Common mistakes women make when driving that can easily cause accidents
Small mistakes women often make when driving can easily lead to unnecessary accidents.
Inappropriate seating position
Adjusting mirrors, seats and lowering the handbrake... are extremely important basic operations when driving. However, many women, especially new drivers, often make this mistake, especially with the seat position.
A seat that is not adjusted to fit the driver's reach or an improper sitting position can make it difficult to see, increasing the risk of an accident.
Forgot to adjust the mirrors
Adjusting the rearview mirror properly helps to expand the field of vision and maximize the effectiveness of the center mirror. However, many new female drivers often forget this because they are too focused on the steering wheel, gear shift or entertainment system...
Forgetting to adjust the mirror or adjusting it incorrectly will limit visibility. At that time, the driver has difficulty seeing the surroundings. This can easily create large blind spots, causing danger when traveling on the road.
Sitting too close to the steering wheel
This is one of the dangerous habits that women often have when driving. If you sit too close to the steering wheel, you risk serious injury in the event of a collision. On the contrary, sitting too far from the steering wheel causes fatigue and poor visibility. The distance from the chest to the center of the steering wheel should be maintained at a minimum of 30.5 cm.
Not keeping distance from the vehicle in front
Many women have the habit of following the car in front closely. However, this is unsafe when participating in traffic, especially in cases where sudden braking is required.
Brake when going downhill
Many women have the habit of braking when going downhill to prevent the car from rolling too fast. However, this generates heat in the brake pads and rotors, which can cause wear and increase the risk of warping or overheating. The advice is that drivers should shift to a lower gear to naturally reduce pressure in the transmission system, helping the car maintain a safe speed.
Do not use the handbrake
Not using the parking brake puts the entire weight of the vehicle on a small piece of metal in the transmission (called the locking pin). The locking pin is only as small as a finger and can wear out or even break. Therefore, using the parking brake balances the load, helping the transmission components to last longer.
Driving and makeup at the same time
Many women take advantage of the opportunity to put on makeup in the car to save time. However, this is just as dangerous as talking or texting while driving. Just a moment of distraction is enough for disaster to strike.
Use two feet to operate the accelerator and brake
Drivers switching from manual to automatic transmission often make the mistake of using their left foot to brake and their right foot to accelerate. According to recommendations, with automatic transmission vehicles, drivers only need to use their right foot to operate the accelerator and brake.
Using both feet to control the car can easily cause an accident. Especially in unexpected situations, the driver will usually step on both feet by reflex. If you step on the gas pedal hard, the braking effect will be reduced, and the car will not be able to stop as desired.
