5 Mistakes New Car Drivers Often Make

Most beginners find it hard to maintain the correct speed limit. Some people drive at a lower speed than normal due to the lack of confidence and fear of making mistakes, while others tend to over-speed their car, causing careless mistakes. It is wise to follow the correct speed limit to avoid risks. Also, you must be extra careful in some specific zones, where speed limits need to be changed. These zones include freeways, schools, construction zones, and residential streets.

Anything that diverts a driver’s attention from the road is a distraction. Whether you are taking an important call, texting, scrolling a social media site, or video calling a person, distracted driving can have a disastrous result. Also, some other distractions include speaking to a co-passenger, eating food, or changing radio stations while driving on the roads. All these distractions can divert a driver's focus from driving. It is crucial to maintain your focus on the road for safe driving.

All experienced drivers know the importance of using turn signals while making a turn on the road. These signals are used to notify other drivers about your intention to make a turn or reverse-turn. It is important to use these signals wisely and whenever required. Signaling will allow other drivers to make some space for you on the road.

A common mistake that both new and experienced drivers make while driving a car is not keeping a safe distance from other vehicles on the road. When driving on a busy road, it is vital to maintain enough space from other vehicles. In case the car running ahead of you gets into a crash with another vehicle or loses control, this distance will give you enough time to avoid it.

This kind of driving is dangerous for any new or experienced driver. Tiredness or fatigue slows down a person’s reflexes, and it can cause the risk of falling asleep while driving. It is wise to take a short nap before starting a road trip to cover for a complete night's sleep. While driving, you can keep away sleepiness by winding down the window or having a caffeinated drink. The best way to combat sleeplessness and tiredness during driving is to park the car in a safe place, have a break, and take a short nap of 15-20 minutes. In addition, one must avoid drinking and driving as alcohol affects the vision and driving ability.