Hard-Earned Driving Lessons 

Hard-Earned Driving Lessons

Driving is fun but I myself learned to do it properly the hard way. My car got into several bumps and repairs before I finally learned the do’s and don’t of driving. Good thing there is Auto Parts Online for easy auto parts replacements. Let me share with you some of the hard-earned lessons I learned in driving.

Driving on Expressways

An expressway is usually tied up with a speed change lane that allows you to adjust the speed of your car before merging with the highway. Make sure that you match the traffic speed before merging with other vehicles. Maximum speed allowed is within 55-65 mph. Exits can be done either on the left or right side. Give the proper signals using your side corner lights or turn signal lights to warn other drivers of the changes in speed and direction that you will have.

Check out the vehicles at your back and on your side through the rear view and side mirrors. As much as possible, there must be plenty of spaces between your car and other vehicles running on the same street. Do not stay too close. Take note that the left lane is meant for slower traffic while the left is for faster traffic.

Driving at Night

Low lighting conditions can very much affect your vision. You may have the perfect set of eyes plus excellent quality headlights and fog lights to back you up but still the road at night may appear to be much different from broad daylight.

Glare from other lights that are too bright can also negatively affect our clear vision of the road we are driving in. That’s why it is preferable to keep your head lights in a dim mode especially if there is an oncoming car or if you’re planning to pass another vehicle. Keep the lights clean and properly positioned.

Turning and Changing Lanes

Reduce your speed if you’re changing lanes or turning around curved and intersections. Use your lights or sound your horn to inform other drivers of the changes. Watch out for warning signs especially in rural intersections. Sudden braking or steering can cause uncontrolled sliding which is too dangerous if there is car following closely behind.