Do you often worry about taking a wrong turn on the road? Does a sudden appearance of another car or dog leave you panicking? Don’t worry! You are not alone. Driving is an intense business. At some point, even the most expert drivers can lose their chill. When in a tight spot, a few simple tips can help you a lot.
Don’t let it get on your nerves because we have compiled a list of common difficult driving situations and ways to tackle them.
When the traffic light turns yellow
No other road situation can be more frustrating than this one. You are running late for the office and right when you reach the intersection, the traffic light turns yellow. You can’t help but simply sulk over it. Although you can determine the right course of action based on your judgment, ideally you should not go through a yellow light if you think you can stop safely before the light turns red.
If a dog/cat jumps in front of your car
If an animal suddenly jumps in front of your car, it’s quite natural to feel terrified. You can easily get panicked but the right thing to do is to keep your both hands on wheels and firmly apply brakes. Avoid any swerve. because it can be very dangerous and you may end up hitting the car in the neighboring lane or at the worst run off the road into an electric pole or tree. Experts recommend using the “shuffle steer” technique, where you shuffle your hands on the steering wheel even while taking a turn.
When the sun is blinding you
If you frequently drive on the road at midday or close to sunset, the bright sunlight can bother your eyes. As much as you feel annoyed by this, do not slam on the brakes or swerve. Keep your calm and remain predictable to avoid confusing other drivers on the road. Slow down your speed a bit to avoid big trouble or best keep your sunglasses on.
When another driver is tailgating
Do roadside feuds sound familiar to you? Another driver tailgating your car always tops all the reasons why cars get pulled off on the roadside while two drivers yell at each other. To avoid any inconvenience, it’s always better to let the tail-gating car pass. This will save you lots of time and energy. Above all, it’s the safest thing to do in such a situation. Try to stay in the right-hand lane and as soon as you find it safe, let the tail-gating car take over.
When you are running out of gas
Ideally, you should never take your car out with less than a quarter of the gas in the tank. However, in worst-case scenarios to avoid getting stuck in the middle of the road, pull over to the side of the road in a safe area and turn on the hazard lights to alert others. Apply e-brakes and stay inside while waiting for the help to arrive.
When the tire blows out
Nothing can be scarier than a tire blowing out in the middle of nowhere. However, according to experts, this situation is workable and you need not fret too much. Reduce the car’s speed by coming off the gas and apply the brakes lightly. In case your front tire blows out, maintain a firm grip on the wheel and avoid abrupt jerking.
These simple tips can save you a lot of time. Last but not the least, keep your calm in all situations and you will never suffer too much on the road.
Nothing can be scarier than a tire blowing out in the middle of nowhere. However, according to experts, this situation is workable and you need not fret too much. Reduce the car’s speed by coming off the gas and apply the brakes lightly. In case your front tire blows out, maintain a firm grip on the wheel and avoid abrupt jerking.