Even if you're quite practiced on the road, there are always things you can do to improve your driving. Maybe you've got a bad habit of driving too close to the car in front of you, or perhaps you learned to hold the steering wheel the incorrect way. Whatever it may be, here are 5 tips to help you prevent car accidents.Keep your eyes on the road ahead: Don't just watch the car in front of you-monitor what's going on in front of that car and traffic around you. This allows you to react to any accidents that might happen up ahead, which can be problematic if you don't see them in time.Keep your hands at the right position on the steering wheel: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends you put your hands at the 9 and 3 o'clock positions, because it potentially keeps your hands out of the way if an airbag deploys.Keep your distance: You want at least a 3-second distance from the car in front of you. An easy way to do this is to spot a fixed object that's even with the car in front of you and then count how long it takes for you to reach that same object. If it's less than 3 seconds, allow more following distance.Know your car's limits: You know your car better than anyone, so you should know it's limitations. If your car can't round corners very well, watch your speed. If it takes a bit for your car to come to a complete stop, brake earlier. If there are problems, make the necessary changes to improve your car (new tires, oil change, etc.).Drive cautiously at night: While there are usually less drivers on the road when the sun goes down, it comes with hazards. Fatigue, drunk drivers, and decreased field of vision are all things you should be aware of, so drive cautiously and defensively.If you've been injured in an accident, contact the Columbus car accident attorneys at Rourke & Blumenthal today. Call (614) 321-3212 or contact us online to speak with a lawyer.
