
The worst nightmare of most drivers and occupants is a head-on collision. Head-on collisions are not only terrifying to envision, but they are, in fact, extremely deadly. Avoid head-on collisions by following some general principles.
- Pay attention.
- Think before you react when faced with highway situations. Remember, you're often traveling at hundreds of feet per second. React wrongly, and it could be fatal.
- Anticipate potential situations, particularly at curves and at intersections.
- Avoid distractions like talking on the phone and jamming to music.
- Look far down the road so you can see oncoming automobiles and trucks long before they can be a problem.
- Watch for erratic behavior of other drivers and pay special attention to them.
- Use headlights or day driving lights.
- Don't hug the centerline.
If despite your best efforts, a last second collision is unavoidable, be sure to veer right, not left. Whether it's the oncoming motor vehicle, or a stationary object off the road, do your best to strike with a side collision or glancing collision, rather than head-on. If you or a loved one has been involved in an automobile accident or, worse, if you have lost a loved one in a head-on
automobile accident, know your legal rights. For a
free consultation, call
CGWC.
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