Defensive Driving for New Drivers in India
Defensive driving means planning for other people’s mistakes.
5 habits that reduce risk
- Maintain 3-second following distance
- Scan mirrors every 8-10 seconds
- Slow down at intersections even on green
- Avoid blind spot cruising
- Expect sudden lane cuts from two-wheelers
Golden rule
Do not drive in another vehicle's blind spot for long. Either pass clearly or fall back.
City use case
At busy junctions, reduce speed early and cover the brake. This gives you reaction time.
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