Teach new drivers and refresh skills of current drivers. The
skills necessary for defensive driving are a mix of preparing, observing, and
reacting appropriately. Defensive drivers follow these main practices:  

• Always plan for the unexpected 
• Control their speed 
• Respect other drivers on the road 
• Prepared to react to other drivers 
• Never assume other drivers’ intentions 
• Adapt driving for different road
      conditions 
• Always alert and not distracted while
      driving