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 wheels when you park on a hill. Because in the hill areas there is very less spaces to park a vehicle and you have to manage yourself in a very balanced way. It's a trick question, when you park facing uphill, turn your wheels toward the street and use the curb as a block to keep your car from rolling. If you're facing downhill, turn your wheels toward the curb. Also be sure to set your parking brake and put the car in first gear if you have a manual transmission.

2. Adjusting mirror and headrest

Especially if you share a car with another driver, check your mirrors before getting on the road. Adjust the headrest, too. The headrest, or head restraint, is designed to help limit whiplash in the case of a rear-end collision. Position of your headrest so it is even with the top of your head and ideally, about one inch away from the back of your head.

3. Wear your seat belt

By now this should be a habit; however, there are still too many people who ignore the life saving features of car seat belts. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that wearing a seat belt in the front seat of a car reduce "fatal injury by 45 percent and by 60 percent in trucks.

4. Driving in fog

Driving in thick fog a stressful experience. The National Weather Service offers these tips for driving safely in fog:

• Slow down.
• Turn on your lights.
• Use your low beams. The fog will reflect light from your high beams and make it even more difficult to see.
• Follow the lines in the road to ensure you stay in your lane.
• Do not multi-task (Good advice anytime you are behind the wheel.)

5. Using high beams 

Fog is not the only driving condition where high beams are detrimental. Whether you are on a city street, back road, or on the interstate, switch to low beams when you can see another car. High beams make it difficult for oncoming traffic to see, and for cars in front of you, that bright light is distracting.
                  There are also plenty of times when it's preferable to use your high beams, like driving along a dark road in rural areas.

6. Stop for school buses

It's hard to miss a stopped school bus; the sizeable yellow transport with flashing red lights and a bright stop sign is one of the most visible vehicles on the road. Yet a study by the National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services estimates that there are "over 13 million violations by private motorists" every school year. The point is do not risk the lives and safety of children. Stop for school buses.

7. Driving in rain

Driving in heavy rain is similar to driving in fog. Turn on your headlights (low beams), slow down, and be aware of the possibility of hydroplaning.

8. Driving in Snow 

From black ice to slipper roads, there are plenty of driving safety topics to explore for winter driving. At its most basic, however the best way to drive in snow is to leave plenty of space between you and the car in front of you, plan extra time into your commute, and expect slippery roads.

 9. Avoid distractions

Distracted driving accounts for ten percent of all fatal accidents and is responsible for more than 1,000 motor vehicle accidents per day, according to the NHTSA, Texting and phone calls, especially for teen drivers, is a primary culprit, but other distractions include eating, talking to passengers, and adjusting the GPS are the most common causes of distracted driving.
                 
10. Driving tired

Did you know that driving without enough sleep is just as bad as drunk driving? According to the U.S. News reports that drivers "who sleep for less than four hours in a 24-hour period are 11.5 times likelier to crash. " If you find yourself getting sleepy behind the wheel, try to pull into a rest stop and take a nap. Light exercise is also good for some rejuvenation, as is drinking caffeine and water or rolling down the window to get some fresh air. Be aware, however, that these are just temporary fixes.