11/01/2026
Safe drivers do not only react to what is happening. They learn to look for clues about what could happen next.
A vehicle drifting toward the edge of its lane may be preparing to turn. Brake lights several cars ahead may signal slowing traffic. A vehicle waiting at a driveway could enter the roadway.
New drivers gradually learn to recognize these situations through observation and experience.
That does not mean guessing what another driver will do. It means noticing potential hazards early enough to create space and be prepared if conditions change.
This kind of awareness is an important part of defensive driving and becomes stronger with practice.
Help your student develop more real-world driving experience. Call Stop and Go Driving School at 520-792-1688 or book a lesson online at bit.ly/4tEzJsB