5 Tips For Young Drivers To Maintain A Safe Driving Record
December 20th, 2021 | By Nautica Insurance
Driving is a necessity and an everyday part of life for everyone. While you can’t avoid all accidents, there are some simple ways to help prevent them. Many young people don’t fully understand the importance of their driving record. whether it’s how it can affect their insurance premiums or what effect a single incident can have on their future prospects. This article will teach you some tips to help maintain a safe driving record, so you can stay on your way to success without any bumps in the road.
Tip 1
Always check to see whether your tires are in their optimal range of tread depth before going out. This can help prevent a blow-out and save you some time and trouble if you meet officers along the way.
Tip 2
To avoid dangerous driving, allow yourself enough time to reach your destination (and then some). We often try to beat the clock on our way to destinations and this has proven to be one of the main reasons for speeding. Give yourself enough time to get to your destination.
Tip 3
Keep two hands on the steering wheel at all times. If you need to point something out to another passenger, do so without turning away from the road ahead or stepping on the brakes: Use your voice instead.
Tip 4
Remember that everyone makes mistakes; rehearse crisis management techniques calmly and on a regular basis—whether you think you need them or not—so that you will have a strategy ready when you have an unexpected situation.
Tip 5
Avoid using cellphones while driving. It is easy to get distracted by a call or a WhatsApp message, this is one of the leading causes of road accidents and ticketing by officers. You also run the risk of having demerit points added to your record which can lead to suspension of your driver’s permit.
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