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Driving in the Urban Environment


Driving in large urban areas such as Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco usually implies hectic city traffic and clogged expressways. Add frequent roadwork and jaywalking pedestrians to that formula and you will get an idea of the complex nature of urban driving.

Every day we can watch live broadcasts of Californians being stuck in traffic while statistics confirm the fact that San Francisco and Los Angeles are indeed some of the worst US cities for traffic requiring good driving strategies along with actions planned in advance. So, in order for you not to waste countless hours on the Hollywood Freeway (or any other highway notorious for a high congestion level), we have prepared a couple of tips that will ensure a smooth and hassle free city ride.

  1. If possible, get a car for fuel efficient city driving - finding a proper fuel sipper would be an ideal solution. Since the latest car models include electrics, hybrids, and conventional gasoline engines, we are sure you will be able to select the one that will best suit your budget.
  2. Good speed management is of crucial importance when one is involved in driving in big metropolitan areas - be it Long Beach, Fresno or San Jose - because staying within the proposed speed limits will not only save your fuel but also your life.
  3. Be prepared for traffic rush hours and try to avoid them as the traffic congestion on roads will reach its highest peak then. The reason for the gridlock is the fact that most people commute at those hours - usually two times during a day - once in the morning and once in the evening, with LA having a midnight rush for night workers, too.
  4. Be constantly on the alert for other traffic participants and use the mirrors all the time. Remember that anticipating the moves of both pedestrians and other motor vehicles is one of the characteristics of a great driver.
  5. Be extremely cautious when found in intersections with your special focus being on pedestrians crossing at crosswalks.
  6. Although sticking to one lane is recommended, make sure to indicate in timely manner when you decide to turn or change your lane.
  7. Do not forget that you would need to park your car at the end of your ride so plan in advance on where you might do that as parking space in towns is quite scarce.

 

 

 

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