What Should New Drivers Pay Attention to When Driving on the Highway?
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New drivers should pay attention to pre-checking, not driving too fast, and observing more when driving on the highway. Here are the specific details: 1. Pre-check: Conduct a thorough vehicle inspection in advance, including tire pressure, engine oil, lights, etc. Also, plan your route carefully. If you are still within the probationary period (less than one year), it is advisable to have an experienced driver with more than 3 years of driving experience accompany you. 2. Don't drive too fast: Speed limits on highways are strictly enforced, with a minimum speed of 60 km/h and a maximum speed not exceeding 120 km/h. Therefore, new drivers should ensure they do not drive too fast and follow the regulations to avoid penalty points. 3. Observe more: Follow the road signs and drive in the appropriate lane. When overtaking, always use your turn signals in advance and frequently check your rearview mirrors. Choose the right moment to change lanes and overtake, and after completing the maneuver, check again before returning to the driving lane.
Just took my cousin on his first highway drive a few days ago, sharing some practical tips. Newbies fear indecision the most—once entering the ramp, decisively accelerate to 80+ km/h, signal and check mirrors in one smooth motion; hesitation increases danger. I always remind him: don’t death-grip the steering wheel, just rest your hands lightly, or your arms will be exhausted after two hours. Once, a truck ahead suddenly had a tire blowout, sending debris flying—I immediately yelled at him to ease off the gas and hit the hazard lights. Thankfully, we’d left a four-second gap, avoiding a rear-end collision. Pull into a service area every 200 km, not just for fuel but to stretch stiff necks—once I drove three hours straight and couldn’t lift my shoulders afterward. During the probationary period, remember to display the yellow ‘new driver’ decal; last year, a rookie got pulled over and lectured by traffic police for missing it.
