If you have kids, safety is probably always on your mind. Whether they are at home, in school, or even on holiday. However, something seems to change when we get on the roads. A lot of parents completely forget the child in the back seat. It’s ironic because many have ‘baby on board’ plastered on the back window. But if you look at the way they are driving, they’re the ones putting the kids at risk. To a certain extent, it’s understandable why some people aren’t the safest drivers. When you get behind the wheel of a car, you’re taking on an enormous amount of power. It’s tempting to throw that power around a little and people do. Particularly when they have bigger cars. But those parents have to remember and consider the littles ones in their back seat. If they think about this now, they can avoid a massive regret later.
Bigger Isn’t Always Safer
ImageThere are parents who feel reassured that their children are safe because they have a larger car. If the children are high up and in a powerful machine, there’s little chance of them being injured in an accident. That’s rarely ever true, and some larger vehicles can be more dangerous. For instance, in the past, a number of SUVs have been tangled in lawsuits because they have rolled during an accident. As such, you shouldn’t assume bigger is better for the safety of your children. It’s not about what you drive but rather, how you drive it.
One Is Always Too Many
File CreditYou might think that you’re safe having one glass of wine or one lager when you’re on the road. According to new research, this isn’t the case, and one could be just as dangerous as ten. When it comes to drinking and driving, it’s best to keep the number of glasses at zero. You don’t want to take that risk. You may not legally be held responsible if you crash after one beer. But, if you do end up in an accident you will always wonder. Would I have seen that hazard earlier if I hadn’t been drinking? Would I have stopped in time? You don’t want to spend the rest of your life asking yourself those questions. You’ll be able to get a DWI lawyer on your side but everyone else will blame you for the accident.
Never Argue In The Car
Credit ImageChildren in the car can be incredibly distracting. They might be arguing with one another. They might be arguing with you. Some children can even be quite aggressive, hitting at one another. Those erratic movements will take your attention away from the road. The danger here is you focus more on your kids and less on the drivers around you. Instead, it’s best to pull over if you see your children start to act up. Make sure that you get them under control before you continue to drive. Or, find a way to calm them down by putting on music or their favorite show in the back. Many people don’t realize that arguing can be just as dangerous as talking on the phone.
