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The Benefits Of Attending A Defensive Driving Seminar

These days so many drivers do not find it necessary to take defensive driving courses or even a defensive driving seminar anymore. What they do not realize is that it is this nonchalance that causes so many vehicular accidents on the road that can be prevented if only they underwent defensive driving classes.

Driving is supposed to be a pleasant activity for all motorists on the road. Unfortunately, because of lack of information and discipline, road rage, inadequate anticipatory skills, and sometimes plain and simple recklessness lead to so many deaths and injuries that can be prevented if enough effort is put into it.

So exactly what do you mean by defensive driving? Defensive driving is about responsibility and awareness. You are responsible for the safety of everyone on the road especially yourself and your passengers. You are aware of the fact that each decision you make can have a domino effect on your fellow motorists and can either save or endanger the lives of people.

Common sense is one of the key elements taught in a defensive driving seminar. Unfortunately, common sense is quite uncommon these days. People get side swiped or run over just because the most basic traffic rules are ignored.

Below are some safety road rules to save yourself a lot of trouble whenever you hit the road.

1. Obey traffic rules. Life can be so uncomplicated if people stop neglecting and start following this basic principle. Do not overtake, avoid over speeding, and use your mirrors all the time. Rules are made for a reason, and in this case, it can spell the difference between life and death.

2. Be alert and watch out for all road signs and symbols. Whenever you encounter road hazards or sharp curve warning symbols, do not attempt to overtake anymore. Slow down until you overcome the curve.

3. Maintain a safe distance between you and other drivers. This is important in case any one of you need to make emergency breaks. Collision will be avoided this way because there is enough time and space to do it.

4. Make sure your car is always in good working condition before you use it. This can only be done if it undergoes regular maintenance check-ups. Check your tires, check your breaks, check if it’s time to change your oil. Most importantly, make sure you have enough gas to last you throughout the day, wherever you’re going. The last thing you want is running out of gas in the middle of nowhere with no one to help you.

5. Use the right amount of speed when driving along the highway. Do not be tempted to step on the accelerator no matter how strong the urge to do so. Loss of self-control is another major cause of car collisions.

Defensive driving courses are not a waste of time and effort. On the contrary, they are meant to save your life and the lives of all those people sharing the road with you on a daily basis. Besides, the cost of a defensive driving course is merely a fraction of the amount it will entail for hospital bills and car repairs after a vehicular accident. Add to that the possibility of having to defend yourself in court or ending up in prison depending on the result of the investigation regarding the cause of the accident.

So, say no to road rage and yes to anger management. Say no to overtaking, yes to giving way. Say no to drunk driving, yes to taking a cab or hitching a ride when you’re impaired. Say no to accidents and yes to safety – for everybody. You can thank your lucky stars there are defensive driving seminars to teach you all these.

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