Driving safely not only safeguards you and other drivers from harm but also protects the investments you’ve made in your car, including auto detailing and tire upgrades. Whether you’re a new driver or have been behind the wheel for many decades, remember these tips every time you depress the gas pedal.

How to Avoid Car Accidents

1. Stay Focused

Concentrate on driving, and don’t take your eyes off the road. Put your phone on vibrate, and advise passengers, including the kids, that car time is quiet time. Don’t fidget with the radio or audio player. If you get lost, pull over where it’s safe to look at your phone or a map.

2. Use Your Vehicle’s Safety Specs

Take advantage of any safety specifications, such as rear-view cameras and blind-spot monitoring. They’re designed to make parking, passing, and changing lanes as safe as possible. Also, pay attention to any warning lights that may impact your driving, such as those that alert drivers if the tire pressure is low.

3. Schedule Routine Maintenance

Create a maintenance schedule. Uneven tire wear, thinning brake pads, dirty engine oil, and low transmission fluid are among the maintenance issues that decrease driving safety. Balding tires, for example, reduce friction and increase the chance of blowouts.

4. Don’t Drive When You’re Tired or Angry

Stay off the road when you’re drowsy. If you drive when tired, you’re less alert to road hazards and not as able to react quickly. Also, avoid driving if upset or angry when you may be more likely to make reckless decisions that put you and other drivers in danger.

5. Observe the Speed Limit

Keep up with the flow of traffic instead of speeding or driving too slowly. Speeding is against the law and makes it challenging to react appropriately when road conditions change. Driving too slowly may cause other drivers to behave erratically. Know the speed limit as you drive to avoid these problems.

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