Book Description

Learn to Drive Like A Pro covers everything from basic to advance driving techniques. The reader will learn everything from the mundane, like how to adjust and use the mirrors properly, to the downright excitinglike to how to handle various kinds of skids braking skids, cornering skids, power skids.In response to the "what if's" we are constantly confronted with while driving, author Anthony Scotti outlines the full spectrum of defensive maneuvers with discussions on the what, why, and how of the "driving equation" The Driver, The Vehicle you drive, and The Environment you drive in. Whether you must drive in inclement weather or rush hour traffic, Learn to Drive Like a Pro outlines the necessary skills, techniques and mental attitude to become a first rate driver and the enjoyment and sense of pride that comes with them. The text also includesa "preflight," walk-around checklist; how to back up safely with a how to on backing up a trailer or fifth wheel; tips for saving money at the gas pump; a look at today's electronic driving devices; how to set up mirrors for optimum visibility; car feel and ride; understanding the mind-body connection--fatigue, effects of driving under the influence; vision and sense of space; turning around; passing and merging; stopping the car; traction and weight transfer; reaction time; defensive maneuvers in everyday and emergency situations such as when there are five seconds or less between the driver and a potentially serious situation; winter driving; getting unstuck from ice and snow; the finer points of vehicle control --timing, maneuvering, spotting hazards; the basics of vehicle dynamics and why the vehicle sometimes does what it wants to do, not what the driver wants it to; the effects of fatigue and stress on the driver; distracted driving, personal safety, road rage, winter driving, how to get unstuck from snow and ice, night driving, tires, accident causes; a "crash" course; and safety features.