The Defensive Driving Mindset
This principle means being ready for sudden, unexpected actions from other drivers.
What is "Expect the unexpected"?
These appear without warning during rainy season and can cause loss of control.
What is sudden flooding?
These should be checked weekly for tread depth and air pressure.
What are tires?
The recommended minimum following distance in normal weather.
What is 3 seconds?
In the real incident, the motorcycle was located in this hard-to-see area.
What is the blind spot?
Focusing all your senses on the road describes this key habit.
What is staying alert?
These road users often weave through traffic and may be difficult to spot.
What are motorcyclists?
Grinding or squealing from these parts could mean a safety problem.
What are brakes?
You should increase your following distance during this type of weather.
What is rain?
Before merging, you should do this in addition to checking mirrors.
What is look over your shoulder?
This is your planned course of action in case of an emergency ahead.
What is having an escape plan?
People who cross between moving or parked vehicles, often unexpectedly.
Who are pedestrians?
These must always be functional for clear communication with other drivers.
What are lights and signals?
This bad habit of driving too closely reduces reaction time.
What is tailgating?
These should be activated early to signal lane changes.
What are indicators?
Practicing this virtue on the road helps lower risk by avoiding aggressive moves.
What is patience?
These surface issues, along with uneven roads, can damage your vehicle and cause accidents.
What are potholes?
Keeping these clean ensures you have a clear view around your vehicle.
What are mirrors and windows?
In bad weather, your speed should be adjusted in this direction.
What is lower?
The incident happened in this Jamaican city.
What is Montego Bay?
Defensive driving is best described as doing this rather than only reacting to hazards.
What is anticipating hazards?
Vendors selling goods from roadside stalls can be considered this type of hazard.
What is a roadside distraction?
This simple inspection habit can help spot potential mechanical issues before driving.
What is a pre-drive vehicle check?
A diagram in the presentation showed these “zones” to maintain behind other vehicles.
What are safe following distance zones?
This proactive habit could have prevented the incident.
What is checking blind spots before merging?