Chapter 11: Safe Driving Tips

The road surface of a bridge may be dangerous in winter because it may remain icy after the rest of the roadway is clear

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If driving in fog, a driver should turn on the high-beam headlights to increase the field of vision.

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Most rear-end crashes are caused by the vehicle in back following too closely.

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The three-second rule helps the driver determine a safe following distance.

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If a vehicle starts to skid on water(hydroplane), the driver should quickly apply the brakes.

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If the front right wheel of a vehicle runs off the pavement, a driver should ease off the accelerator, brake gently and gently steer back onto the pavement.

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Drivers who become stranded in blizzard conditions should remain in their vehicles.

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When experiencing a tire blowout, the driver should apply the brakes quickly and pull off the roadway to check the tire.

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If a vehicle starts to skid, the driver should ease off the gas pedal or brakes and steer in the opposite direction of the skid.

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Illinois law requires that headlights be on when atmospheric conditions require the use of windshield wipers.

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