“Two Hands on the Wheel” is our next “Safety Basics” sub-topic. It’s a term we all heard during week 1 of driver’s education. Avoiding distractions like cell phones, eating etc. that may occupy your second hand will help ensure you are ready to tackle the unexpected on the road.

Rocking & rolling in your seat is a basic technique learned in training and is one that is critical in helping avoid pedestrian or fixed object collisions. By moving forward and side-to-side), any obstructed objects – including pedestrians – can come into view that may otherwise not have been noticed.

Speeding has consequences that can range from getting a ticket to injuring yourself or others in a resulting accident. Posted limits are designed to prevent specific risks that are more likely when you drive too fast.

Getting into the habit of adjusting your mirrors and using them regularly, especially when changing lanes, helps keep everyone safe on the roads.

Thinking about the "Big Picture" when you are behind the wheel is key to safe driving results. Throughout May and June, we will be providing you with various tips around what are considered to be some "Safety Basics” and what will remind you to think about the big picture when driving.