Talking 'bout a resolution

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29 December 2011

Driver training specialist IAM Drive & Survive is offering weekly motoring tips to drivers from its head of training, Simon Elstow. This week he is advising on ways to improve your driving for the new year:

· Look out: Observe what is happening on the road ahead to give yourself more time to identify and respond to hazards.

· Anticipate what the traffic around you may do especially at traffic lights, roundabouts and junctions.

· Room: Make sure you keep space around your vehicle to leave you more time to deal with hazards.

· Refuel: When embarking on longer journeys, take a break every two hours.

· Mirror-effect: Use all your mirrors regularly so that you have 360 degree awareness of what is going on around you.

· Don't presume: Never assume that another motorist has seen you or will react in the same way you might.

· Learn: Be open minded and realistic about your limitations and always be prepared to learn from any errors you make.

Elstow said: "The new year is a common time for people to sit back, reflect and revaluate. Why not begin by making changes to your driving to make you safer on the road in 2012?"

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Notes to editors:

1. drivingadvice.org.uk

2. IAM Drive & Survive is a commercial subsidiary of the IAM and promotes occupational driver skills and safety for vehicle fleets businesses. IAM Drive & Survive helps employers achieve their duty of care to employees and reduce road accidents while driving on business. The IAM is the UK's largest independent road safety charity, dedicated to improving standards and safety in driving, motorcycle riding and cycling. The IAM has more than 100,000 members in the UK and Ireland. It is best known for the advanced driving test and the advanced driving, motorcycling and cycling courses. Our policy and research division offers advice and expertise on road safety.For information about IAM Drive & Survive phone 0870 120 2910 or visit http://www.iamdriveandsurvive.co.uk

 

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