What are the steps of pass?
Steps for Successful Passing
- Scan for hazards, e.g., oncoming vehicles, vehicles approaching from rear, merging vehicles;
- Check for blind spots;
- Signal your intention and accelerate into passing lane;
- Accelerate quickly to an appropriate speed;
- Concentrate on the path ahead;
- Check the mirror for following cars.
Do you slow down when someone is passing you?
Each time you pass someone, there is a chance for a collision. The vehicle you are passing may change lanes suddenly, or on a two-lane road, an oncoming vehicle may appear suddenly. Slow down, and keep pace with other traffic. Going much slower than other vehicles can be just as bad as speeding.
Why do people speed up when you try to overtake?
You’re looking forward to the next passing lane, so you can overtake safely. But when you get to the overtaking lane… the car in front speeds up! It’s now going as fast as you’d like to go, so overtaking would mean speeding. It all has to do with perception of risk: The wider road makes us feel safer, so we speed up.
Why do people speed up when you’re passing them?
The drivers who speed up to match you as you pass them on the freeway, not out of anger or machismo but simply because their subconscious herd-animal instincts tell them that it’s completely safe and comforting to be driving at 75mph next to another 4,000-pound unguided missile. Tailgaters.
What three things can you do to reduce your chances of having an accident?
Preventing accidents is easy when you know what to do.
- Develop the right attitude about driving.
- Get as much supervised practice driving as possible.
- ALWAYS wear your safety belt.
- Underage drinking and drug use is illegal.
- Limit your passengers.
- Limit your night driving.
- Keep it slow and safe for starters.
What are 5 ways that you can reduce driving risk?
Following these defensive driving tips can help reduce your risk behind the wheel:
- Think safety first.
- Be aware of your surroundings — pay attention.
- Do not depend on other drivers.
- Follow the 3- to 4-second rule.
- Keep your speed down.
- Have an escape route.
- Separate risks.
- Cut out distractions.
What is the most dangerous type of collision?
Head-On Collisions