There are some bad driving practices that cause dangerous effects  you may not be aware of and in which we are 100% sure you have incurred at some point of your driving life, even if you consider yourself a flawless driver. Here are some of them:

ACCORDION EFFECT

When there´s a traffic jam, a considerable reduction in speed takes place when the vehicles restart moving more slowly the further back they are in the line; if the first vehicle reacts in a second, the next one takes two and so on, making the line shrink and stretch like and accordion.  The reason for this effect is the drivers´ distraction and slowness to resume moving.

DOMINO EFFECT

And speaking of distraction and lack of attention, this effect is caused in traffic jams by a vehicle that doesn´t brake in time and hits the vehicle in front, which in turn hits the preceding vehicle and so on and on.  This effect is the result of speeding, inattention and failure to keep a safe distance.

SCREEN EFFECT

This effect occurs when a lateral wind impacts strongly the vehicle when exiting a tunnel, passing over a bridge or overtaking trucks or buses, pushing it to that side, because they were acting as a screen. This is a consequence of driving at high speeds and ignoring the warning signs of strong wind gusts. 

TUNNEL EFFECT

The reduction of the angle of vision at high speeds is known as the tunnel effect, since human vision ceases to perceive signs and objects on the side of the road, seeing only what is just ahead; everything outside this small angle will be practically invisible as if inside a tunnel.

ELEPHANT EFFECT

During hard braking at high speed, a heavy passenger seated in the back with no seat belt will be projected forward with a force similar to a 4-ton elephant.

PEEPING TOM EFFECT

This effect is caused by the curiosity of drivers passing near a road accident, who slow down or stop to look around, slowing traffic and sometimes causing accidents themselves.

UNDERWATER EFFECT

Incorrect use of the seat belt, wearing it loosely under the abdominal band or the use of cushions, can cause the passenger to fall face-first into de dashboard, the steering wheel or the front seat.

REBOUND EFFECT

This is the effect when drowsiness and fatigue suddenly reappear after having tried to combat them by using stimulants like coffee, energetic drinks and tea.

M&M VEHICLE TRANSPORT RECOMMENDATIONS

• Be cautious when driving and obey traffic signs, keep your distance, respect other drivers and pedestrians.
• Use the safety elements of your vehicle 
• Do not exceed speed limits
• Do not use your cell phone while driving
• If you need to relocate your vehicle anywhere nationwide, give us a call 877 957 4878