Are you someone who struggles with road rage? Maybe you disobey the posted speed limits? Perhaps you are someone who uses the phone in the car? While these are all poor habits to use when driving, they are also likely habits your kids will pick up as well. At D Mac’s Auto Repair in Escondido, CA we always encourage customers to develop good driving habits such as regular repairs, but there is a lot more to the story. Let’s spend time figuring out the best habits to teach your kids.
Avoiding future “road ragers”
You honk the horn, scream at the fool who cut you off, get angrier as you wait in traffic…this is road rage. Whether you think you have it or not, it is something your kids will learn, too. So, if you want them to have good driving habits, remember to breathe deeply, refrain from shows of aggression and focus on safe driving and keeping your kids happy.
Avoid using the phone
Even if you have handless options, one of our top good driving habits is to avoid distractions of all kinds. Studies show that just holding a conversation is distracting, so keep the phones out of sight. Also, consider skipping any eating or drinking in the car – not only does it keep the car cleaner but reduces risks of accidents.
Avoid breaking the law
This goes without saying, but a lot of people do not know the laws that apply to the areas in which they are driving. Do you know how to navigate that roundabout? Do you know who has the right of way at the intersection? What the speed limit? What did that sign say about workers ahead? Good driving habits begin by paying attention to the road rules.
Avoid becoming a hazard
Regular auto care is another of our most recommended habits. If something falls off your car, it breaks down, it spills oil or becomes impossible to handle, it is something that could have probably been addressed with proper auto care.
Visit Us for Auto Maintenance in Escondido
Do you think you have good driving habits? Give these tips a lot of thought, and think about the ways you influence your child’s future driving behaviors too. If you want to get some repair, just give us a call at our Escondido, CA office at 760-746-0111. You can also use our online contact form and one of our staff will get back to you promptly.
