1. Distracted Driving
Mistake: Using a phone, eating, or being preoccupied with passengers.
How to Avoid:
• Keep your phone silent or use a hands-free device only for emergencies.
• Focus solely on driving; avoid multitasking.
• Limit the number of passengers to minimize distractions.
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2. Overconfidence or Nervousness
Mistake: Driving too confidently or being excessively timid.
How to Avoid:
• Practice regularly to gain balanced confidence.
• Stay calm, and remember it’s okay to take your time at intersections or while parking.
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3. Speeding or Driving Too Slowly
Mistake: Exceeding the speed limit or driving too slowly, disrupting traffic flow.
How to Avoid:
• Familiarize yourself with speed limits in different zones.
• Match your speed to the traffic flow (within the legal limits).
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4. Poor Lane Discipline
Mistake: Drifting between lanes or failing to signal lane changes.
How to Avoid:
• Always use mirrors and signals before switching lanes.
• Stay focused and maintain a steady position within your lane.
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5. Tailgating
Mistake: Following other vehicles too closely, increases the risk of collisions.
How to Avoid:
• Maintain a safe following distance, typically the "3-second rule."
• Increase this distance in poor weather conditions.
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6. Failing to Check Blind Spots
Mistake: Relying only on mirrors and missing vehicles or pedestrians in blind spots.
How to Avoid:
• Always look over your shoulder to check blind spots before changing lanes or merging.
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7. Improper Use of Brakes
Mistake: Slamming on the brakes or braking too late.
How to Avoid:
• Anticipate stops by observing traffic ahead and brake gently and early.
• Practice smooth braking to get a feel for your car's responsiveness.
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8. Ignoring Road Signs
Mistake: Overlooking or misunderstanding road signs and signals.
How to Avoid:
• Study road signs thoroughly during your driving lessons.
• Stay attentive to changes in road conditions or construction zones.
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9. Misjudging Parking
Mistake: Struggling with parallel parking or parking too far from curbs.
How to Avoid:
• Practice parking in low-traffic areas.
• Use reference points, such as side mirrors or parking guides.
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10. Not Adjusting to Weather Conditions
Mistake: Driving in poor weather as if it’s normal conditions.
How to Avoid:
• Reduce speed during rain, snow, or fog.
• Use headlights appropriately and keep a safe distance from other vehicles.
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11. Failing to Yield or Misusing Right of Way
Mistake: Not understanding who has the right of way, leading to dangerous situations.
How to Avoid:
• Learn and practice rules for yielding and merging.
• Be courteous and cautious when unsure.
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12. Overlooking Maintenance
Mistake: Ignoring routine maintenance like checking tyre pressure or fluid levels.
How to Avoid:
• Regularly inspect your vehicle’s condition.
• Address warning lights promptly to avoid breakdowns.
By being mindful of these common mistakes and actively working to avoid them, new drivers can become safer and more confident on the road.
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