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Distracted driving: Most common factors of distracted driving

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Why do the accidents happen? This is the most common question is asked when we find any accident in our surrounding and everyone ask the question that How it (accident) happened? Whose fault is there on the road? And many more questions asked when a vehicle met with accident. The main reason behind most of the accidents is the distraction while driving. More than 90%  crashes caused by human error. The most common error drivers make include: Missing road hazards or detecting them too slowly Choosing incorrect defensive driving actions Driving in a distracted or altered state, such as having inadequate sleep, being distracted by a phone or driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Distracted Driving Thousands die in cell phone distracted driving crashes every year. Many believe hands-free devices and dashboard infotainment systems are safe because they are provide by vehicle manufacturers, but research shows these technologies lead to cognitive distraction and inattent

Causes of Distracted Driving: The Most Common Causes of Distracted Driving

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Why do car accidents happen? There are two very general, very broad causation categories. The first one - and the one that leads to the vast majority of crashes - is something experts call "driver error." Obviously, driver error can mean any number of things, so that too is divided into categories. Accidents that happen because drivers are trying to multitask. The most common causes of distracted driving Talking and texting: People who use their cell phones to talk or text while driving are by far the most common reason for distracted driving accidents. In fact, the reports estimates that 25% of all car crashes involve cell phones. GPS: We've become dependent on GPS to get us from point A to point B while driving. For many, using it doesn't even seem like a choice anymore it's just what you do. But setting up a GPS route while driving is just as dangerous as texting. And even simply taking your attention from the road to glance down at the directions

Provision of challan while not obeying the driving guidelines

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Updated list of rules for Traffic Violations in India As per the guidelines issued by the Govt. of India from September 2019 the provision in challan for not obeying the traffic rules the Ministry of Transport and Highways updated the punishment provision.              Breaking the law in any sense is bound to attract punishment. The severity of this punishment depends upon the nature of the committed offence. With regards to breaking traffic rules, citizens can be asked to pay a fine, serve a jail term or face disqualification in the form of a ban from driving any vehicle. The fine amount is updated every few years to curb the violation of rules. Breaking traffic rules in India can lead to accidents and even death in severe cases. Let's take a look at the updated list of penalties for traffic violations in India. Updated List of Traffic Police Fines for violations Traffic rules in India are in accordance with The New Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2019. Change i

Driving safety topics and some golden rules for drivers

Everyone from all of us is very nervous and excited when we got a chance to drive onto the highway. There was a fear while you drive a vehicle and make the decisions independently. But after a while all your fear has gone and you will be pulling the vehicle in independent style. There will be no  nervousness on the road and ability to make decisions on the road is while driving is increased with the passage of time. Like anything else, though, as we gain experience, we also learn shortcuts, both good and bad. We got more comfortable and skilled at those things we once thought terrifying. We also tend to forget some important rules and procedures. That's why it's smart to revisit some of those driving safety topics now and then. 10 of the Most Important Driving Safety Topics To turn you into a better motor vehicle operator 1. Parking on Hill This is a tough when you are parking your car or vehicle on the hill and it is important which way do you turn your wh

Advanced driving: Some important tips to make your driving advance

Advanced Driving:- Some advanced driving tips and techniques are mentioned below. To drive a vehicle for a long time these advanced techniques will make your safer driver. Sit up straight:- For maximum steering wheel control, sit far enough from the wheel that your elbow is just slightly bent. The backrest should be reasonably upright, and your leg should bend slightly when pressing the pedals. This driving position is more comfortable on long journeys and is safer for you in an accident. Look Ahead:- Practice scanning, which means looking at yours mirrors, then ahead, then check your speed and repeat. Look about a quarter mile ahead to anticipate hazards and give yourself time to react to a developing situation before it becomes an accident. Don't slam on the brakes:- Accelerating and braking smoothly helps make your car last longer and gives drivers behind you more time to react. With some insurance companies you can also save on your bill if you can prove that you'r

Fearless driving: To drive fearlessly you have to make your basics clear in driving skills. To drive fearless the control on the ABC (Accelerator, Break and Clutch) is must.

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What is Driving? Driving has reference to the movement of a motor vehicle including motor bike, car, bus, truck etc. But before driving a vehicle you must have a valid driving licence issued by the issuing authority. You must aware about all basics of driving like how to operate the Accelerator, Brake and Clutch. Driving is an art which nourishes only when you keep good practice of it on daily basis. Main parts to control a Vehicle Steering Accelerator Clutch Break Gear Hand Brake Steering:-  During driving steering plays an important role to control the direction of your vehicle. So better control is required on steering is also must. Proper holding position is required to move the vehicle smoothly. Accelerator:- Accelerator is used to accelerate the vehicle. You can up and down the speed of your vehicle according to the gear applied during the drive. Clutch:- Clutch is used to put your vehicle in the gear. Simply, press the clutch and set the posi