Slow down, check side/rear/blind spot to see if the lane beside you is clear, put on your turn signal, merge to the lane away from the stopped emergency vehicle. However, be prepared to come to a full stop if needed or directed by emergency personnel. Do not gawk-- keep your eyes on the road. Looking at accidents is a sure way to cause another accident.
You should also stop. If you overtake, you risk running down the pedestrian or causing an accident. The vehicle in front may appear (from your obscured point of view) to have stopped to let a pedestrian cross, but the vehicle in front may be masking something more serious, like someone laying injured in the road.
You should also stop. If you overtake, you risk running down the pedestrian or causing an accident. The vehicle in front may appear (from your obscured point of view) to have stopped to let a pedestrian cross, but the vehicle in front may be masking something more serious, like someone laying injured in the road.
You should probably stop too, in order to avoid rear ending the car in front of you, which could lurch forward and hit the pedestrian, making their injury your fault.
Always give up the "right-of-way" to the pedestrian. Pedestrians ALWAYS have the right-of-way and if you hit them under almost any circumstances it can be found to be your fault. Best to be safe, considerate and let the pedestrian cross, even if they are not in a crosswalk.
Always give up the "right-of-way" to the pedestrian. Pedestrians ALWAYS have the right-of-way and if you hit them under almost any circumstances it can be found to be your fault. Best to be safe, considerate and let the pedestrian cross, even if they are not in a crosswalk.
Always give up the "right-of-way" to the pedestrian. Pedestrians ALWAYS have the right-of-way and if you hit them under almost any circumstances it can be found to be your fault. Best to be safe, considerate and let the pedestrian cross, even if they are not in a crosswalk.
When a vehicle ahead of you stops to let a prediction pass in front of you you should
When a vehicle ahead of you stops to let a prediction pass in front of you you should
A five letter word for 'in front' is ahead.
When you see a pedestrian crossing the street in front of you carrying a white cane with a red tip, you must stop your vehicle and yield the right of way. This cane indicates that the pedestrian is visually impaired, and they may not be able to see you. It’s essential to ensure their safety by allowing them to cross without obstruction. Always proceed cautiously and be alert for any additional pedestrians or obstacles.
Hazards within 10-12 seconds in front of your vehicle could include sudden braking by the vehicle ahead, pedestrians crossing the street, animals on the road, or debris that could cause you to swerve or lose control. It's important to scan the road ahead and be prepared to react quickly to avoid potential dangers.
Yes, in the context of driving, when applying the 3-Second Rule, you should choose a fixed or stationary object on the road ahead. This helps you maintain a safe following distance from the vehicle in front of you by ensuring that you have at least a 3-second gap between your vehicle and the one in front.