Defensive Driving = Smart Traveling

More than 30,000 people in the United States die each year on the road! Drive defensively! Stay alert and monitor what is going on around you at all times. Here are some tips:

Use your mirrors.

Avoid driving or pulling your RV during bad weather and high winds. Because of the size and mass of RV’s it can be extremely dangerous to travel during periods of high winds. It’s better to get to your destination one day later, than to risk traveling in bad weather.

Complete a “Pre-Trip Checklist” before you head out on the road. Simple checks like checking your tires, lights, hitch work and other items all contribute to a safer trip. You should make these checks everyday before traveling.

Limit your driving time to 5 or 6 hours a day (300 to 350 miles). Not only will you be more alert, but you will arrive at the campground with plenty of day light to get set up and settled in before it gets dark outside. This gives you a chance to unwind and get rested for another day of travel, and to enjoy some of the amenities the campground has to offer.

Eventually you will have to pass another vehicle in your RV. It's not difficult to pass but with a large RV it requires more space and time than the average automobile. Make sure you have plenty of room and use your turn signals to change lanes. Accelerate until you are past the other vehicle and you can see both of their headlights in your side mirror. Signal again to return to the other lane and pull back in. Maintain your speed ahead of the vehicle you just passed.

Plan your trip, travel safe and smart and enjoy your RV experiences. Remember, getting there is half the fun!

Here are some helpful full length DVDs:

DVD: Drive Your Motorhome Like a Pro

DVD: Trailer Towing, Weights, Hitch Work & Backing Video

DVD: Tow Your 5th Wheel Trailer Like a Pro

Happy RV Learning!
Mark Polk
RV Education 101

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