If You're a New Driver, This Habit May Be Worth Considering

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If You're a New Driver, This Habit May Be Worth Considering

Watching Pedestrian Crosswalk Areas

Checking Mirrors Constantly

Creating Large Following Buffers

Expecting Hidden Driveway Hazards

Glancing at Your Dashboard

Identifying Highway Escape Routes

Monitoring Intersections Before Entering

Observing Erratic Driver Behavior

Reading Distant Traffic Signs

Scanning Far Ahead Consistently

Tracking Adjacent Vehicle Blindspots

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Stepping behind the wheel when you’re a new driver feels like instant freedom. You learn the traffic rules, you nail the parking thing and parallel parking and all that, but the real thing that keeps you safe is this defensive scanning habit. Like, actually moving your eyes every few seconds so you notice trouble before it shows up. Then if something unexpected hits the road you’re not just sitting there reacting late.
 

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