Safety vocabulary

4. Distance: The space maintained between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you.
6. The system in a vehicle that allows the driver to slow down or stop the vehicle.
8. Belt A safety device worn by vehicle occupants to restrain movement during a collision or sudden stop.
9. To give the right-of-way to another vehicle or pedestrian.
11. The legal right of a vehicle or pedestrian to proceed ahead of others in a particular situation or at an intersection.
13. Change Moving from one lane to another while driving.
14. (Driving Under the Influence): Operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, impairing the driver's abilities.
16. Limit The maximum legal speed at which a vehicle can travel on a particular road or highway.
17. Control: A system that helps prevent wheel spin or loss of traction on slippery road surfaces.
19. Beams The bright headlights used for increased visibility on dark roads or when there are no oncoming vehicles.
20. Driving above the posted speed limit or driving too fast for the current road or weather conditions.

1. Spot The area around a vehicle that is not visible to the driver through the mirrors or windshield.
2. Beams The regular headlights used for normal driving conditions and to avoid blinding other drivers.
3. To use the vehicle's turn signal to indicate the intention to change lanes or make a turn.
5. Driving A driving technique that emphasizes being aware of potential hazards and taking proactive measures to avoid accidents.
7. Safety devices in vehicles designed to inflate rapidly in the event of a collision, protecting occupants from serious injuries.
10. Driving too closely behind another vehicle, usually without maintaining a safe following distance.
12. The front lights of a vehicle used to illuminate the road ahead during low-light conditions or inclement weather.
15. The act of blending into traffic from a different lane or entrance ramp.
18. (Anti-lock Braking System): A safety feature that prevents the wheels from locking up during hard braking, helping the driver maintain steering control.