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Accidents on the road are often broadcasted over the news. Many lost their loved ones because of car accidents. It is important that precautionary measures are taken before and while you are on the road to avoid such accidents from happening. Here are some car safety tips to help you arrive at your destination safely.

Make sure that your car is in good condition. Car manufacturers usually recommend a maintenance schedule for their car. If you can, follow the schedule, if not, have your car checked regularly. Make sure that your car is in good shape, whether you are driving to the next block or planning a long trip.

Buckle up before driving. Make sure that your passengers have fastened their seatbelts as well. Make sure that everyone securely strapped. You can never underestimate the capacity of that strip to save life.

Keep both hands on the wheel. Position your right hand at the right end of the wheel's diameter and position the other hand to the opposite side. This will allow you to have a good grip and control over the wheel just in case you need to make a sudden swerve,

Focus on the road when you are driving. Look forward and that includes scanning through the traffic ahead. By doing so, you will be able to spot problems and will have enough time to avoid them. You will also be able to respond accordingly if there are risky road conditions.

Before you pull into an intersection look both ways. Scan for cars and make sure that it is clear before actually pulling in. The cars in the intersection usually rush through, it may not be there the first time you looked, but you*d be surprise with its loud beep just when you are about to drive through.

Avoid doing something else while you are driving. Most drivers have a habit of grooming themselves while driving. Some use their mobile phones. Others eat even read while driving. No matter how good you are in driving, doing something else while you are driving will divide your attention. This will also impair your ability to respond if there are sudden irregularities in the traffic.

Be familiar with your car's performance. Check how it reacts to certain conditions. Is it easy to maneuver when you are driving fast? Does it stop immediately once you hit the brakes? This will help you know the limitations of your car.

Don*t try to beat the red light. This is one of the common causes of accidents in intersections. It's not worth the risk at all.

Be mindful of blind spots when changing lanes. It is not advisable to rely on your rear view mirror because there might be cars behind you that you cannot see. It is best to physically turn your head to make sure that it's clear.

And finally, don*t drive if you are under the influence of alcohol. You may claim that you are not drunk but that will affect your ability to pay attention on the road. It may also cause you to fall asleep.

To avoid accidents, keep your eye on the road and focus on driving. Position your hands properly so that you can easily maneuver the wheel just in case a situation calls for it.