Everyday driving tips
As a driver, you actually have a lot of control
over the risks you face on the road. Knowing the best way to deal
with the everyday situations you encounter will help ensure you
reach your destination safely.
Here are some of the most important driving techniques
and habits you can (and should) adopt. We explain how you can:
- Protect yourself from aggressive drivers.
- Apply the 2-second rule to stay a safe distance behind the car
in front, plus other critical vehicle-handling techniques.
- Not drive impaired - whether
from alcohol, medications and other drugs, driver fatigue or plain
old lack of sleep.
- Protect yourself from a serious intersection collision.
- Share the road with trucks, and keep clear of their large blind
spots.
- Pull over for a fire truck, ambulance or police car.
- Avoid hitting wildlife on the highway.
Also, if you live in the Lower Mainland, take
a look at the map of disaster
response routes. Know where you should never drive if
an earthquake or other disaster strikes.
B.C.'s safe driving guide
The everyday road safety tips on these pages
can help keep you safe on the road. For more detailed, complete information,
check out our online publication,
RoadSense
for Drivers.
