What Should You Pay Attention to When Driving?

[BentleyDella]

When driving, you should develop the habit of fastening your seat belt when getting into the car; ensure the doors are securely closed while driving; and pay attention to slowing down. Below are some relevant points to note when driving: Develop the habit of fastening your seat belt: The importance of seat belts for driving safety is self-evident. Always fasten your seat belt when entering the car. However, some people feel that seat belts restrict their movement space or find them uncomfortable and choose not to wear them. Such behavior must be firmly resisted. Ensure the car doors are securely closed while driving: For female drivers, it is not uncommon for doors to not be closed tightly. Since female drivers may use less force when closing doors compared to male drivers, sometimes the doors may not be securely shut. In the event of an accident, a loosely closed door could lead to fatal consequences. If you are unsure whether the door is securely closed, do not hesitate to open it and close it again firmly. For vehicles equipped with a door ajar warning function, pay attention to whether there is an alarm sound or if a warning light is illuminated on the dashboard. Slow down when passing through intersections between main roads and auxiliary roads: When passing through intersections like those between main roads and auxiliary roads, if you cannot ensure whether a vehicle is approaching from the intersection, always reduce your speed, proceed slowly, and be prepared to brake in an emergency. When merging from an auxiliary road into a main road, the driver's view may be obstructed on both sides, making it difficult to clearly assess the traffic situation from all directions. If you fail to notice an oncoming vehicle from the side in time while merging into the main road, it can easily lead to an accident.

[LeCalvin]

When it comes to driving, I believe the most important thing is to stay alert and aware of your surroundings. Before changing lanes, always signal first and check the rearview mirror, then physically turn your head to confirm blind spots. Maintaining proper following distance is crucial - leave at least a three-second buffer on highways, and increase it during rainy conditions. Even at green lights, scan left and right at intersections to watch for sudden e-bike crossings. I almost rear-ended someone on the ring road last time just because I glanced down to adjust the AC - now I always enable Do Not Disturb mode when driving. If opposing high beams blind you on mountain roads at night, resist flashing yours back - slowing down and keeping right is the safer approach.

[McStephen]

For novice drivers, remember these three key points: First, whenever your right foot is not on the accelerator, keep it on the brake pedal ready for emergencies—it saves half a second of reaction time. Second, never speed near schools or markets where a child might suddenly dart out. Third, don’t rely solely on automatic braking; wet roads increase stopping distance—I once nearly rear-ended a car that stopped abruptly. Also, regularly check tire tread depth—bald tires have poor grip. Last month, my neighbor skidded on a roundabout and hit the guardrail due to worn-out tires.

[DelAdaline]

Twenty years of long-haul trucking experience: A comfortable driver's seat is more important than anything else—replace sagging cushions immediately, as back pain can easily lead to distraction. Always keep sunglasses handy for afternoon glare; if the sun visor doesn’t adjust well, use clip-on shades. Every freight driver knows the coolant temperature gauge matters more than the fuel gauge, especially on uphill climbs in summer. On scorching days, remember to carry a water bottle and take breaks at rest stops when needed. Last year, a fellow driver dozed off and drove his container truck into the roadside greenery—since then, I’ve made it a rule to stop every two hours to splash my face. After being cut off by a car while climbing a hill, I now downshift to engine brake on long descents.