Break these bad motorist habits for a smooth road to safety.

Many motorists on the road slip into some bad driving habits when they’re comfortable on the road. However, these often result in crashes, collisions, or traffic violations!

In the U.S., there are an average of 35,000 deaths a year resulting from traffic accidents. As we all know, accidents don’t just happen; they are caused. Cars might be getting smarter, but this doesn’t mean that the driver has to think any less.

Avoid these bad driving habits that you may have fallen into:

• Failing to indicate: It’s important to let other drivers and pedestrians know your next move so that they can slow down and accommodate. You know where the indicator is! Use it at least 100 feet in advance.
• Rolling through stop signs: Even if you think the streets are clear, come to a complete stop before turning or proceeding into the intersection! If you don’t, and the intersection is not an all-way stop, you may cause a collision.
• Rubbernecking: You all know who you are… Slowing down to look at crashes or construction is not only dangerous but can also contribute to a chain reaction of slowed traffic. Keep your eyes on the road ahead so that you can stay alert to closed lanes or police offers directing traffic.
• Running yellow (or red!) lights: This dramatically increases your chance of a crash! If the light turns yellow before you reach the intersection, it’s best not to risk it.
• Speeding: Keeping to speed limits is not just for fun and games, it’s for your safety! Stick to the speed limit or just below it.
• Distracted driving: Avoid texting, making phone calls, shaving, putting your makeup on, eating, drinking, and juggling while driving! Anything that distracts your focus from the road should be avoided at all costs!
• Driving too fast for weather conditions: A storm has just passed, the roads are slick with oil and water, yet drivers still feel that reaching 70 mph on city streets is a good idea. It’s not! Slow down to avoid skidding, spinning, and causing an accident.

Along with safe driving habits, you can reduce your chances of an accident causing havoc to your car and finances with a secure auto insurance policy. Contact Martplan Insurance Agency to get started on your policy in La Habra and neighboring cities in California!