Driving too fast is expensive

Driving too fast is expensive


Accelerate, decelerate, brake ... re-accelerate, turn! Does that mean anything to you?


You have surely already suffered from the "zeal of the pedal" of some drivers. As nasty as they are, are sudden acceleration, braking and cornering really dangerous? The answer is yes: they are major accident risk factors, especially for pedestrians.
The statistics speak for themselves. In Quebec, in 2013, 65 pedestrians were killed and 2,816 were injured in collisions with a road vehicle. Cyclists are also victims of accidents: 13 people lost their lives, 88 were seriously injured and 1,853 were slightly injured during 2012. For the rest of Canada, the 2012 Canadian Motor Vehicle Traffic Collision report Statistics reports 312 pedestrians and 61 cyclists killed in a collision with a car.
Bad driving habits affect your road safety. These actions, which are often the result of driver negligence and inattention, have several consequences for you and for society.
Short-term costs
Driving rough will cost you more in gasoline. Despite the current period of lull with the fall in the price of a barrel, it would be unrealistic to believe that prices at the pump will remain eternally low.
Long-term costs
If you don't have a smooth driving style, your car will suffer. Long-term maintenance will require you to dig deeper into your pockets for more frequent tire and brake changes, oil changes and the premature wear of other parts.
Braking suddenly is an offense!
These bad habits are also synonymous with infractions and demerit points could be added to your record. Some examples :
For Quebec
Sudden braking without necessity: 2 points
Acceleration when overtaking by another vehicle: 2 points
Failure to stop before making a right turn on a red light (where this turn is permitted): 3 points
For Ontario
Right turn at a red light where it is not allowed: 2 points
Acceleration when overtaking by another vehicle: 3 points
Failure to stop completely at a red light or stop sign: 3 points
No need to be in a hurry to hit the road! Starting a little early and focusing on driving are two very simple tips that will pay off a lot.
Not to mention that having a more fluid and focused drive allows you to undergo less stress ... and to maintain better health!
Do you need to let off steam?
There's nothing like a short trip on a circuit like ICAR at Mirabel airport or the autodrome near you to participate in acceleration or lapping evenings. No one will tell you to go slower. You can compete against others or try to beat your own time without stressing everyone around you in traffic.