Roadways throughout Orange County can become incredibly congested, particularly the Pacific Coast Highway and freeways. For drivers, this can be a challenging drive because of the bumper-to-bumper traffic.
Even though the travel speed may not be very fast because of the congestion, wrecks can still lead to serious injuries. It’s critical that all drivers take steps to avoid crashes, so these tips may be beneficial.
1: Stay alert
Drivers must always stay alert while they’re operating a vehicle. This is true even if traffic is slow. Paying attention to what’s going on around the vehicle is the only way that the driver may be able to avoid slamming into another vehicle.
2: Avoid sudden lane shifts
Some drivers are tempted to change lanes when they see another lane moving faster. While that might seem like a good idea, it can be dangerous and usually won’t result in reaching their destination any faster. It’s much safer to remain in one lane and continue to go with the flow of traffic unless changing lanes is necessary to reach an exit or turn.
3: Never tailgate
Drivers should always leave room between and the vehicle in front of them. This gives them the distance to stop if necessary. Some drivers are tempted to stay as close as possible to that vehicle to prevent other drivers from cutting in, but following too closely is dangerous.
Vehicle occupants who are injured in these wrecks may need urgent medical attention. This can be costly, so those victims may opt to pursue a compensation claim. This must be done within a specific timeframe. Swift action is critical, which may require the assistance of someone familiar with these matters.