Driving is like an art. Some will take less time to become perfect driver while others will take too long to learn few basic skills of a pro-driver. For one to be a pro-driver, there are rules one must know and then practice. At fore most, one must learn all the rules of the road from a driving school, take both theoretical and practical tests. provide some information about driving licenses and driver health. Practice makes perfect. To be a pro-driver one must practice to drive in different condition using different vehicles. Therefore, there are things you will practice to be a perfect driver such as:
Read and understand the permit book regularly.
Drivers tend to forget some basic rules until at the time of accident; they will realize they are liable for the mistake. The only way to keep in mind is to keep memorizing the rules of the road and safe driving tips.
Relax and concentrate while driving.
Being too nervous when driving will destruct your concentration. Always be relaxed so that you can be able to think of what to do when mishap occurs. You will not make mistake if you are relaxed and concentrating.
Always be sober
To be able to stay awake and fresh all the time always at a scheduled time so as to have enough sleep. Do not drive a late night hour when you are usually asleep. Having enough sleep keep your mind sober. The driver must be physically fit.
Mind the other road users
Always think beyond your current action. Before taking any action, driver must think of the effect it will cause to the other road users. You should maintain an adequate distance away from other road users.
Avoid excessive conversation with your passenger
Talking to the person in your vehicle will reduce your concentration or distract you.
Know your vehicle
Before beginning to drive a vehicle you are not used to drive, read its manual carefully so that you can know the location of various accessories such as horns switch, headlight switch, direction indicator switch e.t.c You should check the vehicle condition before starting to drive and at different distance interval of your journey. Ensure that all the direction indicator and headlight are functional. The tires should be well inflated and should not be worn out. You should know the turning distance of your vehicle as well as the dimension of your vehicle.
Observe road signs
A pro-driver observes signs as they are a means of communication. Maintaining a good distance away from other cars help driver to be able to see road signs erected along the road. Be informative to the other road user without scrabbling for space.
Weather condition
Rain causes a hazard to the vehicle. It reduces the stopping distance of vehicle by reducing the friction between the road and the tire. Heavy rain reduces the visibility of the road, road signs and other road user. Mist, fog and snowflakes on the road are hazard to the road user. A pro-driver should be able to drive in all-weather condition that makes the road usable. Ensure your vehicle screen wipers are functional, your tires are ideal for that weather condition on weather road. Ensure your vehicle has fog light to make visible by other road users.
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