There are many ways to keep yourself safe and here are some best practices:
Become familiar with all safety features that your vehicle may have, such as:
o Accident avoidance features
o Blind spot warning
o Pedestrian detection
Protect yourself from distracted driving
o Avoid texting while driving; check your phone’s settings or use an app to disable texts
o Pets can be a distraction; take steps to secure your pet for its safety and yours
o If you drop something, avoid reaching for it and wait until you can pull over
Protect your vehicle from theft by the following:
o Always lock your car even when driving
o Install an anti-theft device or tracking system
o Don’t keep valuables in your car
Become familiar with all safety features that your vehicle may have, such as:
o Accident avoidance features
o Blind spot warning
o Pedestrian detection
Protect yourself from distracted driving
o Avoid texting while driving; check your phone’s settings or use an app to disable texts
o Pets can be a distraction; take steps to secure your pet for its safety and yours
o If you drop something, avoid reaching for it and wait until you can pull over
Protect your vehicle from theft by the following:
o Always lock your car even when driving
o Install an anti-theft device or tracking system
o Don’t keep valuables in your car