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The tips outlined below are form the most obvious (everyone should know this) to the most unknown. These are the most common reasons why people get in car accidents.
Car Driving Tips # 1: Don’t Drink and Drive
Ok, we know. This is stupid right! We all know the drill. Drive hammered, Get nail! However, this is the number one reason that men and women get in car accidents out there What can of car driving tips is that. Unfortunately, Alcohol related accidents account for more deaths in the US than violent deaths.
Be responsible and ask for a
ride home. If you know you are going to drink or you think there will be alcohol
where you are going, ask for someone to take you there. Make sure the person is
driving will not be drinking either! There are so many accidents were people
think they are safe because someone else drove, until they realized the driver
is more hammered than they were in the first place. Do not trust people that
appear to be sober. If they were drinking their ability to drive is impaired,
period. Some people are very good at hiding the fact that they are drunk. Some
others, not so much (we all know the guy that thinks he can drive home, but
cannot walk straight to the car!).
Oh yeah! We almost forgot. If you have some else’s keys and return to them while they are intoxicated (legally not apparently) and consequently have an accident, you can be held liable (must pay for all damages, injuries, and deaths) for giving them the keys back. So, do not assume responsibilities that you cannot fulfill. If a good friend asks you to hold their keys, just tell them you are planning the plastered and you will probably take their car for a spin. That will make them rethink if they should give you the keys!
Car Driving Tips # 2 Put your make up in the bathroom, not in the interstate!
Not kidding you, we cannot tell you how many recorded statements confessed that the real party at fault was L’Oreal. Ladies, you look beautiful with your face straight, please keep it that way. That also includes your contact lenses. Trying to put your contact lenses while you are driving (even if you are in a red light) can account to reckless driving and even gross negligence (the type of negligence that would account to a criminal offense – involuntary man slaughter).
All joking aside, try to keep your eye on the road. If you really need to get your make up before you reach your destination, just take the extra time to do that. The ten to fifteen minutes that you take in the bathroom could not only safe you about five to fifteen years of jail time, but it could also save your life.
Car Driving Tips # 3 You are not a juggler: talking on the cell phone, smoking, and shifting gears at the same time leads to bodily injury.
We are not sure why this is, but for whatever reason people feel very comfortable in their cars to do several things at the same time. Multitasking is a great skill for the work place, but leave it there. When you are driving an accident could have in a split second. Driving demands all of your attention. Trying to eat breakfast, read a book or a magazine, and do your work when you are in your road could end up costing you dearly. If you decide to this, then it better be a very good bagel or the best novel you ever read. It could be the last one.
By the way, states are starting to enact strong legislation regarding driving while talking on your cell phone. They are beginning to make it illegal to talk and drive at the same time. You are going to have to use a handset free set if you want to use your phone. Just buy the extra piece of equipment and keep it in your car. The handset free set will be cheaper than your deductible if you are in a car accident or even the ticket you will get if you get busted.
Car Driving Tips # 4 Demonstration of Affection, Do it in the bedroom not in the way the supermarket.
Ok, we were not sure how to put this one here. We know you are reading between the lines. It happens more often than you think. Trying to hug, kiss, make out, and …. It’s illegal. It can get you for lewd conduct. This goes for men as well as the ladies. Sometimes certain “car” accident injuries can only be explained if certain parts of the human body were exposed.
Do not think this happens with just couples. It happens to the solo driver as well. We are not kidding nor are we making this stuff up. If you have an extreme urge to do something, then take care of that at home. Do not endanger others by being a “wild animal in the road”, plus you will keep your car cleaner longer. Really!
Car Driving Tips # 5 My Car’s behind is sexy, I know – but get off it, would you?
Tail gaiters please, back off. All states have regulations against people driving too close. You could get a ticket if you do not conserve at least 3 car lengths distance. Some states enforce that more than others, but there is nothing worst to pay for a ticket that could have been avoided.
There are many reasons why you should stop doing this (other than getting into an accident and getting a ticket).
Tailgating leads to road rage incidents. The more you are in someone’s behind, the greater the chances of getting shot. Really, it is very irritating thing and most people do not like it. So, just refrain from doing it. No need to push people to go faster. If they are going the speed limit, then you should not be passing them, and if they are going too slow (under the limit), the police will give them a ticket. So just take it easy.
Another reason is the possibility of getting suit. Say what? We live in a society of lawsuits, and personal injury claims ludicrous or not are happening every day. In most states, if you hit a car from behind, you will be held 100% liable. So if the vehicle in front is looking for a quick settlement, slamming on the breaks will be the way to go. Your only defense will be that they did it on purpose, but that it’s a hard defense win. So be aware.
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