What happens if you drive faster than the speed limit?
For 60 km/h speed-limits: Driving faster than the speed limit is associated with a huge increase in the chance of being involved in an accident involving a casualty. Driving slightly slower than the speed limit doesn’t make much difference.
When does driving on a multi lane highway become worse?
It occurred worse when I was driving on a multi-lane highway with barriers on each side faster than 50 mph. There were occasions when I was very tired, the problem occurred at speeds as low as 35 mph. One side-effect is that I have a tendency to experience anticipatory anxiety.
What’s the best way to drive at highway speeds?
Here’s some more ideas to try when driving at highway speeds: Stay in the right hand lane as much as possible — This lets faster traffic move safely around you on the left and allows you to drive more slowly. Slowing things down will automatically reduce your stress levels.
Do you have anxiety about driving on highways?
No wonder anxiety about driving on highways is one of the most common forms of driving fear. Unfortunately, highways are now a fact of life. Avoiding them due to anxiety is not always possible. If you live in a densely populated area, being unable to drive on a highway can be crippling.
Can You Drive on the highway for the first time?
Driving on the highway for the first time can be nerve racking, which is why it’s common for new drivers to only navigate local roads until they gain enough real-world experience to venture onto the interstate.
Why are people driving on high speed roads?
Drivers who are sleepy or asleep tend to crash on high-speed roads, and they usually don’t do anything to avoid the crash in the moments before impact. The problem is such that some luxury automakers have introduced driver aids intended to combat drowsy driving.
It occurred worse when I was driving on a multi-lane highway with barriers on each side faster than 50 mph. There were occasions when I was very tired, the problem occurred at speeds as low as 35 mph. One side-effect is that I have a tendency to experience anticipatory anxiety.
Is it safe to drive at the same speed as other traffic?
Do not make any sudden movements of the steering wheel. It is safest to drive at the same speed as the other traffic, provided that the other traffic is driving at a sensible speed for the conditions and within the speed limit. On a long trip you can use the cruise control, if your vehicle is so equipped, to keep your speed constant.