Chapter 4 Insights
Road safety · 606 insights
Sustained high speed narrows your field of vision and accelerates fatigue and aggression.
Airbags prevent occupants from striking the vehicle's interior during a crash.
The general blood alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l in blood (0.25 mg/l in air).
Alcohol slows reactions, increasing the time needed to respond to hazards.
Heavy traffic demands more concentration, bringing on fatigue sooner.
Drowsiness lengthens reaction time, so stop and rest before driving on.
Not wearing a helmet is a leading cause of death in motorcycle accidents.
Monotonous driving conditions are the main trigger for drowsiness behind the wheel.
Road accidents have economic consequences that affect every citizen, directly or indirectly.
Always keep enough distance to stop safely behind the vehicle ahead, regardless of vehicle weight.
Whiplash causes neck pain, headaches, dizziness and reduced cervical mobility.
Drivers reduce road-factor risks by adapting driving to the environment and conditions.
Novice drivers (first 2 years) are limited to 0.3 g/l in blood or 0.15 mg/l in air.
A properly adjusted headrest reduces cervical injuries, especially in rear-end collisions.
Lighting is an active safety system because it helps prevent accidents.
In quadricycles fitted with seat belts, both driver and passengers must wear them.
Some motorcycles include airbags and stability systems to enhance rider safety.
Medication effects vary with age, habits and physical condition; consult a professional.
At the first signs of sleepiness, stop and rest in a safe place immediately.
Even below the legal alcohol limit, you can still cause an accident; only 0.0 is safe.
Stress, worry and long driving times are major causes of driver fatigue.
The minimum separation sign reminds drivers to maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead.
Rain reduces both tyre grip and visibility, so drive with extra caution.
Rear seat belts protect their wearer and prevent them from injuring front occupants.
Depression impairs decision-making, increasing accident risk while driving.
Novice drivers' maximum blood alcohol level is 0.30 g/l for the first two years.
A loaded vehicle has more kinetic energy, so its braking distance is longer.
ISA detects speed limit signs and warns the driver or adjusts vehicle speed automatically.
Reaction distance is the distance travelled between perceiving a stimulus and responding.
The driver's own state and behaviour are the main source of distractions.
Novice drivers' limit is 0.15 mg/l in exhaled air during their first two years.
Stop to rest 20–30 minutes every 2 hours or 200 kilometres of driving.
Novice drivers face a stricter alcohol limit because they lack driving experience.
Gloves are recommended for motorcyclists as passive safety against injuries and weather.
Mixing alcohol with drugs produces unpredictable, highly dangerous reactions when driving.
Seniority on any earlier licence (like AM) counts toward the novice 2-year period.
Cold medicines can cause drowsiness, which impairs driving ability.
All drivers must submit to alcohol and drug testing when required.
The general blood alcohol limit for car drivers is 0.5 grams per litre of blood.
Drivers transporting dangerous goods are limited to 0.15 mg/l in exhaled air.
LSD causes hallucinations and severe perceptual distortions, making driving extremely dangerous.
Chronic patients should know their medications' side effects before driving.
On buses with seat belts, the driver and passengers over three years old must wear them.
If ill, ask your doctor what driving precautions you should take.
Seat belts dramatically reduce the chance of injury or death in an accident.
Distractions can come from both inside and outside the vehicle.
Alcohol narrows the field of vision, producing a tunnel vision effect.
The submarining effect happens when the body slides under a poorly adjusted seat belt.
On ice or snow, drive smoothly using the highest possible gear to avoid wheel spin.
EBD warns following drivers via flashing brake lights when the vehicle ahead brakes hard.