Sure, I take my time and obey the traffic laws, but it’s still an incredibly dangerous thing I do, and I do it everyday.

Just a quick post on some nice tips UPS had to say about driving safely:

  1. Look as far down the road as possible to uncover important traffic information to make appropriate decisions.
  2. Maintain the proper following distance so you can comfortably determine the true hazards around your vehicle. Don’t tailgate others.
  3. Scan – don’t stare. Constantly shift you eyes while driving. Active eyes keep up with changing traffic conditions.
  4. Be prepared. Surround your vehicle with space in front and at least on one side to escape conflict.
  5. Communicate in traffic with your horn, lights and signals to establish eye contact with motorists and pedestrians. Be reasonably sure of people’s intentions.

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