At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the
freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you
drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to
check traffic. Try
to
determine where you expect to
blend with the flow. Try to merge into the gap at close to
the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check
your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as
necessary. Try to blend smoothly
with
the traffic flow.
Once you are
on
the freeway, adjust your speed to the
posted
limit
or to the prevailing rate
if
it’s slower. Stay
in
the right lane unless you want to pass.
Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use
your turn signal.
Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your
shoulder to make sure there isn’t another vehicle
in
your
“blind” spot.
Once you are moving
on
the freeway, make certain you
allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move
slightly slower at night.
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper
lane well
in
advance. If you miss your exit do not, under
any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on
to
the
next exit.
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.
The
exit
speed is usually posted.
Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not
to your sense
of
motion. After driving for any distance
at higher speeds, you may tend to
think
you
are going
slower than you actually are.
Before Leaving on a Long
Trip
Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well rested.
If
you
must start when you’re not fresh
--
such as after a day’s
work
--
don’t plan
to
make too many miles that first part
of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you
can easily drive
in.
Is
your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep
it
serviced and maintained, it’s ready to go. If it needs
service, have
it
done before starting out. Of course,
you’ll find experienced and able service experts
in
Buick dealerships all across North America. They’ll be
ready and willing to help if you need it.
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