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Lane Discipline

27% of all fatalities are linked to incorrect changing of lanes or serving, as well as 20% of all accidents and 21% of injuries. This makes it the #1 killer on our roads!! Changing lanes properly can be a complex maneuver and it must always take our full attention!

How to manage it right!

  • Look in front of you, behind you and next to you if you are clear to change
  • Use your indicator a few seconds BEFORE you change
  • Be mindful of those around you and observe the different speeds of the cars in the other lanes.
  • If you want to exit,go to the right lane in
  • If you need to cross multiple lines, do it one-by-one and check carefully prior to each lane
  • Be considerate to other drivers who want to change their
  • Drive defensively and with
  • Fully concentrate when changing lanes, especially in dense
  • Many high-end cars come with lane departure warning I assistance system – consider this key safety feature in your buying

Watch out for this

  • Do not cross more than 1 lane at
  • Stay away from any distractions when changing lanes and be fully concentrated .
  • Don’t cut into the way of other driver
  • Don’t do last second lane changes or exits -you must plan your moves in time!
  • Watch out for drivers not changing lanes properly -they endanger you and themselves .
  • If your car has lane departure warning I assistance systems – switch them on!

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