Smith System

What is the Smith System? 

• A way to operate your car by using technology as you drive.
• An advanced system developed  to improve driving safety.
• A system found within your car to solve mechanical problems.
• A way to organize the maintenance schedule for your vehicle.

What does "aim high" in steering mean?

• To keep your hands at the top of the steering wheel.
• To keep your speed high enough to steer out of danger.
• To look 15 seconds ahead while driving.
• When the driver tries to aim the cars bright lights on a dark road.

What does "keep your eyes moving" mean?

• The driver needs to survey the entire driving environment.
• The driver should always look straight ahead.
• Keeping your eyes moving to monitor your speed.
• The passenger should help the driver survey.

What does "get the big picture" mean?

• Use your photographic memory to take a picture of where you are.

• Use google maps to route your destination.

• Cars are dangerous objects because of inexperienced drivers.

• Looking/recognizing hazards on the roadways before they happen.

What does "leave yourself an out" mean?

• Always keep a margin of space around you.
• Keep 3 seconds between you and the nearest vehicle.
• Plan 2 routes to your destination
• Have a back up plan whenever you go out

What does "make sure they see you" mean?

• Always wear blaze orange while you are hunting.
• Communicate with other drivers.
• Buy a hot red sports car.
• Always drive with your lights on.