Check out 10 basic tips that instructors and driving schools often do not teach, but are fundamental in everyday life
After getting the National Driver’s License (CNH), newly licensed drivers often feel lost or insecure. This is because, although the theoretical course and practical classes are a basis for traffic, it is still a cut that does not completely represent the experiences of those who drive daily.
It is in daily coexistence and in practice with streets and highways that important lessons emerge that make life easier for drivers. Therefore, check out 10 lessons that every driver should master to drive more safely, calmly and responsibly.
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Knowing the speed limits is essential, but understanding the reason for the installation of radars in certain stretches also makes all the difference. In general, they are positioned at sensitive points, such as dangerous curves, school areas and places with a history of accidents.
Dealership inspections or visits to workshops are important, but there are basic precautions that you can learn and do on your car frequently. They are:
Most new drivers do not receive sufficient guidance on how to proceed in minor accidents or emergencies. It is very important that you know what to do in different adverse situations.
In short, in occurrences without victims, signal the location and record the fact digitally, if the vehicles are obstructing, remove them so as not to get a fine. the road, If there are injured, do not move those involved and call for help immediately.
If your vehicle is insured, always have the insurer’s contact and policy number written down on your cell phone.
The wet track reduces the grip of the tires and increases the braking distance. In addition to slowing down, it is important to use the low beam even during the day and turn on the air conditioning to avoid fogging up the windows. In case of very heavy rain, avoid going through flooded places, the ideal is to find a higher and safer place and wait for the storm to pass.
Using the engine brake contributes to preserving conventional brakes and offers greater control of the vehicle, especially on descents.
The flashing of headlights can serve as a form of communication for various circumstances. It is important to be attentive to correctly understand the sign, which can be a danger alert, request for passage or inspection notice ahead.
The use of cell phones is one of the main causes of distraction and traffic accidents, so don’t make a habit of having it around while driving. Always keep the device out of reach, put it in “do not disturb” mode or use apps that block notifications while driving.
Have all documents, especially the CNH and CRLV, in digital format. This facilitates approaches and inspections, in addition to preventing you from being squeezed for having forgotten the document at home.
Leaving without planning increases stress and increases the risk of traffic incidents. Always evaluate alternative routes, peak times, and road conditions before leaving for safer driving.
Use navigation apps to keep up with traffic, but keep your attention on the road and don’t handle your cell phone while driving. Mirroring in the vehicle’s multimedia or the support for the cell phone help reduce the distraction of driving.
Long trips cause physical and mental fatigue, reducing the ability to concentrate. So don’t take any chances and take breaks every two hours or every 200 km driven. Stretch, hydrate and avoid walking long stretches alone.
