With the number of cars on the road today, collisions and accidents are inevitable on Britain’s streets and motorways. Even experienced drivers who follow the Highway Code and can handle their vehicle will sometimes find themselves in a situation where an accident will occur. Sometimes incidents can happen in a fraction of a second, leaving no time to prevent the incident from happening. It is important that the driver give full attention to the road ahead and the cars around him when he drives. Losing concentration for a fraction of a second can sometimes be enough to cause an accident.
The number of whiplash compensation claims being filed is on the rise, which means there is a better chance that people will receive the compensation they are owed. These accidents can cause great pain, stress, discomfort and inconvenience in a person’s life, which means that all drivers will do everything they can to avoid being involved in a car accident or incident. There will be times when nothing can be done to prevent an accident from happening, but it is important to remain vigilant at all times on the road. This includes observing the behavior of other drivers and if your driving skills can prevent a collision with another car, even if it is the other driver who is driving badly, you should always try.
However, being aware of the road is not just about being aware of other cars, the condition of the road can have a big impact on how a car drives. The changeable climate in the UK means that it can be difficult to plan ahead and even a short trip can expose the driver to many different weather conditions. Since some roads are in very poor condition, potholes and cracks in the surface can make the vehicle more difficult to control. This means that driving at a slower speed in difficult driving conditions is essential to staying safe on the road.
A driver should also be aware of pedestrians, as they can create last-minute hazards and obstacles that the driver will want to avoid. When driving in a built-up area, it’s important to know if the speed limit changes, as many residential areas enforce a 20 mph speed limit. This is to give the driver plenty of time to react to people walking or running in front of him and to lessen the impact of any collision if it does occur. Even experienced drivers must maintain a high level of concentration, even on roads they know very well, because it only takes one person or one incident to make a big impact.