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  • garyr_h Nov 1, 2011 @ 10:03 pm | delete
    I wish more people in large cities would do defensive driving. Way, way too many people speeding and trying to get to where they can quicker by passing closely and not looking out for pedestrians. :(
  • Valline05 Aug 10, 2011 @ 4:14 am | delete
    It good to know safe driving before doing so for safety must be our priority in life.
  • kimsmithsp May 31, 2011 @ 3:12 pm | delete
    Great tips for all new drivers and older drivers! Great additions @bdb236. New drivers should also know how to inspect a tire, check tire pressure and change a tire. My husband just purchased KMC Wheels for our sons car.
  • newburydrivinglessons Apr 15, 2011 @ 1:43 am | delete
    Get lens. I do agree that people buy the safests cars around and the talk on their mobiles... it doesn't make sense. They also believe that as they now have all the fancy gizmos in their car that they are invincible and drive recklessly.
  • mukunda22 Oct 8, 2010 @ 7:14 am | delete
    I like to drive as if I have all the time in the world, but not so slow as to annoy the driver behind me! Keep up the good work here on Squidoo!! Anf In-Joy--All of it!!
  • bdb236 Oct 3, 2009 @ 10:18 am | in reply to rydigga | delete
    Driving Safety!
    * Avoid driving alone or at night.

    * Keep all car doors locked and windows closed while in or out of your car. Set your alarm or use an anti-theft device.

    * If you must shop at night, park in a well-lighted area.

    * Avoid parking next to vans, trucks with camper shells, or cars with tinted windows.

    * Park as close as you can to your destination and take notice of where you parked.

    * Never leave your car unoccupied with the motor running or with children inside.

    * Do not leave packages or valuables on the seat of your car. This creates a temptation for thieves. If you must leave something in the car, lock it in the trunk or put it out of sight.

    * Be sure to locate your keys prior to going to your car.

    * Keep a secure hold on your purse, handbag and parcels. Do not put them down or on top of the car in order to open the door.

    * When approaching and leaving your vehicle be aware of your surroundings.

    * Do not approach your car alone if there are suspicious people in the area.

    *Ask mall or store security for an escort before leaving your shopping location

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    Cell Phone Stun Gun!
    Stun gun Alarm Flashlight!
  • ChineseKitesforKids May 3, 2009 @ 12:07 pm | delete
    I feel dc64's pain. We live in SoCal "Land of Traffic" Man, how I long to hit an open road in the country somewhere with the your favorite music blaring. Now that's the American Dream!
  • saritajain86 Mar 23, 2009 @ 1:13 pm | delete
    Good advice for all new drivers. You have done a good job here.
  • Jan 14, 2009 @ 1:48 am | delete
    thanks for sharing some information about driving..
    good job..
  • rydigga Jan 4, 2009 @ 5:26 pm | delete
    This lens should be required reading for all new drivers here in New Jersey. I love to drive so it doesn't get to me at all, I just sit back and cruise. Thanks for the great lens.
  • JAV010 Oct 29, 2008 @ 4:04 am | delete
    Thanks for this information about safe driving 5 stars :P
  • dc64 Sep 13, 2008 @ 3:40 pm | delete
    I love driving too, when I am the only car on the road. Of course, that almost never happens, so in actuality, I HATE driving! I don't understand why people are so impatient on the road. I mean, does it really matter if you get ther 2 minutes earlier? 5 stars
  • MishaA Sep 13, 2008 @ 12:36 am | delete
    I am afraid you may still have some room for improvement. People usually don't hate things that they mastered...
  • BigGirlBlue Sep 13, 2008 @ 12:01 am | delete
    I've been in two accidents that had totally nothing to do with my driving skills. It's very distressing. I hate driving on the highway because of all the erratic drivers.
  • minisite Sep 12, 2008 @ 8:01 am | delete
    You may enjoy learning about my "safe" driving at my lens here: http://www.squidoo.com/underagedriving . Don't worry, its not criminale!
  • EverythingMouse Sep 2, 2008 @ 8:20 am | delete
    I liked the ideas that you have here. It is so true that people are fixed on the idea of buying a 'safe' car and then take no care at all in how they are driving. Such cars give a false sense of security. My husband was involved in a bad accident recently - all he was doing was sitting stationery at a junction so there was nothing he could do.
  • d-artist Aug 11, 2008 @ 3:31 pm | delete
    I once got a $250 ticket and it was not my fault It was an intrapment and I faught it and won, hands down...I wrote the Judge and explained things, actually suggested to me by the Highway Patrolman that came to my house to give me the ticket...what a welcome to my new home of only one week...this was my only ticket and I have been driving for 46 years...interesting lens...5*s
  • hearthealth May 23, 2008 @ 12:28 am | delete
    i have yet to learn how to drive. but i believe ill work myself into one very cool and calm head on the road. defensive driving is the only way to go! thanks for checking out my hubs! 5*!!
  • vjhernandez May 22, 2008 @ 3:08 pm | delete
    Is it moral to fight a speeding ticket? I would argue that it is neither. I couldn't say that a person trying to fight a speeding ticket is any less moral than the person that does not. If we assume that both are guilty, would both be immoral for breaking the law?

    For many a lesson is learned when they are stopped for violating a traffic offense and given a traffic ticket. However, there are just as many drivers out there that may never learn their lesson.

    I have won a traffic ticket dispute by default, meaning the officer did not show up. And the case was dismissed. I was guilty, I tried to rationalize my actions, but the truth is I was guilty. I fought it, and I won.
    The money was returned to me%u2026.took 6 weeks, but was returned nonetheless.

