Here are 10 ways to help prevent being rear-ended in traffic:

Driving instructors teach new drivers to use the “3-second rule.” The three second rule helps you avoid accidents. When driving, pick a non-moving object along the road, like a speed limit sign, a tree, or a telephone pole, and when the vehicle in front of you passes that object, start counting in your head.

If you find yourself in a skid, take your feet off the pedals. Stop braking and stop accelerating. Then, quickly turn the steering wheel in the direction you want to go.

1. Look farther up the road to spot traffic stopping long before the vehicle in front of you slams on its brakes.
2. Check your mirrors more often.
3. Stay focused on your driving.
4. As you slow to a stop, identify an escape route.

Fines and Penalties The only vehicles that can make wide right turns legitimately or legally are tractor-trailers. Tractor-trailers are legally allowed to make wide right turns because they are larger vehicles that have a more difficult time turning a corner and landing in the far right lane.

An illegal turn occurs when a driver turns in a manner that is considered unsafe. For example, if a driver makes a right turn onto a road with two lanes, he or she should stay to the right and avoid crossing into the left lane, as this is known as an illegal lane change.

Most violations where an improper turn is cited as the offense, a driver may get 3 to 4 points on their driving record, depending on the jurisdiction where the offense occurred.

You will receive more points based on the infraction’s seriousness. For instance, a speeding ticket may only be one point, while a DUI or reckless driving conviction could add six points. The more points you accumulate, the more likely that you’ll pay higher insurance rates.

You may proceed without stopping, even if there is a red traffic signal light located within the island for vehicles proceeding straight through the intersection. If there is a traffic signal light or sign on the right curb of the right turn lane, you must follow the directions of that traffic signal light or sign.

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Constructions Zones 1-15 MPH Over: $367 + (1) DMV point. 16 – 25 MPH Over: $525 + (1) DMV point.

Speeding fines – everything you need to know about the increased penalties for 2017. If you get caught driving at 71mph to 90mph in a 70mph zone, you’ll probably get a fine of 50% of your weekly income. You’ll also probably get three points on your licence.

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