Receiving a driver’s license is an exciting milestone.
Driving is a privilege that comes with a lot of responsibility. Unfortunately, motor vehicle accidents kill thousands of teenagers every single year and are sometimes caused by dangerous driving from the teen(s) involved.
Driving can be a joyful and liberating experience when the driver is prepared for the road ahead and appreciates the importance of driving safely.
All drivers, no matter their age, must comply with the New York Vehicle and Traffic Law. Of course, nothing here is meant to substitute what you may have learned while reading the New York Driver’s Manual, attending an approved defensive driving course, or preparing for a road test.
Before you drive, it is important to know the vehicle. It is a good idea to read the owner’s manual.
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A few simple steps can help increase your safety as you drive. While obviously not a complete, exhaustive list of things to look out for, you may consider:
Many accidents are caused by distracted driving. These accidents are preventable, but they can have serious, life-changing consequences. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration:
“Distracted driving is any activity that diverts attention from driving, including talking or texting on your phone, eating and drinking, talking to people in your vehicle, fiddling with the stereo, entertainment or navigation system — anything that takes your attention away from the task of safe driving.” (https://www.nhtsa.gov/risky-driving/distracted-driving)
As observed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, anything that takes your attention away from the task of safe driving can increase the risk of an accident. Some drivers do the following things to reduce the chances of becoming distracted behind the wheel:
We live in a world that sometimes seems to always be in a rush. Speeding or tailgating (driving too close to the vehicle in front of you) can increase the risk of an accident because it reduces reaction time. It is also unlawful. All drivers should follow the Vehicle and Traffic Law and drive at a safe distance from other motorists.
Sometimes, even when you take all the right precautions, accidents happen.
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