
The Great American RoadTrip Forum - 70 Rules of Defensive Driving
In this collection, " 70 Rules of Defensive Driving," he shares wisdom gained from nearly fifteen years of teaching defensive driving and traffic law in his home state of Arizona.
Defensive Driving Rule #32: Be A Safe Passer
Defensive Driving TipsSo what's my point? First, consider whether you really need to pass at all. I think it is often a much wiser thing to do to consider how fast that guy ahead of you is going, and if he's …
Defensive Driving Rule #49: Make Safe and Sane Left Turns
Left turns at controlled intersections are one of the most dangerous driving maneuvers. They don't have to be -- the dangers can be controlled. The most important thing is to be knowledgeable -- and then …
Defensive Driving Rule #20: Beware of Intersections
Defensive Driving TipsIntersections are one of the most dangerous areas for any driver. One oft-quoted statistic is that over 80% of all city collisions involving injury or death occur within signal-light (or …
Safe Winter Driving - RoadTrip America
Oct 30, 2005 · Planning a road trip through snow and ice? These road-tested tips from professional driving instructor Bob Schaller will help keep you safe, warm, and on track. RTA's Road Food Guru …
Defensive Driving Rule #67: Keep Your Child Safe in the Center
Defensive Driving TipsThe safest place for a child is in the center of the rear seat, in a protective seat (for as long as you can keep them in it). The front-right seat in a left-hand drive vehicle is not a safe …
Defensive Driving Rule #6: Buckle Up! - RoadTrip America
The insurance company or a court may rule that X% of your injuries were caused by your failure to protect yourself, and reduce any award by that amount. If your injuries are severe, that can cost you …
Defensive Driving Rule #27: Get Rid of Tailgaters
Defensive Driving TipsSecond, the best thing to do is get the tailgater safely around you. Do this by slowing slightly below the normal flow of traffic speed. This allows him more room to pass, and your …
The Great American RoadTrip Forum - Defensive Driving Rule #44: …
What does the term "impaired driving" mean to you? If you're like many, drinking and driving comes to mind quickest. But impairment is a term that characterizes any similar insufficiency. Webster's 2nd …
Defensive Driving Rule #62: Don't Cross a Freeway Median!
Defensive Driving TipsThe "technical" term for an Interstate, a freeway, or an expressway is "controlled-access highway." The elements behind the safety and speed of travel on these highways are …