One of the worst things that can happen while driving is getting into a car accident. In this post by AMSOIL: Marlo Enterprises, we’ll cover the most common reasons for accidents and how to avoid them. 

As a driver, it should be your priority to keep you and others on the road safe when you’re behind the wheel. According to the Association for Safe International Road Travel, car crashes account for 38,000 deaths every year in the United States. These are scary numbers, and they become even more alarming if we realize that this number doesn’t consider people badly injured in car accidents annually. Knowing the most common reasons for accidents and how to avoid them is a great way to stay safe on the road.

Being a responsible driver also includes keeping up with your car’s maintenance routine. For the best products to maintain your vehicle, call Marlo Enterprises at (315) 331-4642 to speak to one of their oil pros, or visit AMSOIL's online store to take a look at their full range of products.

Not Following Traffic Rules

The importance of traffic rules can’t be overstated. Traffic signs are strategically placed on the road to make it safer for everyone. This includes pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. That means that things like speed limits, speed bumps, yield signs, etc., are all placed intentionally to make communities safer. Ignoring traffic signs is one of the most common reasons why people get into accidents, usually because one or both drivers neglected to follow traffic rules. To avoid this, ensure you’re always going at the right speed, following every stop sign and red light, and paying attention to caution signs on the road.

Being Distracted While Driving

When talking about traffic accidents, we can’t gloss over how dangerous it’s to be distracted while driving. Being distracted behind the wheel can happen in many different ways, from fidgeting with the radio to talking to someone in the car to texting while driving. Remember that when driving, conditions can change instantly, and you need to be driving with your full attention to be able to react to them quickly. If you notice that you’re easily distracted while driving, try to store out of reach that that is distracting you, or if it’s other people in the car, ask them to avoid distracting you in order to keep everyone safe.

A Poorly Maintained Vehicle

Driving a poorly maintained vehicle is another common reason for traffic accidents. Cars are complex machines that require maintenance to avoid breaking down, overheating, blowing a tire, or any other malfunctions that can put you and others at risk on the road. To avoid your car breaking down on the road, ensure that you have a regular maintenance routine in place and keep an eye on any issues your vehicle might present. Maintenance is also a great way to catch any problems before they become bigger, more expensive problems to fix.

Driving safe also includes keeping your car in good condition. AMSOIL has excellent products like their Signature Series 5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil to keep it performing at its best. Call them at (315) 331-4642 for more information on their excellent products, or visit their online shop to place an order 24/7.

Driving in Bad Weather

Bad weather is another one of the common reasons for accidents. Things like snow, heavy rainfall, and high wind can make driving much riskier. Bad weather can prevent you from seeing the road or make it hard for your tires to grip correctly. Driving as usual through hazardous weather conditions is a mistake many drivers make, endangering their lives and those around them.

Driving Under the Influence

Driving under the influence is probably the worst thing a driver can do. No matter what type of influence you’re on, that being drugs or alcohol, the reality is that using these can result in impaired senses, slower reaction times, or losing control of your body. It’s hazardous to drive in these conditions, and you should avoid it at all costs.

Driving Tired

Lastly, driving tired is similar to driving under the influence because when you’re tired, your senses tend to be duller, your reaction times are longer, and it can also be hard to pay attention. If you’re driving and start feeling tired, it’s best to pull over and rest for a while before continuing to drive. If it’s late and you can’t shake off the drowsiness, it’s best to look for somewhere to stay until you’ve got a few hours of sleep.

Marlo Enterprises has everything you need for a well-maintained vehicle. Call them today at (315) 331-4642 to speak to one of their oil pros and get information on the best products for your vehicle’s maintenance. Once you know what products to get, visit AMSOIL's online store to place an order!