The good news is that auto accident rates are declining. But the bad news is that one in 25 drivers will still file an auto accident claim this year. Slow down particularly if it is dark, when it is raining or snowing, or when you re in an unfamiliar area.
Many accidents occur because of driver distraction.
If you re traveling with someone else, ask them to make any radio or climate control adjustments. Don t drive when you are tired. On long trips, take a break at least every two hours. Before the development of ABS, drivers were taught to pump their brakes, especially on wet, icy or other slippery roads. ABS essentially does the pumping for you.