14-07-2009, 07:38pm
The main tip I remember from when I did my L's & P's courses (in NSW) was to always change your position in the lane you're in. For example, when you are approaching a sidestreet that enters from the left, move to the far right in your lane (and vice versa if the side street enters on your right), that way you are the furthest distance away from a reatrded car driver entering the traffic flow...let's face it...if we're gonna get hurt it'll be from impact with a car. The other main tip is that when following a car, constantly alter your lane position i.e. sit in the left side of the lane for a while, then shift to the right side of the lane, and also sit in the middle of the lane for a while. This maximises the chance of the steering wheel attendant in front noticing your headlight and realising that you are there in the first place.