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If you often ride shot gun in someone else's Richmond Nissan, it may surprise you to learn that as a side-seat driver, you have some obligations to ensuring a safer ride. Believe it or not, being a good passenger is not something everyone considers when hopping in a vehicle so Pence wants to remind passengers of their duties as a passenger.
Here are some considerations to make:
Trust the Driver
One of the worst things a passenger can do during a drive is to express their anxieties about the driver's skills. Passengers who are nervous co-pilots often yell aloud, slam on imaginary brakes, or make a desperate grab for the dash when they feel they have no control over heavy traffic or other on-road circumstances. All of this is very distracting to the driver who can easily lose focus of the task at hand and end up causing an accident.
Be Alert
As a passenger, it may seem like you have all the time in the world to kick back and relax but in truth, the driver may need to rely on your alertness to help them when traffic is bad and too many things are going on at once. The extra set of eyes you offer can help keep everyone safe from potential dangers on the road.
Be Courteous
Be conscious of staying out of the driver's field of vision. Passengers in the front and the back will often find the driver asking them to move their head out of their line of vision in the window or mirrors. When a driver can not see in a glance what is going on, accidents can occur. Position yourself and your seat out of the line of vision before hitting the road. You also need to remain courteous and respectful of the driver's space and comfort. Don't blast the radio, talk loudly on a cell phone, or distract the driver in any way during the trip. The more distracting you are the less the driver is focusing on the task of driving.
Whether you are driving your Nissan around Richmond or taking a longer distance trip, the safety of everyone can be increased by alert and courteous passengers.
