{"id":2653,"date":"2022-03-03T19:23:50","date_gmt":"2022-03-04T01:23:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/going-places.thegeneral.com\/safety-tips-for-new-drivers\/"},"modified":"2025-09-05T16:01:08","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T21:01:08","slug":"safety-tips-for-new-drivers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/going-places\/blog\/car-and-driving-basics\/safety-tips-for-new-drivers\/","title":{"rendered":"Safety Tips for New Drivers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>For <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/car-insurance\/car-insurance-for-teens\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">teenage<\/a> and adult drivers alike, getting your first license is a huge achievement. You\u2019re probably eager to start <a class=\"Hyperlink BCX0 SCXW177790290\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/holiday-road-trip\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined BCX0 SCXW177790290\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW177790290\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">going places<\/span><\/span><\/a> and flexing your newly acquired driving skills, but before you do, we want to arm you with some safety tips for new drivers. Staying safe on the road benefits you for obvious reasons, but did you know that safe driving also keeps your <a class=\"Hyperlink BCX0 SCXW177790290\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/car-insurance-for-teens\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined BCX0 SCXW177790290\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW177790290\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">insurance premiums low<\/span><\/span><\/a>? Here are some safe driving tips that every new driver should have in their back pocket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-stay-safe-on-the-road\">How to Stay Safe on the Road<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always remember that what you do behind the wheel affects everyone else on the road, so be courteous of your fellow drivers by making safety a priority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-avoid-distracted-driving\">Avoid Distracted Driving<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Anything that takes your eyes off the road can be potentially dangerous. Accidents happen quickly, so it\u2019s important to remain focused and minimize distractions. This means avoiding texting, calling, eating, tuning the radio, or turning around in your seat to talk to passengers while driving. Select your music, get directions, and finish any last-minute communications while you\u2019re still in the driveway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-obey-traffic-rules\">Obey Traffic Rules<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn and follow all the <a class=\"Hyperlink BCX0 SCXW126212000\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/what-is-defensive-driving\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined BCX0 SCXW126212000\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW126212000\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">rules of the road<\/span><\/span><\/a>, such as road signs and right-of-way, to make driving easier and more relaxed for everyone. Speeding should always be avoided as it can cause accidents and endanger other drivers. The faster you drive, the longer it takes to brake, which can make any subsequent accidents and injuries more severe. Obeying the <a class=\"Hyperlink BCX0 SCXW126212000\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/do-speeding-parking-tickets-affect-your-car-insurance-rates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined BCX0 SCXW126212000\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW126212000\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">speed limit<\/span><\/span><\/a> can prevent you from getting pulled over and ticketed, which can be pricey and even raise your insurance rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-buckle-up\">Buckle Up<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t neglect your seatbelt! Make a habit out of buckling your seatbelt every time you get into your vehicle. According to a study on teen drivers and passengers between 16 and 19 who died in car crashes in 2019, roughly half of all victims weren\u2019t wearing a seatbelt.1 Being properly restrained protects you in the event of an accident, so make sure that you and your passengers are strapped in before leaving the driveway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-adjust-your-accessories-accordingly\">Adjust Your Accessories Accordingly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you share a car with someone else, don\u2019t forget to adjust your seat and mirrors to suit your height and preferences. Make sure you can see safely behind you, on each side of the car, and into your car\u2019s blind spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-watch-out-for-inclement-weather\">Watch Out for Inclement Weather<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Roads become slippery and wet, and thus harder to navigate when you\u2019re driving in the snow or rain. Avoid driving on those days if you think you need more practice driving in <a class=\"Hyperlink BCX0 SCXW26802894\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/driving-in-rain\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined BCX0 SCXW26802894\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW26802894\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">severe weather<\/span><\/span><\/a>. If you choose to drive, leave plenty of space in front of you for braking, drive slowly (speed limits are meant for ideal conditions), and keep your headlights on. Don\u2019t forget to turn off cruise control if it starts to rain so you\u2019re in full control of your vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know how to stay safe as a new driver, don\u2019t forget to secure insurance for your vehicle before your initial ride. Here at The General, we believe that everyone deserves affordable insurance regardless of age or <a class=\"Hyperlink BCX0 SCXW204385910\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/car-insurance\/basics\/high-risk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined BCX0 SCXW204385910\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW204385910\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">driving record<\/span><\/span><\/a>. You can get a <a class=\"Hyperlink BCX0 SCXW204385910\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/quote\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined BCX0 SCXW204385910\" lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW204385910\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">free quote<\/span><\/span><\/a> in under two minutes or read some rave reviews from our happy customers. Want more safe driving tips? 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