A driving expert has given advice on how to avoid habits that stress drivers out on long journeys. Many people will soon be taking to the motorway for a summer drive, and ATS Euromaster has given advice to avoid the symptoms of sweaty driving stress on long-distance journeys.
ATS Euromaster technical support engineer Simon Wayne expressed concern about the growing fear among drivers about high-speed roads, blaming this on the growing negativity surrounding smart motorways.
He said: “With the news that smart motorway technology leaves drivers at risk, our data reveals an almost universal aversion to smart motorway technology among UK drivers. Perhaps it is not surprising that the M25, a motorway intelligent, has been classified as the worst highway in the world. United Kingdom to move forward.”
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He continued: “The results also point to a direct correlation between lack of confidence in highway driving, with drivers reporting that anxiety and avoidance are results of highway driving, even though they are statistically among the safest roads in the country.
ATS Euromaster offered drivers advice to stay safe on the highway: stay strictly in the left lane unless overtaking, to avoid unnecessary risks of breakdown in the center lane, which in addition to being a real nuisance could also cause congestion, reports the Express.
Consequently, drivers who detect a problem with their vehicle should change to the left lane as soon as it is safe, making it easier to park on the shoulder or in the emergency zone if necessary.
ATS Euromaster also suggests that ensuring your vehicle is in good working order can make motorway driving safer and less stressful. By taking a few minutes to inspect components under the hood and refill fluids when necessary, drivers can minimize the risk of breakdown.
Additionally, making sure your tires have the correct air pressure can prevent blowouts, which could cause your vehicle to suddenly swerve into traffic or spin. Finally, if a car breaks down on a motorway, ATS Euromaster warns drivers to never attempt to repair the vehicle themselves.
Whether a driver stops on the shoulder, in an emergency zone, or in an active lane, any work on the vehicle puts them at risk of being hit at speeds of up to 70 mph. Instead, it is recommended that drivers and all passengers exit the vehicle and stand on the other side of the safety barrier to avoid injury if another road user collides with the car.
