Drive Safely This School Year: Part Two
The school year is officially underway! As we readjust to sharing the roads with students who are walking, biking, and driving to and from school, D’ELLA Honda of Glens Falls thought it might be helpful to go over some safe driving tips. AAA has released a list as a part of their “School’s Open - Drive Carefully” campaign. Last week, we went over how to slow down in school zones, coming to a complete stop, and minimizing distractions. Check out the next three tips from AAA below!4.) Reverse Responsibly - We love the Backup Camera in many of our New Honda Vehicles. But it’s important not to rely too heavily on this feature. Blind spots can still happen, so before you start backing up, be sure to take your time and look for kids in the driveway or sidewalk near you. Once you’ve confirmed there are no risks in sight, slowly reverse.5.) Watch for Bicycles - Kids love to ride their bikes, but they are often inexperienced and a little unsteady while doing so. If you are approaching a younger bicyclist on the road, make sure you’re giving them ample passing space (AAA recommends at least three feet). If your own child rides their bike to school, be sure to talk to them about biking safety and wearing the proper safety equipment, like a properly-fitting helmet.6.) Talk to Your Teen - You’re not the only one we’re worried about behind the wheel! Car accidents account for the most teenage deaths in the United States, and many of these are completely avoidable. Make sure you’re talking to your teenager about the importance of driving safely. On behalf of everyone at D’ELLA Honda of Glens Falls, we wish you a safe, happy, and successful school year!"AAA Exchange." School's Open – Drive Carefully. N.p., n.d. Web. 24 Aug. 2016. <http://exchange.aaa.com/safety/child-safety/schools-open-drive-carefully/#.V74NvJMrJTZ>.
