Chapter 4 Insights

At least one reflective vest must be carried inside the vehicle.

Pedestrians' reflective elements must be visible from a minimum distance of 150 metres.

Remove bulky clothing like down jackets so the seat belt fits tightly against the body.

Blood alcohol level peaks at one hour after the last drink, then begins to decrease.

When sleepy while driving, stop in a safe place and rest for 20-30 minutes.

A driver's ability depends partly on training, plus experience and psychophysical state.

The person is the main cause of accidents, since drivers must adapt to road and weather conditions.

Alcohol consumption increases reaction time, reducing the driver's ability to respond.

Alcohol increases reaction time, making the driver slower to respond to any situation.

The reflective vest is mandatory when exiting the vehicle on roads outside built-up areas.

Alcohol effects begin to decrease between 30 and 90 minutes after the last drink, once the peak is reached.

Cushions interfere with the seat belt's action and can cause the dangerous submarining effect.

Pressure clips on seat belts cancel their protective effect and must not be used.

Increase the safety distance on wet roads, since braking efficiency is reduced.

The lower belt strap must sit across the pelvis and hip bones, never over the abdomen.

If your motorcycle helmet has no visor, wear glasses to protect your eyes from dust and debris.

Always wear an approved, properly fastened helmet on a motorcycle, both inside and outside built-up areas.

Always put on the high-visibility vest before exiting the vehicle on an interurban road, even in daylight.

Always keep enough distance to brake without colliding with the vehicle ahead.

Eat light, alcohol-free meals before a trip to avoid drowsiness and impairment.

Choose departure times that avoid driving with the low sun ahead at sunrise or sunset to prevent glare.

Always deactivate the front passenger airbag when using a rear-facing child restraint.

Medications can affect driving, typically by increasing reaction time.

Alcohol reduces the field of vision, producing the tunnel effect.

The front passenger airbag must be deactivated when using a rear-facing child seat there.

Novice drivers (first 2 years) have a maximum blood alcohol limit of 0.30 g/L.

Alcohol increases reaction time and therefore lengthens the stopping distance.

Cold medications can cause drowsiness, so always read the package leaflet before driving.

Alcohol effects begin to diminish about one hour after the last drink, once the peak is reached.

The seat belt prevents occupants from being thrown from the vehicle during a crash.

Pedestrian run-overs cause the most fatalities in built-up areas.

Rear-seat passengers must wear seat belts on all roads without exception.

Children under 1.35 m must use an approved restraint system in the rear seats.

The V-16 is auto-yellow, battery-powered, and equipped with geolocation.

Losing the sense of speed is a clear warning sign of fatigue.

Plan departure times to avoid sun glare at sunrise or sunset.

Alcohol narrows the visual field, producing a tunnel-vision effect.

The human factor is the main cause of traffic accidents.

A driver's psychophysical state directly affects accident risk.

Wear the reflective vest day and night when leaving the vehicle outside built-up areas.

In emergencies, activate hazard lights along with the pre-warning device.

Fatigue reduces reaction capacity and increases reaction time.

Smoking while driving isn't banned but causes dangerous distractions.

Motorways and dual carriageways cause more fatigue due to their monotony.

In tunnels, keep at least 100 metres from the vehicle ahead.

Restlessness and constant shifting in the seat indicate driver fatigue.

The airbag complements but never replaces the seat belt.

Poor road conditions increase driver fatigue and impair psychophysical fitness.

The driver is the main cause of accidents, including in built-up areas.

The lap belt must rest over the pelvis, never on the abdomen.