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Better Late than Never

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Better Late than Never

Diana
Diana R.

By: Diana R.

One of the most valuable lessons I’ve learned about driving is to take my time.  I was collision-free until the day I was in a rush to pick my husband up from work.  I backed out of the driveway in such a hurry that I failed to check my rear view mirror and slammed into the car that was parked behind me. That mistake cost me $1000 in repairs and made me even later to pick up my husband!

Since that collision, I’ve made it a habit to schedule my time and always leave a little early for appointments.  If something goes wrong and I end up running late anyway, I do my best NOT to rush. Of course, being late can be very stressful – especially if you’re heading out to the first day at a new job or you’re rushing home to catch your favourite TV show. Don’t let that stress make you reckless.  When people rush they make bad driving choices. They speed through intersections at yellow lights or miss stop signs.  Those choices can be fatal for you, your passengers or a pedestrian. If you are in a rush to go somewhere just remember; it is better for you to get there late than not get there at all.

Anne Marie Hayes
Anne Marie Hayes
I am an advocate for driving safety, armed with a passion for educationg and promoting safe driving habits to teens, parents, and seniors alike. I am a member of the board of directions of NOYS (National Organizations for Youth Safety) and a member of GHSA (Governor's Highway Safety Association), as well as a member of 7 international driving safety organizations. I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from York University, and I am a certified driving instructor. I am also the author of "3 keys to keeping Your Teen Alive: Lessons for Surviving the First Year of Driving." which provides parents and their teens the tools to keep them safe while driving. 

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