When driving any vehicle it is important to follow the rules of the road for your and others safety. We have compiled a list of road safety tips to drive in India so you can stay safe on the road.
While Driving, You Should Always Carry
Your driving license
Vehicle registration book
Vehicle fitness certificate for transport vehicle
P.U.C. certificate
Vehicle insurance
Road permit for transport vehicle
While Parking, You Must Always
Park your vehicle according to signal board or road marking
Ensure that it does not cause any inconvenience to others
Stop the engine, remove the key, pull the hand brake and put 1st gear
Remember to never park on footpath, near traffic signal, bus stand, fire hydrants, road corners and no parking boards
If you hold a learner’s license, then
Remember that it is valid only for 6 months
It is mandatory to have a L sign on your car
Learner’s license issued in Maharashtra is valid throughout India
You must only drive when accompanied by a person with permanent license
While entering from narrow road to main road, wait for the vehicles on main road to pass by
You must slow down and stop on the left side of the road if dazzled by headlights of the vehicle coming from the opposite side
You cannot drive under any circumstance if you learners license is revoked
Rules of the road: Rules to Follow while Driving
Always stop at the red light. However, if policeman signs you to go, then you can
Stop at Zebra crossing and let pedestrians pass by.
Before making a left turn, position your vehicle in the left most lane.
Before making a right turn, position your vehicle in the right most lane.
While slowing down, apply brakes first followed by clutch.
While overtaking on the expressway, always use the right most lane.
While driving on a well lit road during night, keep your headlights on low beam.
Always overtake from the right side.
Do not use mobile phone while driving.
When road is marked by lanes, always drive in lanes and change with signals only.
Obey the directions given by traffic policeman.
When you are about to stop a vehicle, raise right arm vertically outside the window.
While taking a U-Turn at controlled intersection, wait for the signal to turn green.
Give way to traffic approaching on your right side.
While driving at no signal intersection, if people are crossing the road then let them cross first.
While driving behind a vehicle, keep a safe distance from the vehicle.
Don’t blow horn while driving in silent zone.
Single yellow line along the the side of the road means parking is prohibited.
Double yellow line along the the side of the road means parking or stopping is prohibited.
While slowing down, apply brakes first followed by clutch.
At a railway crossing without gates, proceed carefully.
While driving uphill, use the same gear as used while going uphill.