Q: What are the most common issues with drivers?
A: The most common issues while driving are People On Their Phone, Cars Blocking The Left Lane, Not Using Turn Signals, Lights Not On When Needed, and Drivers Littering.
Q: How could I make a difference?
A: Anyone can make a difference by driving according to the Stay Right Standard. Setting this example is critical to making more people aware.
Q: Why should I care?
A: We are all sharing the roads. Treat other drivers the way you’d like to be treated.
Q: How can I support Stay Right?
A: Most importantly you can lead by example. Do you part by driving properly. Beyond that you can share our initiative with friends and family and support us on social media.
Q: Why is using a phone while driving dangerous?
A: Using a phone while driving is dangerous because it diverts your attention away from the road, increasing the risk of accidents due to delayed reactions and impaired focus.
Q: When is it unsafe to use a phone while driving?
A: It is unsafe to use a phone while driving at any time, including texting, talking on the phone, browsing the internet, or using apps, as these activities take attention away from driving.
Q: What are the consequences of using a phone while driving?
A: Using a phone while driving can result in accidents, injuries, fines, legal penalties, increased insurance rates, and even loss of life.
Q: Are there alternatives to using a phone while driving?
A: Yes, there are alternatives such as hands-free devices, voice commands, pulling over to a safe location to use the phone, or asking a passenger to handle phone-related tasks.
Q: How can I avoid using my phone while driving?
A: You can avoid using your phone while driving by turning off notifications, keeping your phone out of reach, using driving mode features, and practicing safe habits to focus solely on driving.
Q: Why is keeping right important?
A: The left lane needs to be free for passing. When it’s not, it caused congested traffic for miles behind and cause other drivers to resort to dangerously passing in the right lane.
Q: I’m going the speed limit, why should I get over?
A: The left lane is designed for passing. It should be left open for others to pass, while you drive the speed limit in the right lane.
Q: If someone is blocking the left lane for a while, what should I do?
A: Try to be patient, there’s not much to do. A flash of the high beams can sometimes alert the driver and make them aware they’re blocking the way. Please note, being aggressive is not the answer.
Q: How can I and others remember?
A: Just look at our logo. Red for driving in the left lane, yellow for middle lane, green for right lane!
Q: Why is using turn signals important?
A: Using turn signals is crucial because it communicates your intentions to other drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists, promoting safer lane changes and turns.
Q: When should I use my turn signals?
A: You should use your turn signals every time you plan to change lanes, merge, make a turn at an intersection, or pull over to the side of the road.
Q: What happens if I don’t use my turn signals?
A: Failing to use turn signals can lead to confusion, unexpected maneuvers by other drivers, and an increased risk of accidents or near misses on the road.
Q: Do I need to use turn signals in parking lots?
A: Yes, you need to use turn signals in parking lots, especially when navigating through parking aisles, entering or exiting parking spots, or making turns within the lot.
Q: Can using turn signals prevent accidents?
A: Absolutely! Using turn signals can significantly reduce the risk of accidents by providing clear indications of your intended actions, allowing others to react and adjust their driving accordingly.
Q: When should I use my lights other than night?
A: Anytime there is precipitation, meaning rain, snow, sleet, and hail. When there is fog or other types of low visibility and when going through tunnels and work zones.
Q: But I can see, why do I need my lights on?
A: Lights make your car visible from the front and back to other drivers and pedestrians.
Q: My car has automatic lights, I’m good right?
A: No, not necessarily. There are many times automatic lights won’t turn on during the day and need to be manually engaged.
Q: What’s an easy way to remember?
A: If you need to turn on your windshield wipers, then your lights should be on.
If other cars without lights on are harder for you to see, turn yours on.
Q: Why is littering while driving a problem?
A: Littering while driving contributes to environmental pollution, harms wildlife, and creates hazards for other drivers and pedestrians on the road.
Q: What items are commonly littered from vehicles?
A: Common items littered from vehicles include cigarette butts, fast food wrappers, plastic bottles, and paper materials like napkins or receipts.
Q: What are the consequences of littering from vehicles?
A: Consequences of littering from vehicles may include fines, penalties, community service, and negative impacts on the local environment and wildlife.
Q: How can I prevent littering while driving?
A: You can prevent littering while driving by keeping a trash bag in your vehicle, securing trash properly, and disposing of it in designated bins at rest stops or when you reach your destination.
Q: Why is it important to dispose of trash responsibly?
A: Responsible disposal of trash helps keep roads clean, preserves the environment, and reduces the need for costly cleanup efforts funded by taxpayers.