[David Holmberg]

Originally Posted by Tripower455

Great PSA and an awesome idea!

I learned the Smith System in HS drivers ed almost 30 years ago, although I had forgotten what it was called. It makes just as much sense now as it did then. Too bad most folks don't seem to use it.

Yes!

I grew up riding with my father, who at the time was a district mgr for a large insurance company. His job was to visit agents at their office, so it kept him on the road 5 days a week. He taught me the old school rules of the road.

Later, as a very young adult I drove for a Miller Beer dist, and their training, and the training from their insurance company mirrored what Dad had taught me, and the Smith system.

I drive looking (sometimes) as far ahead as I can see, but normally at least 3 to 5 cars in front of me. I drive looking in the mirror almost as much as I do looking out the windshield. Be aware of whats in front of you and coming up from behind and you will have very few surprises.

I feel almost blind when there is a van or large SUV in front of me because it limits my view. I want to be in control of what happens to me, so I know whats around me at all times.