Have you ever noticed that vehicles tend to fog up when it’s rainy outside? Turn on your front and rear defoggers when driving in the rain to keep your windows clear and increase your visibility.
It’s important to remember that the traffic laws won’t always be the same from state to state. While we can teach you what to expect on the local roadways, things may be slightly different in other parts of the country.
Given that 80 percent of all accidents in the U.S. are caused by distraction of one sort or another, you can be sure that, where there are other drivers, there are distracted drivers. Err on the side of caution when approaching stop lights and intersection. A cautious driver can save more lives than his or her own.
Did you know that the first rear-view mirror was installed in 1911, in a race car for the inaugural Indianapolis 500? The car was a Marmon Wasp, and it was driven by American racecar driver Ray Harroun.
Insurance rates are based on risk, and 2008 statistics explain why insurance for young drivers is so expensive. Teen drivers are 10 times more likely to be involved in a crash during their first year of driving than older drivers.
New drivers need to learn what to do in the event of an accident – just in case. Points to remember include getting the other driver’s information, taking pictures of damages if possible and contacting the police when necessary.