As a new driver, you’ve got many enjoyable years behind the wheel to look forward to. We know the feeling of exhilaration that you feel when you look at your new license and the time and effort you dedicated to gaining it. We want to offer you some tips we give to all new drivers in Frederick, MD. They’ll help to keep you safe and make your driving more enjoyable.
3 Top Tips for New Drivers in Frederick, MD
Don’t Speed
It can be tempting to speed, especially if traffic is very light. You may think that going slightly faster isn’t a problem, as you feel confident in controlling your car. The danger with this thinking is that it isn’t true. The vast majority of drivers cannot control their car completely if they travel faster than the prescribed speed limit. This is a special skill requiring advanced driver training and practice.
Speed limits allow all drivers to travel safely in the area where the limit applies. The limit may have been set due to narrower streets, a large volume of traffic, or many pedestrians in the area. When you keep within the speed limit, you keep yourself, your car, and other road users safe. It’s also important to remember that speeding is illegal, and a traffic officer will give you a ticket if you’re caught.
Adjust Settings for Comfort
Before you start your car, make sure to adjust your car’s settings. Check the positioning of your rearview and side mirrors to make sure that you can see clearly. When you adjust them, also take into account any blind spots, and try to limit them as much as possible. Choose your radio station, so you’ve got your favorite tunes playing. Finally, check your seating position, so you’re comfortable and won’t need to adjust it.
There are two main reasons for making these adjustments: to make yourself comfortable and prevent the need to change anything while you’re driving. If you’re comfortable, you’ll enjoy your driving experience far more. If you need to adjust any of your driving settings, this becomes distracting as you have to take your eyes off the road to change something. This distraction can lead to an accident.
Don’t Forget Your Seatbelt
Your seatbelt is a crucial safety device that’s designed to protect you in the event of an accident. It keeps you in the perfect position for the airbag to deploy and shield you from harm. Your seatbelt will also keep you from moving during a collision, reducing your chance of being injured. It’s important to get into snapping on your seatbelt as soon as you sit behind the wheel.
Some drivers, unfortunately, become lazy or resentful about using their seatbelts. Ignore these drivers, keep you and your passengers safe and enjoy your ride in safety.
If you’d like more advice on driving skills and tips, come and see us at DARCARS Used Car & Service Center of Frederick.
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