Safe Transportation
Driving can be a dangerous thing. Transportation for many is a stressful, and often times, dangerous undertaking. In 2013 The National Safety Council reported an estimated 35,200 traffic fatalities in the United States alone. On average automobiles kill more people then guns, and are statistically one of the most dangerous weapons ever invented by man. Why is this? There are many reasons and they include everything from driver error to mechanical failure. It is near impossible for me to list here all the potential dangers one could face while operating an automobile as I have no where near the space required to create such a lengthy list.
What can we do? Fortunately there are several steps one can take to ensure safe travels. Hiring a reliable and reputable executive car service is one such measure. Now it is very important to make the distinction between a black car service and an executive car service as a black car service can cause more problems then it solves. An executive car will be owned by a properly insured company and operated by a professional driver. These individuals drive for a living and have tens if not hundreds of thousands of hours behind the wheel. It is their job to get you too your destination safely and expeditiously.
In addition it is important to get into the habit of doing several things when you get into an automobile, whether as a passenger or a driver. Do not attempt to drive when not well rested, it is essential to be alert at all times when on the road. Make sure the vehicle you are operating has been maintained properly and there are no mechanical issues with the vehicle. Exercise proper driving etiquette and procedures, wear your seatbelt, signal when changing lanes, check your mirrors and obey the speed limits. As a passenger make sure to buckle up, try to refrain from making loud noises or distracting the driver. Do not eat drink or talk on your cell phone while operating a vehicle. Keep your hands, feet and head inside the vehicle at all times. Small children should be properly secured in the rear of the vehicle in a car seat. And above all else never drink and drive or operate under the influence of drugs.
Driving can be a dangerous undertaking if the proper precautions are not taken. To truly alleviate the stress and danger hire the right professional driver and executive car service. Finding the right one will take time and research. Even when you are a passenger in a vehicle be safe and exercise good travel etiquette, when you are a driver exercise extreme caution. Operating an automobile is a privilege and should be done so smartly and responsibly.
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by Jarrad Kulick