Bad habits to avoid while driving.

Distraction, speeding, reckless driving, sudden braking, using a phone while driving… these are bad habits to avoid when behind the wheel.

Many bad driving habits cause numerous dangers and inconveniences for other road users. Here are some bad driving habits to avoid to minimize risks while on the road.

Distraction

Talking on the phone, texting, eating quickly in the car, or doing anything else that interferes with driving are all bad habits that significantly increase the risk of collisions or accidents. Furthermore, the presence of blind spots is a very unpleasant issue for drivers, as even a moment of inattention can have serious consequences.

Speeding and reckless driving

This is a bad and very dangerous habit. As you know, the streets in Vietnam aren't wide enough for you to drive at such high speeds, which is very dangerous for other road users and especially for yourself. Take more time and be careful every time you brake, change lanes, turn, and make a U-turn. Experts advise that every time you skid, always remember to look in the direction you want to go and try to steer in that direction.

Emergency braking

Wheel slippage occurs when you brake too hard and one or more wheels stop abruptly, or when you press the accelerator too hard, causing the wheels to spin too quickly. When turning, use your gauges. Whether the weather is good or bad, the gauges on your vehicle are designed for a purpose and will help keep everyone around you safer on the road.

Drunk

Driving under the influence of alcohol or stimulants not only directly affects driving ability but can also severely damage the driver's health and mental state.

The only thing that needs to be done is for the driver to know how to control their use of harmful substances like those mentioned above, and if they feel they are not alert enough to drive, they should stop and rest or seek assistance.

Using a mobile phone while driving.

You shouldn't use your mobile phone while driving.

Using a mobile phone while driving poses a risk of accidents comparable to driving under the influence of alcohol. Not only does it endanger the driver themselves, but drivers who use their phones while driving also compromise the safety of other road users.

Not wearing a seatbelt.

In the event of a sudden collision, besides airbags, seat belts are a crucial factor in saving the lives of those in the vehicle.

Some people may become complacent, thinking that wearing a seatbelt is unnecessary and pointless for short journeys, but this lack of awareness can lead to unforeseen consequences.

Tailgating or attempting to overtake another vehicle.

Being overly competitive, rude, and reckless are all bad habits that many drivers possess, but it seems that these traits are not stopping; instead, they are becoming even more serious.

Safety warning systems, appropriate lane allocation, and traffic signal assistance are methods applied to many vehicles when in traffic, but the practice of tailgating or attempting to overtake other vehicles in unsafe conditions still occurs frequently, leading to countless tragic and regrettable accidents.

Slowing down, stopping at the right time, and maintaining a safe distance are ways to bring happiness to many people, especially the driver themselves.

Not cleaning the car properly.

What happens when you're driving and your car gets splashed with mud from other cars? Your visibility might be temporarily limited. In some countries, not having a clean car is even considered illegal. So, take 5 minutes to clean your car before you hit the road. Not only will you feel more confident, but you'll also avoid affecting other vehicles around you.

Leaving too many things on the dashboard

When you have to brake suddenly, many miscellaneous items placed on the dashboard will fly straight into your face, making you even more flustered and putting you in a more dangerous situation. The dashboard of a car is not a bookshelf where you can throw all sorts of things.

Always turn on your high beams.

Driving at night poses many risks due to limited visibility. The narrower your field of vision, the more restricted your ability to control the vehicle. Therefore, many people choose to always have their high beams on at full power. Imagine a beam of light hundreds of thousands of times brighter than a candle flame shining directly into your retina? That's no longer a minor inconvenience. Instead, your ability to drive safely will be severely affected.

Place your hands at the 10 o'clock and 2 o'clock positions.

The correct positions should be 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock.

Imagine the steering wheel as the face of a clock; the 10 o'clock and 2 o'clock positions are not only incorrect due to driving habit but also extremely dangerous. If the airbag deploys during a collision, the force of the explosion could break your fingers. The correct positions are 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock.

The radio in the car was too loud.

Music or the radio in the car is primarily for the passengers' enjoyment; the volume should be just loud enough to hear, as road noises are more important to the driver than music. You need to hear the sudden braking of a car ahead or the siren of an ambulance behind you as quickly as possible.

Ignore the weather.

While speed limits depend on driver awareness, weather conditions are a more unpredictable and objective factor that many people easily overlook.

A heavy thunderstorm or storm is expected, and even scorching hot weather on the road can create unpleasant driving conditions and compromise road safety. Therefore, you should monitor the weather and choose the right time and route before setting off.

According to VOV