What are the Precautions for Safe and Responsible Driver?

Question

I am very cautious about safe driving and I do everything to be safe on roads and highways. I heard some where that car collisions are preventable and avoidable. What are the things I need to follow while driving the Car?

Answer 1

MOST  car collisions are preventable,   by one party or the other.    

Drive only when alert,   when you are able to devote your attention to driving.   Avoid distractions such as yelling children,   video devices,  and phone calls.   If phone must be used,  a hands-free device allows you use of both hands and the ability to turn your head when needed.  

Drive only when you are calm.   Anger or frustration leads to poor decision making.

The more room around you,  the better.   Avoid running in packs or near other vehicles.     Less  chance someone else not so safety minded will involve you in their stupidity.

Always leave plenty of time for your journey.   Hurry breeds error,   rather like not proof-reading an inflamatory email before sending it to the boss.

Keep your vehicle maintained,   all lights working,  tires at proper inflation,   etc...

Look far ahead,  not just a few feet.   Plan your actions.   This saves fuel as well as making you safer.

Answer 2

STEERING Steer smoothly whether you are driving straight ahead, turning or backing up.

ACCELERATION Accelerate smoothly and moderately. Don't race the engine or cause it to stall.

BRAKING Bring the vehicle to a stop gently. Start braking well before your stopping position to avoid "jerky" stops. Make sure you stop your vehicle in the proper position of the lane.

CLUTCH/GEAR Always be sure your vehicle is in the correct gear. With either an automatic or a manual transmission, shift into the proper gear at the right time without "grinding" the gears.

SPEED Obey the posted speed limit, of course, but also adjust your speed properly due to weather, road, visibility and traffic conditions.

FOLLOWING DISTANCE Keep an adequate space "cushion" between your vehicle and those you are following. Use the "two second rule" described in the Driver's Manual. Be sure to increase your following distance in poor weather or visibility.

TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES Know the meanings of signs, signals and pavement markings, and obey them consistently.

STOPPING POSITION If a stop is required, stop your vehicle before it reaches an intersecting street. If stop lines or crosswalks are present, stop before crossing them. If your view is blocked after stopping behind the crosswalk, move up until you can clearly see your way, then stop again if necessary.

LANE SELECTION AND POSITION Keep your vehicle in the proper traffic lane, especially when preparing to make turns. Don't allow room for another vehicle to pass you on the side that you are turning toward.

COMMUNICATION Let other drivers and pedestrians know which way you want to go. Use your directional signals or horn consistently and at the proper times.

OBSERVATION Look for and identify potential problems or hazards in the traffic around you - not just straight ahead, but behind you and on either side. Check your mirrors frequently, but be sure to look over your shoulder behind you when changing lanes or backing up.

ANTICIPATE & REACT TO OTHERS Anticipate possible driving errors by others and be ready to react safely to make up for their mistakes.

Answer 3

you sound a little unsure of yourself... There is being safe and there's being useless. practise you driving. become confident in what you are doing. There is nothing worse than a driver who is freaked out and on high alert.... YOU will be the one who causes a crash. Go to a driver defensive course. they will teach you to avoid accidents and improve your driving skills 10 fold. and relax...

Answer 4

Really Its a very interesting question that every one should know about the precautions should be taken to become a responsible driver, I have done complete research on this where all the information placed at single place and suggesting following URL for driving safety tips:

http://www.texas-defensivedriving-course...

These rules will be for USA drivers.

Nathan