Have you ever considered counting the number of dents and scratches you have on your car? Apparently you can use these marks as features in determining just how good of a driver you really are. Of course, scratches and dents can be accidents caused when your car is parked but for sure, you will know which ones were done by you due to your driving.

This is not to say that the perfect driver is free from such minor accidents. The fact remains that to measure how well defensive and well-schooled drivers are can be seen from the vehicle that they drive. Some dents occur from reckless driving such as backing or parking in tight situations while others occur when you are on the road when you are driving too close for comfort.

In reality, no driver wants to be seen in a car full of dents and scratches. But these are marks that will haunt you, regardless if you are driving a brand new car or not. The number of times you have to bring your car to the shop will likewise vary as normally, these would become a habit if you don’t do something to improve your driving skills.

A good driver is a disciplined driver. He or she knows how to avoid even the minor accidents. If dents and scratches can be fixed then the same goes for bad driving skills. If a driver is willing, he can really improve on it if he chooses to do so.

Written by Marcel on April 27, 2011 | Leave a Comment

One of the things that people should learn when it comes to studying driving is never to use your rear view mirror when you back up. It is good to use it as a reference when perhaps you want to know if there is a car or something behind you. But that is only a glance as much as possible. It is best to look at your rear windshield and see if you are truly clear to back up. A lot of accidents happen that way.

A clear sign of people who use rear view mirrors to back up would be to look at the rear end of the car. Normally, you will find busted or cracked taillights or dented trunks and bumpers. Small as they may seem, they are signs that the person driving the car is prone to this minor yet critical mistake. There are things that your rear view mirror does not show you and at times the small space can lead to irresponsible driving.

The same goes with side view mirrors. Most of the cars today come with larger ones but similar to rear view mirrors, they are just guides to help you. Miscalculations often occur if you rely heavily on these mirrors. The best way is still to really look and know how you are backing up your car. Be wiser and care more for your car. Outside the potential accidents, you are slowly deteriorating your car and not improving your basic driving skills.

Written by Marcel on August 18, 2008 | Leave a Comment