Don’t be a road killer! Female drivers must master new driving skills

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This post was last edited by altpage on 2017-1-11 09:48. Many people driving on the road tend to keep their distance from female drivers in the cars beside them; in fact, this is a form of prejudice against female drivers. Driving is simply a skill that improves with practice; women are naturally not interested in machinery, control systems, acceleration, air suspensions, and so on. They inevitably devote little effort to things that interest them not. Still, I’d like to talk to female drivers about driving skills here; by mastering these skills, driving becomes a breeze, doesn’t it? One of the first challenges faced by female drivers who are not familiar with traffic signs is their lack of knowledge regarding these signs and routes, coupled with a poor sense of direction. This can easily overwhelm them on crowded city roads. If to add to that, an arrogant driver keeps honking at them, things become even more chaotic and the car may even stall, leaving no one able to move forward. The tips for remembering traffic signs were probably explained by the instructor when you were getting your driver’s license; after that, you just need to pay more attention, ask more questions, and remember more while driving on regular days. If you are not familiar with the route to the destination, it is best to check the route in advance and remember a few key sections and landmark buildings. The correct sitting posture when driving a vehicle is to have your back firmly against the seat back, so that your wrists can rest at the 12 o’clock position on the steering wheel. When the clutch pedal is fully pressed down, the ankles and knees are slightly bent. Driving in high heels is one of the most common safety hazards. Many female drivers wear high heels, thick-soled shoes, or slippers while driving, which actually poses serious safety risks. It is recommended to keep flat shoes with high friction in the car, and to place the removed high heels in the passenger seat or the back seat. Keep a broad view to assess road conditions; female drivers must look ahead and have a clear understanding of the road situation. When driving on crowded roads, it is possible to observe the traffic ahead by looking through the rear windshields of the vehicles in front or via reflections on the road surface; if necessary, one can also shift the vehicle slightly outside its lane to get a better view of the traffic ahead. One should also pay more attention to whether there are cars cutting in from the sides; if an accurate assessment isn’t made, a collision might occur ； It is not advisable to follow too closely while driving; maintaining an appropriate distance between vehicles is also very important. To learn how to reverse, one needs to use the rearview mirror. Many female drivers have the habit of sticking their heads out to look back while reversing; although the car is moving backward, their eyes must not leave the front of the vehicle. If you feel unsure, it’s better to get out and take a look to gain a direct understanding of the area around the car. When reversing, try to keep the speed below 10 km/h; slowing down gives you more time to react and steer. It’s understandable for girls to put decorative items in their cars in order to show off their cuteness and make their vehicles more attractive. However, there should be no excessive number of dolls and toys in the car. But if too many are placed, it becomes a safety hazard while driving. While driving on the road, it is common to see vehicles covered with numerous decorations; too many interior fixtures can directly impair the driver’s visibility. During an emergency brake, items may hit the passengers or driver. These fancy decorations also constantly distract the driver, thereby affecting safe driving.