Driving - alertness

Which FOUR are most likely to cause you to lose concentration while driving?

• Using a mobile phone

• Looking at a map.

• Talking into a microphone

• Checking the mirrors.

• Tuning the car radio.

Your mobile phone rings while you are travelling. You should...

• Stop immediately.

• answer it immediately.

• pull up in a suitable place.

• pull up at the nearest kerb.

Answer explanation

Better to switch it off or use handsfree.

On a long journey, boredom can cause you to feel sleepy. You should ...

• play some loud music.

• plan your journey with rest stops.

• drive faster to complete your journey sooner.

• ensure a supply of fresh air into your vehicle.

Objects hanging from your rear view mirror may

• restrict your view

• improve your driving.

• keep you focused.

• help your concentration.

You're driving at dusk. You should switch on your lights

• when you see other traffic.

• so others can see you.

• only when others have done so

• only when the street lights are lit.

You lose your way on a busy road. What is the best action to take?

• Stop at traffic lights and ask pedestrians.

• Shout to other drivers to ask them the way.

• Turn into a side road, stop and check a map.

• Check a map and keep going.