Be prepared for rapid changes in road conditions and traffic flow. Expect merging vehicles at on-ramps and interchanges. On the freeway, be ready for changes in traffic conditions. Do not develop a “fixed stare.” Check your rearview mirrors so you know the position of vehicles near you. Watch for hazards–Look beyond the vehicle ahead of you. Cars, motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, and animals that may be in the road by the time you reach them.īefore changing lanes, look into your rearview mirror for nearby vehicles and over your shoulder to check for blind spots (see the yellow area in the image above).Take in the whole scene–If you only look at the middle of the road, you will miss what is happening on the side of the road and behind you. Green is What Is Ahead? Blue is What Is At Your Side? Yellow is Blind Spots/No Zones. Know what is behind you, so you can prepare for what is ahead. As you scan ahead, be alert for vehicles around you. Constantly staring at the vehicle or road right in front of your vehicle is dangerous. To avoid last minute moves, scan the road 10–15 seconds ahead of your vehicle so you can see hazards early. This space will give you room to brake or maneuver if necessary. Give yourself this reaction time by keeping enough space on all sides of your vehicle.
#Drive ahead online driver#
When another driver makes a mistake, you need time to react. Scanning your surroundings (keeping your eyes moving) includes keeping a safe distance around your vehicle.
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