Questions and Answers
What is commentary driving?
Talking while driving
Commentary driving is a method which has been shown to ______, road handling, and smooth driving.
improve safety
What can make commentary driving challenging for some people?
Embarrassment
You simply work on identifying all hazards, observations, plans, and ______.
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What might you say when approaching a stop sign?
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What would you say anytime you see a person walking down the sidewalk?
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What does commentary driving do for drivers?
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What should you say when you see stopped traffic, slow moving traffic, or brake lights?
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Who is considered an intruder or thief in driving?
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What would you call a person walking or a cyclist in or near your path?
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What should you do after waiting for a red light?
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What does it indicate when a vehicle threatens to turn right into your path of travel?
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What does a vehicle waiting to turn left in front of you represent?
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What does a light that has just turned green or may turn yellow soon refer to?
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What is the point beyond which you can no longer stop safely without entering the intersection?
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What do you call a driver following your car too closely?
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What should you call out when you see the speed limit sign?
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Study Notes
Commentary Driving Overview
- Commentary driving involves verbalizing thoughts while driving to enhance focus and safety.
- The practice has been shown to improve road handling and ensure smoother driving experiences.
Overcoming Challenges
- Drivers may struggle with the embarrassment of talking aloud when alone in the car, which can hinder the practice of commentary driving.
Key Observations and Actions
- Essential aspects to identify during commentary driving include:
- Hazards
- Observations
- Planned actions
Examples in Practice
- Approaching a stop sign can be verbalized simply as "stop ahead" or "trap."
- Noting pedestrians can be done by stating "pedestrian" when seeing someone on the sidewalk.
Importance of Awareness
- Commentary driving helps keep drivers alert and aware of their surroundings while navigating.
- Common traffic signs and situations should be noted, such as "stop ahead/trap" for stopped and slow-moving traffic indications.
Recognizing Intruders
- An intruder or thief is anyone or anything encroaching within three car lengths of your vehicle.
- Awareness of other road users is crucial; cyclists should be referred to as "bike" and pedestrians as "pedestrian" when they cross or approach.
Safety Procedures
- Before proceeding at a red light, ensure to scan left, straight, and right to confirm it is safe to go.
- Be wary of vehicles that may encroach into your path, categorized as:
- "On the right" for vehicles threatening to turn right.
- "On the left" for vehicles waiting to turn left, crossing your path.
Understanding Traffic Lights
- Differentiate between a fresh green light that has just turned on and a stale green light that may soon change.
- The go point is the threshold where stopping safely becomes impossible without entering the intersection.
Managing Following Vehicles
- A tailgater is defined as a driver following too closely behind your vehicle, creating a potentially dangerous situation.
Speed Awareness
- While driving, always call out the speed limit when you see the sign, corresponding to the speed you are currently traveling.
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Test your understanding of commentary driving techniques with this quiz. Learn how talking while driving can improve safety and road handling, and identify the challenges involved. Perfect for driving instructors and students alike.
