and slows your reaction time.
4. Obey traffic rules, road signs, and the speed limit
5. Be aware of road and weather conditions and driving accordingly.
6. Avoid distractions such as talking on a cell phone, texting, eating, and drinking while driving. Pay attention and focus on driving and the road.
7. Maintain a considerable amount of distance from other vehicles. Err on the side of caution.
8. Avoid aggressive driving and keep the vehicle on pavement.
9. Be aware of your surroundings. Keep your eyes on the road at all times and be aware of other vehicles and pedestrians.
10. Exercise caution when driving through an intersection.
So, you carefully followed all these safety tips and were in an unfortunate accident. What do you do? This advice is equally as important.
1. Contact the proper authorities – Call 911 to dispatch the police, fire department, paramedics.
2. Write down names and contact information of the parties involved.
3. Write down all insurance information from liable parties.
3. Never accept fault at the scene of the accident.
4. Record the facts and events that took place.
5. Get immediate medical attention even if you think you are not injured. Some injuries may occur days later.
6. If you have been injured, keep a copy of the medical report in case it is necessary for future legal actions.
7. Consult an auto accident attorney for proper legal advice and action to pursue.
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As the article states, “Drive safe, take care – and our very best, sincere wishes that you get there in one piece.”