Even if you’re an experienced driver, driving can be dangerous because of distractions, the number of cars on the road, and the shifting awareness levels of drivers. You could be making simple mistakes that put you and others at risk. Driving errors can quickly lead to auto accidents. To stay safe, implement corrective action to curb these three everyday bad-driving habits.

Which Driving Habits Cause Accidents?

1. Speeding

Even if you’re late, don’t speed. Never drive over the speed limit because speeding increases the potential for injury or death for everyone on the road.

2. Distracted Driving

Whether you’re using your cell phone, eating, or having an intense conversation, driving while distracted is dangerous. In 2015, 3,477 people were killed and 391,000 were injured as the result of distracted driving auto accidents. Multitasking, which takes your full attention off the road, can lead to veering, increasing your risk of crashing by a factor of three.

3. Tailgating

Do you find yourself following the car in front of you too closely? Driving dangerously close behind another vehicle is never warranted. Keep at least one car length between you and the car in front of you for every 10 miles per hour of speed—whether you’re on the highway or city streets. Tailgating is a risky game. A sudden stop or movement or a moment of distraction can quickly cause an injurious accident.

If you’re involved in a collision, contact family-owned and -operated Panorama Collision for auto accident repairs. They’ve been providing quality auto body and paintless dent repairs since 1989. All work comes with a lifetime guarantee. While your car is in the shop, they’ll provide a loaner car for your convenience. Visit their website for more information about what to do if you have an accident, or call (585) 381-8667 to schedule an appointment to bring your car in for service.