Driving can be stressful. In order to avoid potential incidents or accidents, the Folsom Auto Mall has come up with some tips and advice on how to avoid dangerous driving situations.
First, always leave early. Give yourself plenty of time to get to your destination. When you’re in a rush or anxious about arriving on time, you might find yourself driving more aggressively and you may also be quicker to anger. Speeding, changing lanes often and potentially running lights or stop signs are not only illegal but can cause an accident or get you a ticket. Either way, you won’t be making it to your appointment on time. So slow down and give yourself some extra time. Leaving early will alleviate some of the pressure you might be feeling and make your drive less stressful.
Create a comfortable cabin. Your commute doesn’t have to be uncomfortable. Listen to relaxing music, set your climate control to the perfect temperature and you can even add a cushion for your back or bottom. Remember to keep a gentle grip on the steering wheel, too. All of these things can help keep you calm and focused, even in stressful or uncomfortable driving conditions.
Don’t engage with other drivers. It’s easy to get caught up in anger when someone cuts you off or is driving erratically. Ignore angry drivers and don’t take anything personally. Keep your distance from other vehicles, especially those who are driving aggressively. Be polite and practice restraint - you never know what someone else is dealing with or if something can escalate, so just avoid the conflict altogether. If, at any point, you do feel threatened by another driver, pull over, lock your doors and call 9-1-1 or drive to the nearest police station.
Finally, take a break when you need it. If you find yourself in a stressful driving situation or you’ve been driving a long time and are feeling tired or irritable, pull over. Give yourself a chance to calm down, rest and recharge. Take quick nap, grab a bite to eat or let someone else take over for a while. Driving tired can be nearly as dangerous as driving drunk.
Driving isn’t always easy. Take advantage of these tips moving forward to keep your commute safe and stress-free. Remember to leave early, make yourself as comfortable as possible, don’t engage with aggressive drivers and take a break when you need one. The Folsom Auto Mall wishes you a pleasant commute!
First, always leave early. Give yourself plenty of time to get to your destination. When you’re in a rush or anxious about arriving on time, you might find yourself driving more aggressively and you may also be quicker to anger. Speeding, changing lanes often and potentially running lights or stop signs are not only illegal but can cause an accident or get you a ticket. Either way, you won’t be making it to your appointment on time. So slow down and give yourself some extra time. Leaving early will alleviate some of the pressure you might be feeling and make your drive less stressful.
Create a comfortable cabin. Your commute doesn’t have to be uncomfortable. Listen to relaxing music, set your climate control to the perfect temperature and you can even add a cushion for your back or bottom. Remember to keep a gentle grip on the steering wheel, too. All of these things can help keep you calm and focused, even in stressful or uncomfortable driving conditions.
Don’t engage with other drivers. It’s easy to get caught up in anger when someone cuts you off or is driving erratically. Ignore angry drivers and don’t take anything personally. Keep your distance from other vehicles, especially those who are driving aggressively. Be polite and practice restraint - you never know what someone else is dealing with or if something can escalate, so just avoid the conflict altogether. If, at any point, you do feel threatened by another driver, pull over, lock your doors and call 9-1-1 or drive to the nearest police station.
Finally, take a break when you need it. If you find yourself in a stressful driving situation or you’ve been driving a long time and are feeling tired or irritable, pull over. Give yourself a chance to calm down, rest and recharge. Take quick nap, grab a bite to eat or let someone else take over for a while. Driving tired can be nearly as dangerous as driving drunk.
Driving isn’t always easy. Take advantage of these tips moving forward to keep your commute safe and stress-free. Remember to leave early, make yourself as comfortable as possible, don’t engage with aggressive drivers and take a break when you need one. The Folsom Auto Mall wishes you a pleasant commute!