Learn to Drive Like a Pro: Lessons for Smart and Skillful Driving by a Leading Defensive Driving trainer - Couverture souple

Scotti, Anthony J

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ISBN 10 : 0982973004 ISBN 13 : 9780982973004

Editeur : PhotoGraphics Publishing, 2011

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

A comprehensive reference and learning guide for beginning and advanced drivers Tony Scotti, shares his unique driving methods used to train thousands of professional drivers, police trainers, driving instructors, military personnel and more than 700 corporations worldwide. Features • How to “preflight” your car using a walk-around checklist. • The smart way to start the engine, back up, turn around, pass, merge and stop the car. • How to back up a trailer or fifth wheel. • Tips for saving money at the gas pump. • A look at today’s electronic driving devices. • How to set up mirrors for optimum visibility. • Car feel and ride. • The Mind-Body Connection – fatigue, effects of driving under the influence; vision and sense of space. • Reaction Time– defensive maneuvers in everyday and emergency situations such as when there are five seconds or less between the driver and a potentially serious situation. • Winter driving • Getting unstuck from ice and snow; • The finer points of vehicle control – timing, maneuvering, spotting hazards. • The basics of vehicle dynamics and why the vehicle sometimes does what it wants to do, not what the driver wants it to. • Effects of fatigue and stress on the driver. • Distracted driving – surprising facts on cell phone use, texting, grooming and more. Plus Personal Safety • Road Rage • Night Driving • Tires • Accident causes • Crash Course • Equipment and Safety Features.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: PhotoGraphics Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2011
• ISBN 10: 0982973004
• ISBN 13: 9780982973004
• Reliure: Broché
• Langue: anglais
• Nombre de pages: 170