Most people drive responsibly. But, it is all too easy to get distracted and let poor driving habits develop. So, today, we thought we would remind ourselves and our readers of five important things we need to be aware of.
Pay more attention to signage
Road signs play an important part in road safety. Without them, there would be far more accidents. So, periodically, go online and test how good your understanding of the signage used in your part of the world is. Don’t forget to include private signage in the test.
Take a look at the myparkingsign website and you will see that there are lots of private signs available. It is important for you to familiarise yourself with the ones that could have an impact on how or where you can drive or park. In some places, a private no parking sign can be ignored. While in other jurisdictions ignoring it could result in the police being called or your vehicle being towed. So, it is best to familiarise yourself with the private signage rules and regulations, for your area.
The condition of their vehicle
Keeping your vehicle in good condition is essential. If your brake lights are out, the chances of someone running into you at a junction are high. Every week, quickly check your lights, brakes, wipers and tyres.
Be aware of motorbikes and cyclists
It is very important to be aware of the most vulnerable road users. If you hit a car at a relatively low speed, the chances are everyone will be OK. The safety features of a modern car, van or truck ensure that this will be the case.
But, this is not likely to be true if you were to hit a cyclist or motorbike rider. The risk of them being seriously injured is high. Around 78% of crashes involving motorcyclist result in some sort of injury. It is even worse for bike riders.
So, you need to be especially aware of these road users. This helpful leaflet outlines 10 common mistakes drivers make that result in collisions with motorbikes. Importantly, most of the advice it contains, applies equally to cyclists.
Your rear view mirror has a night and a day mode
If you have wondered what happens when you push that switch at the bottom of your rear view mirror, try it. When you do, you will see the glass change. This handy feature, which most drivers do not know about, helps you to drive safely at night. It reduces the glare from the headlights of drivers behind you, so you can see clearly ahead and are less likely to be distracted.
How tired they are
Regardless of where you live in the world people driving while tired is a huge issue. In Australia, around 20% of road accident fatalities are caused by fatigued drivers. According to research carried out by The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in America, in 2013, 72,000 crashes occurred because someone drove while they were too tired to do so safely.
As you can see, it is important that you are aware of how tired you are. If you are fatigued you should never get behind the wheel.
Bentley Motors celebrates the opening of its biggest exclusive dealership in Europe – Bentley Kyiv. This is an important step for strengthening the positions of the British manufacturer in Central Eastern Europe.
After numerous generations and countless models, the Volkswagen Beetle calls it a day. There’s one final vehicle produced at the Mexico Puebla plant – a Denim Blue coupe – which will be on display at VW’s museum in Puebla as a tribute to manufacturer’s rich and influential heritage.
Aston Martin has delivered a further glimpse of the final production intent exterior of the upcoming DBS GT Zagato lineup. Paired with DB4 GT Zagato Continuation to complete the DBZ Centenary Collection, which will be comprised of mere 19 vehicles, the latest family members present a new approach towards aesthetics and design, all along with remarkable new technologies.
Buick’s flagship seven-seater SUV welcomes 2020 model year with a new family member that comes with exclusive styling and tons of tech upgrades. What makes this one different from other competitors is the new Sport Touring package, revised front- and rear-end, neat 20-inch aluminum wheels and, of course, an efficient drivetrain system.
In its centenary year, Bentley team celebrates with another record-braking run at the world-famous Pikes Peak International Hill Climb with the release of two new films. As we have told you, this is one of the many occasions for celebration for the entire team in recent time.
Nissan team announces details and pricing for 2020 Nissan GT-R, NISMO, 50th Anniversary Edition. These ultimate performance machines go on sale on July 12 this year at selected US Nissan dealers with a starting price of $210,740. Let’s see a brief description, shall we?
The latest and greatest VW ID.R has broken the outright Goodwood Festival of Speed presented by the Mastercard Hillclimb record, 2 decades after it was set by the ex-F1 pilot Nick Heidfeld in a McLaren MP4/13. The timer has stopped at the time of 41.18 seconds and the futuristic ID.R has managed to move with an avegage speed of 101.4mph all along the 1.16-mile course.
Lexus extends its LC flagship coupe range with a dramatic open-top version of the vehicle. Visitors at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed will witness the world debut of a convertible prototype machine. Something more, the new family member will also participate in the famous hill climb challenge. This model will try to make a place for itself among the most prestigious and exclusive vehicles in the entire segment.
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Aston Martin team will once again become the official partner of the Henley Royal Regatta, which will be taking place from 3rd until the 7th of July. One of the most notable British events in the summer calendar, Henley Royal Regatta manages to attract numerous of visitors every year.
This weekend’s Goodwood Festival of Speed audience will witness the unveiling of a new Alfa Romeo Racing Limited Edition vehicle. Created in honor of brand’s return to the world of Formula 1, the lineup is limited to mere 10 Giulia Qadrifoglio and three Stelvio Qadrifoglio machines. Let’s check out more, shall we?
