Impatience

• Drivers who feel their journey is urgent tend to respond less safely to hazards and take more risks.

Aggressive attitudes

• Aggressive attitudes increase the risk of accidents

Positive attitudes that help reduce accident risk are:

• A tolerance and consideration for other road users
• A realistic appraisal of your own abilities
• A high degree of care for your own safety and that of your passengers and other road users

Tailgating

• When a vehicle behind is too close to you, ease off gradually and increase the gap between you and the vehicle in front

Large vehicles

• Take extra care when following large vehicles, especially at roundabouts, junctions, entrances, etc.
• Keep well back from any large vehicles that are in the process of manoeuvring to the left or right
• Don’t get caught out by trying to pass on the left
• Large vehicles can also block your view
• Your ability to see and plan ahead will be improved if you keep back
• If you are following too close behind a large vehicle, the driver might not be able to see you in the mirrors

Road and weather conditions

• Affects visibility
• Affects the road surface
• Rain will greatly reduce grip of tyres
• Dust reduces tyre grip