Defensive driving
Also known as: defensive driving techniques
A driving approach that anticipates the mistakes of other road users and leaves a driver time and space to react. Core habits include scanning ahead, maintaining a safe following distance, checking mirrors regularly, and planning an escape path before a hazard appears.
Where you'll see defensive driving on this site
Pages that reference this term so you can see it in context.
Articles
- How to Pass the Oregon DMV Knowledge Test on Your First Try · Oregon article
Studying for your test?
Pick your state for free practice questions, study guides, and a road-signs reference.