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How can you help prevent rear-end collisions?
My son has a bit of a lead foot and has been in two rear-end collisions in the past year. While I’ve threatened to take away his driving privileges, I also thought teaching him how to prevent rear-end collisions would be equally as effective. How can you prevent rear-end collisions?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Teen drivers
are notoriously difficult to get through to. But if your son has already had some collisions, you can help prevent rear-collisions by offering up a few of these ideas:- Extend the distance between your car and the car in front of you.
- Pay attention to driving conditions, especially in inclement weather.
- Don’t drive distracted. Put your phone in the glove box or use hands-free technology.
- Scan ahead 15 to 20 seconds.
- Brake slowly rather than slamming on the brakes.
- Obey the posted speed limit.
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