What factors contribute to drivers not being aware of motorcycles?

Automobiles have obstructions and blind spots that can obscure or hide a motorcycle and rider. These include door pillars, passengers’ heads, and areas not visible in the mirrors. Other conditions affecting the vehicle—such as precipitation, glare, and cargo—can further impair a driver’s view and obscure motorcyclists.

When you direct your attention 20 to 30 seconds ahead?

When you direct your attention 20-30 seconds ahead of your vehicle and to both sides of the vehicle, you are more likely to identify objects or conditions that could increase your level of risk.

When predicting a point of conflict you predict what?

The four steps of the IPDE process are: I—Identify—Locate potential hazards within the driving scene. P—Predict—Judge where the possible points of conflict may occur. D—Decide—Determine what action to take, when, and where to take it.

Why do I see blurry at night?

Blurry eyes at night Reasons why your eyes may go blurry at night can include: You are tired so your visual system is fatigued. You have a refractive error such as long-sightedness or astigmatism. During the day, you may be able to compensate for these, but when your eyes are tired, your vision can go blurry.

What do you do if your car starts to skid on ice?

Here are some tips to help you in case your vehicle begins to skid on snow or ice: Remove your foot from the accelerator. Using your accelerator will spin your vehicle’s wheels, so it’s the last thing you want to touch in the event of a skid. Move your foot away from the accelerator and onto the brake pedal.

Why is it important for a motorist to be aware of motorcycles?

Motorcycles are smaller and harder to see than cars. Because of their size, they are easily hidden in a car’s blind spot. It may be difficult to judge your distance to a motorcycle and difficult to tell how fast a motorcycle is moving, so always be alert and extra cautious when near a motorcyclist.

What makes motorcycles hard to see?

Motorcycles are smaller and can become obscured by other vehicles on the road, especially when there is a lot of traffic. Hazardous weather conditions can make it more difficult to see motorcycles, especially if they don’t have lights that are working properly.