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Intercity Driving Skills Crafted for Urban Drivers

Intercity Highways are the lifelines connecting bustling cities, promising adventure and offering economic opportunities. Intercity highway driving requires a mix of defensive driving skills and strategic planning. Here are essential skills and strategies to master for intercity highway driving:

    1. Avoid Frequent Lane Changes

    Change lanes only when necessary and do so smoothly after using your car’s indicators.

    • Right Lane: Typically for slower-moving traffic and merging. Stay here unless overtaking.
    • Left Lane: For passing other vehicles. Return to the right lane after overtaking to keep traffic flowing smoothly.

    2. Controlled Driving

    • Use cruise control on long stretches to maintain a consistent speed and improve fuel efficiency. Be ready to deactivate it if traffic conditions change.
    • Accelerate and decelerate gradually. Sudden movements can startle other drivers and lead to accidents.

    3. Defensive Driving

    • Watch for vehicles entering or exiting the highway and be prepared for sudden stops or changes in traffic flow.
    • Regularly check your mirrors and be mindful of cars in adjacent lanes and behind you.

    4. Safe Following Distance

    • Maintain a three-second gap between your vehicle and the one in front. Increase this distance in poor weather or low visibility conditions.
    • In heavy traffic or adverse weather, increase the following distance to allow for longer reaction times.
    • If there’s a heavy vehicle ahead of you then your distance should be even more than three seconds.

    5. Proper Use of Mirrors and Indicators

    • Frequently check your rearview and side mirrors to monitor traffic around you.
    • Always use indicators well in advance when changing lanes or preparing to exit.

    6. Proper Use Headlight:

    • Utilize high beams when driving in low-visibility conditions, but switch to low beams when approaching other vehicles or driving in well-lit areas.

    7. Navigating Exits and Interchanges

    • Stay in the appropriate lane well before your exit or interchange.
    • Pay close attention to exit signs and lane markings to avoid missing your turn or entering the wrong lane.

    8. Adjusting Speed and Adapting to Traffic Flow

    • Follow posted speed limits and adapt your speed to match traffic conditions, especially in construction zones or places with heavy traffic.

    9. Handling Long Distances

    • Take Breaks: Stop every 3-4 hours to rest,  stretch, and refresh. This helps prevent driver fatigue and maintains alertness.

    10. Weather Adaptations

    • In rain or fog, reduce your speed and increase your following distance. Use headlights and windshield wipers as necessary. Slow down if the visibility is reduced.
    • Be Cautious on Slippery Roads

    11. Preparing for Emergency

    • If you need to pull over, use your hazard lights and move to a safe location, such as the shoulder of the road.
    • Carry an emergency kit with essentials like a first aid kit, flashlight, tyre replacement kit and basic tools.
    • Ensure that stepney/ spare tyre is also well maintained so that in case of tyre burst you can quickly replace the tyre.
    • Monitor your fuel level and check tyre pressure

    Mastering these skills will help you navigate intercity highways more safely and efficiently.

    If you have any uncertainties about intercity highway driving, seek advice from a professional. Tyres crafted for superior control are essential for optimal safety and control on intercity highways. 

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