contents Using this guide.......................................................................... 1 New drivers ................................................................................ 1 Experienced drivers.................................................................... 1 Getting the most from this guide............................................... 1 Organization .................................................................................. 2 Design features.............................................................................. 3 You in the driver’s seat ............................................................... 5 Be a thinking driver .................................................................... 5 Be fit to drive ............................................................................. 6 Make good decisions.................................................................. 6 Keep learning ................................................................................ 7 Plan your driving............................................................................ 8 Predict the scene ........................................................................... 8 Think for yourself ........................................................................... 9 Take responsibility .................................................................... 10 You, the driver ............................................................................. 10 Your passengers .......................................................................... 11 Other road users.......................................................................... 12 Chapter 1 You and your vehicle ................................................................ 13 Adjust for safety ....................................................................... 13 Seat.............................................................................................. 13 Head restraints ............................................................................ 13 Seatbelts ...................................................................................... 14 Safety restraints for children ........................................................ 15 Stage 1 — rear-facing ............................................................ 15 Stage 2 — forward-facing with tether.................................... 15 Stage 3 — booster seat ......................................................... 15 Stage 4 — seatbelt only......................................................... 16 Airbags ........................................................................................ 16 Mirrors.......................................................................................... 17 Hand controls ........................................................................... 17 Steering wheel............................................................................. 18 Ignition switch.............................................................................. 18 Gearshift lever ............................................................................. 18 Chapter 2 i Developing your smart driving skills