Every driver has encountered a circumstance in which there is a learner driver nearby who is either annoying you or worrying you.
However, learner drivers will always be on the road, whether you like it or not, so you should modify your driving when you come across them to ensure safety and to avoid adding any additional danger or worry to what we already face on the roads.
A learner’s permit sign in a window should never be disregarded or used as an excuse to be impolite to that motorist, according to Eugene Herbert, CEO of MasterDrive.
If you do encounter such a sign, it serves as a request for patience, time, and space as well as a warning that the motorist is inexperienced and still learning.
“Treat a learner driver the same way you would a risky driver, according to the best recommendations.
This is not to argue that a learner is unsafe; rather, it is to say that just as you would give a risky driver room to reduce your own risk, a learner needs room to learn without interruption.
Driving advice for those using learner drivers:
Increase the distance you follow by at least two times what you typically would.
As soon as it’s safe to do so, avoid the novice driver.
Be tolerant.
Don’t become angry if a student takes longer to cross an intersection or complete a task that you would complete much more quickly.
Instead, give them the space they need to complete the task without honking or driving too closely.
Avoid becoming combative.
Don’t let your annoyance overwhelm you and cause you to act rashly as a result.
The likelihood of an accident increases significantly if you drive around a student driver because you are impatient with how long they may take to cross an intersection.
While you may be able to avoid the collision, the learner driver almost likely cannot.
Don’t assume anything.
While it’s never a good idea to presume a driver will behave properly, it’s crucial to avoid doing this when a trainee is involved.
For instance, rather than assuming that a trainee will check their blind area, manoeuvre around them and add an extra lane if there is room to do so.
Each and every driver must begin somewhere. “Remember, you were once that student.
You probably also remember at least one incident where a driver pressured you or perhaps put you in danger.
To a new driver, avoid acting like that. Give them the room, the time, and the patience to develop the driving abilities they need, advises Herbert.