If you got used to the lack of school buses on the road over the summer months, it’s time to wake up again and remember safety tips for driving when school is in session. The fall season is statistically dangerous for pedestrians, as there are more people on the roads either waiting for buses or walking to or from school. Here are some back to school reminders from your Toyota Dealer in the Trenton Area:
Slow through School Zones
In most New England states, the streets where schools are located have school zones and lower speed limits between 15 and 30 miles per hour. Remember to slow down around schools and watch for children darting between cars or running to get to or from school. Children are often impulsive, even when they know road safety rules, and their unpredictability can be dangerous if a driver isn’t paying attention.
Don’t Tailgate or Pass a Stopped School Bus
If you have children of your own you know how frustrating and stressful it can be driving if the kids are rough housing in the backseat, arguing, or even just playing loudly. Think about what it feels like to drive a bus of 50 or more kids on it! Don’t tailgate a school bus, and give the driver plenty of room to merge or do what they need to do. Never pass a stopped school bus, with or without lights flashing – you never know if a kid is unexpectedly going to run out to try and catch the bus before it takes off.
Give Yourself Extra Time
When school is in session, the increase of traffic and pedestrians can create delays you don’t have over the summer months. Remember this when planning your day and give yourself extra time so you don’t feel rushed on the roads.
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