Common Car Driving Mistakes

While many people consider themselves adept drivers, the sheer number of auto accidents that occur every year suggests that this may not always be the case. Even drivers who have been on the road for years often fall victim to commonly overlooked driving mistakes. Here are some car safety tips to help you avoid trouble on the road.

Adjust your mirrors
Too many people hop into the driver's seat without checking their mirrors. While you may feel like you're aware of what's happening around you, poorly adjusted mirrors can cause hazardous blind spots. Side mirrors in particular are often neglected, according to AskMen.com. Make sure these mirrors are angled so you don't see your own vehicle, just the road behind you, to eliminate blind spots.

Following distance
If you've ever been tailgated by an aggressive driver, you know how nerve racking every stop can be - fearing that you'll end up with another car in your backseat. However, people often don't realize that they may be following the car in front of them too closely as well, according to TheDailyBeast.com. The source recommends leaving at least a two-second distance between yourself and other vehicles on paved roads and a four-second distance on unpaved routes.

High beams
When driving on a dark country road, your high beams can be your best friend. However, people often don't realize that high beams can be a liability when driving in high-traffic areas, according to AskMen.com. Your bright lights can blind oncoming traffic and create an aggravating mirror glare for vehicles traveling ahead of you.

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