How to Teach Your Teenager Safe Driving: Psychological and Safety Aspects of Driving, with Advanced Driving Techniques

INTRODUCTION

In the guide, we define clearly the dangers facing drivers on the roads, presenting tools and methods to deal with them. The statement I can drive correctly and still get hit by another driver is incorrect. As you, the driver, follow the rules in the guide, you can reach your destination quickly and still avoid accidents.

Additionally, you will find in the guide that there is no direct correlation between speed and caution. A vehicle is designed to transport us, the drivers, swiftly from point to point.

Adherence to the rules in this guide will bring you, the drivers, quickly and safely towards your desired destination.

The main goal is not to hit another car and not to be hit by a car.

PRINCIPLES OF OBSERVATION

Proper observation consists of 3 parts:

Long-distance observation

Eyes lead

Steering wheel direction

1. Long-distance observation:

When observing over a long distance, two advantages are achieved:

A. Early danger detection whenever possible. In urban areas, the observation distance should be at least 200 yards, while on interurban roads, it should be 1000 yards or more.

B. Stability - The greater the distance of observation while driving, the better the stability. Similar to a cyclist learning to ride, the moment they look at the wheels, they lose their balance and fall. In a car, they won't fall, but their stability is compromised.

A longer observation distance allows for greater stability. The driver's body, their gaze, and the road create a virtual triangle, where a larger base provides the driver and his vehicle with greater stability.

The gaze must be as far ahead as possible, ideally beyond the vehicle in front. This way, if an obstacle appears in the path of the driver ahead, both can notice it together and