Driving Checklist
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- Obey The Law
- Obey all speed limits for both maximum and minimum speeds.
- Obey traffic signs and signals.
- When a light turns green, make sure the intersection has cleared before you go.
- Pass other vehicles only on the left; signal your intention before changing lanes.
- Never pass a stopped school bus.
- Yield to drivers who have the right of way.
- Don't drink and drive.
- Don't take drugs and drive.
- Always wear your seat belt, and make sure all your passengers buckle up, too.
- Never try to pack in more passengers than there are seatbelts in the car.
- Don't blast the radio.
- Don't drive with small children in the front seat of a car.
- Don't talk on your cell phone, put on makeup, comb your hair, or eat while driving.
- Always pull over if a police officer stops you.
- Drive Defensively
- Correctly position mirrors and seat before you start.
- Never tailgate, stay at least three car distances behind the driver ahead of you.
- Don?t insist on the right-of-way if the other driver will not yield it
- Dim your headlights for oncoming cars and those ahead
- Be aware of what?s happening several vehicle lengths ahead and behind you
- Expect the Unexpected
- Reckless behavior from other drivers.
- People or animals darting into the road.
- Swerving cyclists.
- Potholes or debris in the roadway.
- Take Bad Weather Precautions
- Make sure your windshield is clean.
- Use wipers, defroster and headlights.
- Counter glare from sun or snow with sunglasses.
- Clear snow from hood, roof and all windows.
- Reduce speed when visibility is poor or roadways are slick.
- Watch out for puddles, icy patches and sudden pockets of fog.
- Maintain Your Vehicle
- Conduct a pre-driving inspection every time.
- Be sure that scheduled maintenance checks are carried out in time.
- Don?t abuse your vehicle by driving too fast over bumpy terrain.
- Don?t make unnecessarily sharp turns or sudden stops and starts.
- Don't allow friends or other uninsured drivers to drive your car.
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Who it's for
This Driving Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.
- Avoid forgetting - keep all your Driving essentials in one place (external memory)
- Save time - start from a proven Driving structure instead of a blank page
- Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
- Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
- Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time
How to use it
How to use this Driving Checklist
- Save Driving Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
- Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Driving (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
- If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
- Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.
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