What are the precautions for driving in congested traffic?
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Precautions for driving in congested traffic are as follows: 1. Judging the distance to the vehicle in front: When the driver can just see the upper edge of the rear bumper of the vehicle in front, the distance is about 1 meter; when the driver can just see the lower edge of the rear bumper, the distance is about 2 meters; when the driver can just see the lower edge of the rear tires, the distance is about 3 meters. 2. Judging the distance to the vehicle behind: When the image of the vehicle in the rearview mirror occupies the entire mirror, the distance is 3 meters; when it occupies two-thirds of the mirror, the distance is 5.5 meters; when it occupies one-third of the mirror, the distance is 10.5 meters. 3. Precautions for lane changing: Many people do not have the habit of using turn signals and checking the rearview mirror in advance when changing lanes. Statistics show that 30% of rear-end collisions and side-swipe accidents are caused by drivers not using turn signals in advance. 4. Remember to shift gears when accelerating or decelerating: The most common issue for novice drivers is neglecting to shift gears, often leading to "gear dragging." Generally, "gear dragging" refers to driving at a high speed with a low gear, causing the engine to emit a "humming" sound, in which case the driver should immediately upshift. Conversely, when the gear is high but the speed is low, the engine noise becomes louder, and the car body may shake, indicating that the driver should downshift.
I get quite nervous every time I encounter traffic jams, especially since I'm a new driver, always worried about accidents. The top priority is maintaining a safe distance—don't tailgate to avoid rear-end collisions. When checking the rear situation, glance at the mirrors more often to prevent blind spot issues. Avoid distractions like playing with your phone or adjusting the radio; keep your focus ahead and be ready when signals change or the car in front moves. If the jam lasts long, turn on the AC or open the window for fresh air to prevent drowsiness. Also, use a navigation app to check real-time traffic updates and choose alternate routes to save time. If stuck on the highway, turn on hazard lights to alert vehicles behind—safety is the top priority, so control your speed and emotions.
