Here are some tips:

  • our position behind the wheel – when sitting in the seat, we should try to position ourselves so that our center of gravity is as low as reasonably possible, while maintaining an adequate field of vision. Driving a car correctly and skillfully requires us to be able to “feel” the vehicle. Without positioning ourselves properly behind the wheel, there is no chance of driving the vehicle well.
  • adjustment of the two essential dimensions. The first step is the distance between our seat and the pedals. Place your left foot on the clutch and press it all the way down. In this position, the leg should be slightly bent at the knee. This improves our feel for the clutch and, in the event of a collision, when we instinctively brace ourselves with a bent leg, protects our hip and knee joints from more serious injuries. We adjust the distance between the seat and the steering wheel after resting our back firmly against the seat, gripping the point furthest from us on the wheel—most often the 12 o’clock position—with a slightly bent arm. The aim is to turn the steering wheel and access all the controls around it freely and without lifting our back, while also being able to apply sufficient force. It is a mistake to sit too close to the steering wheel, as well as too far away from it. On this occasion, let us remember to position the headrest correctly so that it fulfills its function while driving
  • airbags and seat belts. The vast majority of new vehicles are equipped with airbags. They perform their function only when the seat belts are fastened and fitted with pyrotechnic pretensioners. Wearing seat belts is essential, even during a short drive at low speed. It may happen that, while driving, we hit the vehicle in front, causing the airbag to deploy—and, as we know, it explodes with tremendous force. Without fastened seat belts, this can have unpleasant consequences
  • the steering wheel. At first glance, it may seem that if we are driving straight ahead, the way we hold it does not matter. The result? Among other things, people carelessly leave one hand on it, anywhere they please. Surely each of us has seen drivers operating a car in this way more than once. We have already mentioned that, through the steering wheel and hands positioned correctly on it, we receive very important signals. Therefore, the steering wheel should be held with both hands, even while driving without planning to change direction. Using clock-face positions, the hands should rest at nine o’clock (left hand) and three o’clock (right hand)
  • clothing. In winter, it must not restrict us in any way. The shoes we wear while driving can, for example, affect how quickly we press the brake. We can drive while wearing gloves, provided they are designed for this purpose. Otherwise, they may slip. Driving in a hat and scarf can restrict our view
  • winter tires. Winter conditions require not only greater foresight and reflexes on the road, but also special preparation of our vehicle for this period. One standard measure is changing from summer to winter tires. When the average daily temperature falls below 7 degrees Celsius, everyone should seriously consider changing them
  • remembering that we are not alone on the road. Let us show other drivers plenty of respect and remember that it is not the vehicle that skids and loses control, but only the person driving it. We decide many factors while driving.