PREVENTIVE TECHNIQUE against car accident

You don't wanna get involved with life threatening car accidents, do you? All of us have the same answer to that. The rate of car accidents is increasing yearly, I guess its time for us to make an action and avoid accidents in the road as much as possible. It was a year ago when I saw a real drama of a fatal car accident nearby our house. It makes me shiver looking at the victims, bloody, unconsciously lying on the stretcher as they where brought in the nearby hospital. Then I said to myself… “I guess its time for me to drive cautiously from now on….”.
There are several things we can do to avoid accidents in the road. In facts a lot of writers have published tips on hoe to avoid accidents… its all up to you to read it… not just read…But to DO IT. Here are some of the tips I’ve gathered from the articles I’ve read for you to read and remember to avoid getting caught in a car accidents:
• Avoid driving in the “fast lane”. Always use the right or center lane in multi road lanes, with this you have a more escape routes, so if ever there is a problem suddenly arise, you can quickly change lane and pull-over.
• Check for cars twice before pulling into an intersection at a stop sign.
• Don’t just look at the car in front of you, but as well as the traffic in front of that car as well. With this, you can easily make sensible decisions if ever a problem arises.
• Always adjust the side and rearview mirrors to reduce blind spots. With a projected mirror in the proper direction, you can have a clearer view in the rear of your vehicle.
• Be very careful when you are close to trucks.
• Avoid driving using one hand or both hands resting at the bottom of the steering wheel. Drive with your hands in the 9 and 3′o clock position, because this recommended position allows you to have a complete control in the steering wheel.
• Position your seat close to the steering wheel, this will allow you to rest your wrist on the top of the wheel your arm outstretched and your back against the seat. With this position, you can have a complete control to the steering wheel for some last minute evasive maneuvers.
• This is what i usually do when driving… “JUDGE THE DRIVER BY HIS/HER CAR’S CONDITION. Avoid cars with a damaged windows or any body damage, it pertains that the owner is inattentive. Also, drifting in the lanes identifies a drunk or cell- preoccupied driver or a tired driver. better avoid getting closely in contact with this drivers.
• Be aware and know your car’s limitation. Pay attention to how your vehicle reacts in certain situations — in times of braking, power steering and cornering. This will give you an idea about the limits of your car’s brakes, how much grip do your tires have and how long does it take before your car stops after applying maximum pressure.
• KEEP YOUR CAR IN GOOD SHAPE!
• Many people prefer to drive at night to avoid traffic… but it comes with more hazards. Drive carefully when driving in a dark road…. and for goodness’ sake DON’T DRIVE WITH A BUSTED HEADLIGHT.
• The last tip on my list…..
Take responsibility when driving. You can only control what you do on your wheel, not what your other drivers do. It’s not a time to return phone calls or shave or log onto your e-mail.

NOT A CAR ACCIDENT, PLEASE...

Have you been into a car accident? A friend or someone close to your heart? Increasing cases of car accidents is a sign that no one is ever safe when driving in every road around the world. That is why, I have made up my mind to learn some important things that I need to remember in moments that I get caught in a car accident. I have read several articles about surviving car accidents and one thing that I have learned from those write up is that… “You are your own best friend when it comes to surviving a disaster.” Yes… you are the one responsible in every thing you do… in moment that you are fighting for your life in times of accidents.
Since you cannot bring along all the safety kits in your household when driving, here are a few tips that may help you in moments that your are completely vulnerable when you are caught in an accident.
Know that help is not on the way: The first thing that you need to put in your mind is that, the only person you can depend on is yourself. You are all alone and all that maters in you and you and you! Remember that help will not be on the way… bear in mind that you don’t have to wait for help… but instead… help yourself.
Don’t be your own worst enemy: For you to survive car accidents don’t be your own worst enemy… overcome your fear… cross the boundaries of life and death. Remember that when you are caught in a car accident, it is not about your fear of doing things that may hurt you… but instead… fear to die because of not doing anything to fight for your life.
According to Lawrence Nordhoff, Jr., D.C., accident reconstructionist and author of two texts on vehicle collisions there are several things you can do to survive a car crash when you only have split second to fight for your life.
• “Tighten up and brace yourself holding on firmly to the ten o’clock and two o’clock position of the steering wheel.” This can help you protect yourself from suffering more serious injury.
• The idea of remaining loose and relaxed is wrong! Contracted muscles protect the bones, discs, ligaments and nerves.
• “Keep your wrists flat, not bent,” to prevent wrist injuries.
• “Face forward, look straight ahead and sit squarely against the back of your seat.” Never allow passengers to bend forward in airbag-equipped cars because this may cause a more serious injury,
• “When stopped, keep an eye on your rear view mirror.” You have a better chance of not being injured or acquire a more serious injury if you’re aware of the oncoming collision.
• Sit at least 6 inches away from the steering wheel to avoid serious injury caused by the airbag crushing into your chest.
• The headrest must contact the area just above your ears. With this position, you can be safe from a more serious injury in your chest.
• Never place the shoulder harness behind your back. This may cause a serious spinal cord injury.
There are also things you can do a second before a car crash occurs. In the seconds before a car crash occurs, you only have time to slow down as much as possible and steer so as to reduce the speed at which the cars collide. The slower you are traveling when you start to decelerate, the slower the speed of the crash will be, which makes this a good reason to stay within the speed limit.