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Driver Safety Class Held in Coral Springs in September

by Sharon Aron Baron September 8, 2014

by Sharon Aron Baron September 8, 2014 12 views

AARP Holds Driver Safety Class

By: Chris Brunner:

You may be an good driver, but everyday you may have to deal with inexperienced, impatient and even dangerous drivers.

This is why even the most experienced drivers can benefit from brushing up on their driving skills. This class, provided by AARP, is open to drivers of all ages. The next class is set for Saturday, September 27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

This driver safety course reviews the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques, and how to operate a vehicle more safely. Participants will learn how to manage and accommodate common age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time.

Course costs $15 for AARP members or $20 for non-members. Participants who successfully complete the course will be provided with a certificate for their auto insurance agency. Most agencies will allow for a discount on auto insurance premiums for up to three years.

Participants will learn:

How to minimize the effects of dangerous blind spots

How to maintain the proper following distance behind another car
The safest ways to change lanes and make turns at busy intersections
Proper use of safety belts, air bags, anti-lock brakes, and new technologies used in cars
Ways to monitor your own and others’ driving skills and capabilities
The effects of medications on driving
The importance of eliminating distractions, such as eating, smoking, and cell-phone use.

Participants must register in advance. Please note that lunch will not be provided. The class will be held at the Coral Springs Public Safety Building, 2801 Coral Springs Drive. For more information, call 954-531-0343.

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