It takes just one-tenth of a second for a driver to lose control of their vehicle, which could mean the difference between life and death. Given the state of South Africa’s roads and the quality of some drivers, advanced driving courses have become a necessity rather than a luxury. Knowing how to react in an emergency situation can play a critical role in ensuring that you and fellow motorists are safe on the roads.
False sense of security Many drivers develop a false sense of security after years of experience behind the wheel. According to research, drivers may even become measurably worse over time, and taking Advanced Driver Training can enhance their road safety awareness. Grant McCleery and his team, Chris Prinsloo, Byron Norton, and Laurie Claasen, who run the Isuzu Driving Dynamics Academy, have been teaching motorists how to control their vehicles for years.
ALSO READ: Sorry guys, women are better drivers – new data reveals Road safety awareness is not limited to just other road users, road conditions, and infrastructure; it involves integrating safety elements into an overall understanding of their meaning in terms of potential hazards and the appropriate driver response. Collision avoidance The Citizen caught up with the team at the Gerotek Vehicle Testing facility outside Pretoria to share advices and tips as people trek to different parts of country for their holidays during the festive season. McCleery said among the many courses they offer, the Collision Av.