{"id":9565,"date":"2018-06-07T03:02:03","date_gmt":"2018-06-06T19:02:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/x.www.carsome.my\/news\/here-are-5-driving-tips-to-help-you-be-a-better-driver\/"},"modified":"2025-05-19T17:08:45","modified_gmt":"2025-05-19T09:08:45","slug":"here-are-5-driving-tips-to-help-you-be-a-better-driver","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/item\/here-are-5-driving-tips-to-help-you-be-a-better-driver","title":{"rendered":"Here Are 5 Driving Tips to Help You Be a Better Driver"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In today\u2019s crowded cities, the most common sight that we see everywhere is heavy traffic and roads jam packed with vehicles. Traffic is hectic, and distractions are all around us, and other drivers or pedestrian\u2019s driving behaviour affect us too. A recent Ford survey found that an alarming number of young drivers who admitted using risky behaviour while driving, such as speeding and even watching videos on mobile. Below are 5 practical driving tips to help you be a better new driver:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 22px;\"><strong>Buckle Your Belts<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Wearing a seat belt is Rule #1, you just can\u2019t take that away. There are many drivers and passengers that just refuse to wear a seat belt, especially in the backseat as well. One of the common excuse given for avoiding seatbelts is not wanting to wrinkle clothes! Other reasons are that some people just prefer the comfort of not wearing seatbelts or tied down by something.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/Learning Centre\/Ford Driving Tips\/1.-Buckle-your-belts.jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/Learning%20Centre\/Ford%20Driving%20Tips\/1.-Buckle-your-belts.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Well, did you know that you can reduce your chance of injury by half in an accident, more so reduce the risk of death by 45 percent? Seatbelts are very important, don\u2019t just count on your airbags.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 22px;\"><strong>Know Your Car<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/Learning Centre\/Ford Driving Tips\/2.jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/Learning%20Centre\/Ford%20Driving%20Tips\/2.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Every car is different and functions almost differently. Understanding how to use your head lights, windshield wipers and temperature controls, would help you to get through tough situations on the road.\u00a0To add on, many cars today are equipped with driver-assist technologies like Forward Collision Alert or Lane Departure Warning System to help keep you safe on busy roads. Familiarize yourself with your car\u2019s technological system will go a long way in ensuring a safer ride.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 22px;\"><strong>Beware of Distractions<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/Learning Centre\/Ford Driving Tips\/3.jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/Learning%20Centre\/Ford%20Driving%20Tips\/3.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The list of distractions that could potentially affect our driving experience on the road are aplenty. From phone alerts, social media, lack of sleep, loud music, or even to meddle with the vehicle\u2019s media system, it causes accidents. Distracted driving is directly linked to a large number of accidents and fatalities on the road. Focus on the road, it is best to leave distractions behind for a fully safe &amp; careful driving experience<\/p>\n<p>According to Ford&#8217;s 2017 survey on distracted driving,\u00a054 percent of drivers in Asia Pacific stated that they try not to use their phones while driving \u2013 but they do anyway. These distracted moments while driving may be a matter of life and death, with extreme risks we certainly do not want to take.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 22px;\"><strong>Defensive Driving<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/Learning Centre\/Ford Driving Tips\/4.jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/Learning%20Centre\/Ford%20Driving%20Tips\/4.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Are you often the aggressor or the more defensive one on the road? Aggressive driving behaviour may include: making frequent or unsafe lane changes, failing to signal, tailgating or disregarding traffic controls. Practical defensive driving tips include the use of turn signals, keeping two hands on the steering wheel. For the regular driver, it\u2019s better not to engage with aggressive drivers as it only encourages them further. Follow the speed limit and stay within the lane, it\u2019s not a race.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 22px;\"><strong>Unexpected Weather<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Practice driving in bad weather in a safe, secluded location to see how your traction, braking and steering are functioning at various speeds. Strong winds or driving on flooded roads are common occurrences on Malaysian roads.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/Learning Centre\/Ford Driving Tips\/5.jpg\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/carsomemy.s3.amazonaws.com\/Learning%20Centre\/Ford%20Driving%20Tips\/5.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Here are a few strategies for driving through the rainy season: make sure to replace windshield wipers before the rains start and check your tyres that they have adequate tread and properly inflated. Also, turn on your headlights to ensure optimum vision on the road ahead. Take it slow, as driving at high speeds on slipper roads can cause your car to lose traction and skid.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">More tips on how to improve your driving skills? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/item\/5-Ways-to-Become-a-Better-Driver-Instantly\"><span style=\"color: #ff8c00;\">Click here<\/span><\/a> to read more!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Sell today with Carsome. We promise you only the best experience and more importantly its fast, fair and free!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In today\u2019s crowded cities, the most common sight that we see everywhere is heavy traffic and roads jam packed with vehicles. Traffic is hectic, and distractions are all around us, and other drivers or pedestrian\u2019s driving behaviour affect us too. 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