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.
