Learning to drive can be stressful enough without having to worry about what everyone else on the road is doing, but part of becoming a safe, qualified driver is learning to drive defensively. Taking to the road alone after you've passed can be a daunting prospect. Here's a few handy tips on how to deal with other road users, because, whilst you can't control the actions of … [Read more...]
Common Sense and Respect in Driving
If only all technically-learned drivers also possess common sense and a sense of respect for other people while driving, there wouldn't be as many accidents as we have now. Lack of driving common sense and respect has resulted to many injuries and deaths on the road , most of them quite senseless, that it sometimes behooves us why certain people are allowed behind the wheel at … [Read more...]
How to Avoid Christmas Traffic
The Christmas season is always associated with horrendous traffic due to last minute shopping and parties. It is a nightmare to drive in the busy streets and get stuck in them. Here are some tips to make driving stress free. Try your best to avoid the rush. Travel during off peak hours if you can. You will not only avoid traffic but reduce it too. Fewer motorists on the road … [Read more...]
5 Things Every Driver Should Have at All Times
Let’s face it: sometimes bad things happen. I know, you’re congratulating me on my ability to point out the obvious, right? Well, if we know that bad things can happen, why is it that we are so often ill-prepared to handle these “surprises?” Take driving, for example. I don’t know anyone who hasn’t either had a tire blowout, a fender-bender, or any other of the myriad things … [Read more...]
How to Prepare for a Long Car Ride with Children
If you’ve ever traveled with children, then you know that it can sometimes be a very trying situation. This is especially true if you’re driving, as there’s almost nothing more distracting than a backseat heckler: “Are we there yet?! Why is this taking so long?! I’m bored!!” Save your sanity (and avoid an accident) with these tips for how to prepare for a long car ride with … [Read more...]