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No matter if you just got your license or you’ve been driving for 40 years, everyone could use a couple reminders for good driving. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, 90% of all crashes are attributed to driver error. Especially if you think you’re an experienced driver, take note of one thing you can work on the next time you get in your car.

Reduce Your Risk on the Road:

1. Cut out distractions. Anything that pulls your attention away from driving increases your risk of an accident that could be avoided. Don’t talk on your cell phone, text, eat in the car or do anything else that pulls you away from road.
2. Chill out. Pushing your vehicle around slower cars just because you’re impatient doesn’t help anyone—including yourself. And when you’re calm and in control of your car, you’re in a better position to avoid other people’s bad driving.
3. Pay attention. Keep your eyes scanning all around your car, including the traffic 20-30 seconds ahead of you. Check your mirrors often and watch out for people, animals, and bicyclists along the way.
4. Look out for yourself. Don’t assume the other car is going to let you in, stop for you or even slow for the stop sign or red light. Anticipate the worst-case scenario.
5. Be prepared to react. The best way to avoid dangers is to position your car with an escape route in mind. For example, make sure there’s an open space in the lane next to you in case a car cuts you off.
6. Keep the 3- to 4-second following rule. Your biggest chance of a car crash is ahead of you, so keeping three or four seconds stopping time between you and the car in front will reduce that chance significantly.
7. Mind the speed limits. However, posted speed limits apply to ideal conditions. Do not hesitate to go slower if conditions necessitate it, like bad weather or thick traffic.