    You would think I would have learned my lesson, but I commit the same offense several times a week.
    Perhaps it will take another ticket for me to learn my lesson, or at least learn a lesson for a week or two.
  • seanalmond May 14, 2008 @ 2:15 am | delete
    Yes, I totally agree with you. To begin with, man is created having only two feet, not a set tyres. He's not meant to travel at the speed of sound. I always say to my buddies, "Hey dude, what's the use of speeding? You'll get there anyway." Drive safe, drive responsibly. People refer to eliminating useless and potentially dangerous driving behavior as "defensive driving". Now in the following site you can get more advice on defensive driving . Be advised. Drive safely and responsibly.
  • Apr 27, 2008 @ 12:53 pm | delete
    Hi, Misha! I stopped by your Google Mapquest lens earlier. You have a wealth of information about safe driving! Thanks so much for sharing! Here's another auto site that I'd like to share with you. It provides a brief discourse on free automotive software. Cheers!
  • Jeffreyteta12 Apr 20, 2008 @ 3:41 am | delete
    Wow! What a fantastic lens. All I need to know on this subject is right here on your lens. Thanks for your tremendous effort to bring all the information in your lens and for sharing. I like this lens and rated 5*. I have bookmarked this site to come back again. You can find a similar informative site about Auto Attendant Software at Auto Attendant Software Please visit this site to surf information about Auto Attendant Software.
  • Apr 17, 2008 @ 1:05 pm | delete
    Great lens on defensive driving! Thanks for spreading the word. Defensive and courteous drivers are very much needed these days. So many accidents can be avoided if everyone will just drive safely. Here's a similar resource about defensive driving. Please drop by!
  • Isabel22 Mar 31, 2008 @ 8:54 am | delete
    Good lens really i like it.Thank you for sharing this useful information.I agree with you in this context "Popular belief seems to be just that - Speed kills! With the meaning - higher than speed limit speed kills ". Here is also similar kind of information on car maintenance software , an interesting site about car maintenance software,Auto Auction Software,
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  • Lightstruck Mar 19, 2008 @ 9:15 am | delete
    Definitely an interesting topic you present and worth serious discussion.
  • mulberry Feb 21, 2008 @ 6:46 pm | delete
    Well I must agree that if we were more highly skilled drivers that would do much to reduce accidents. MUCH. Nice lens, interesting topic!
  • thomasz Feb 12, 2008 @ 11:37 pm | delete
    Cool lens. Interesting info.
  • artstudio Feb 1, 2008 @ 2:05 pm | delete
    The second lens is great again.
    Reading without the break, "on one breath"

    My logic (not car desiner, mathematician) stoped me at the point

    "this sounds like buying a best TV on the market and not watching it"

    should be

    "this sounds like buying a best TV on the market and not dusting it"

    According Don's videoclass we know 1-2 links to the same domain must be in a lens. You have 6 links to your blog. Is it OK?

    Thanks a lot.
  • RPETRACEK Feb 1, 2008 @ 10:16 am | delete
    I viewed your other lens on driving and had to check this one out. You present your info easy and biteable chunks..
  • Mia-Breitfuss Feb 1, 2008 @ 7:04 am | delete
    I liked your article on "Is it moral to try to get out of a speed ticket?" I think that most people are condemned by their own conscience - but there will always be those that push the envelope to see how much they can get away with.
  • usedcars Jan 30, 2008 @ 11:43 am | delete
    Thank you for a great article. I'm also concerned about car safety and support most of your arguments.
  • kevep Jan 21, 2008 @ 7:02 am | delete
    Great info, I'll have to keep this lens in mind for when I'm driving! Check out my Satellite TV for PC review and let me know what you think :-)
    Kev
  • LaraineRose Jan 18, 2008 @ 2:24 am | delete
    You might think it is strange for an oldish woman to write to you. I wasn't alway old. When I was young I drove in "Powderpuff" derbies. My brothers owned their (or I should say "our") own stock car. We learned how to "roll" the car. This gave the crowd a big thrill - but was very safe as we were strapped in and had strong "roll-bars." I had to learn how to repair the car too! By the end of a rally mum thought, by the look of me, that she had another boy coming home for supper. I earned the nickname "Wayne." I really do appreciate your lens. I am still driving and appreciate your viewpoint. I am going to give you 5 stars.
  • LRod Jan 4, 2008 @ 8:28 am | delete
    Interesting lens, I see we share interests. Check out my lens on Automotive Safety.
  • Susan52 Oct 6, 2007 @ 5:16 pm | delete
    Glad to know I sit properly when I drive. How about something about older drivers and when it's no longer safe to drive. (Scary.) Great information! (You might like my lens about Click
  • j.wilson Oct 1, 2007 @ 6:14 am | delete
    Very nice lens. keep up. ;)
  • KennelMaster Sep 28, 2007 @ 10:49 am | delete
    Yup! Unsafe drivers are the biggest hazards on the road, not the speed or lack of it.
  • Peter111 Sep 27, 2007 @ 6:46 pm | delete
    Hi Mikhail, great lens. I pull people out of car smashes, so I figure anything to make people drive safer has to be good.

    My lens:Make a gift basket.
  • Sep 24, 2007 @ 11:15 am | delete
    Hi Misha, you've done a great job here, valuable information! 5 stars for you! Try visiting my lens about Top 10 Vacation Spots.

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Hi, I'm Misha Alexandrov.
I love driving. I've been driving for more than 35 years, and I still love it. I drive fast and I drive safe. Yes, it is possible.... more »

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