To drive defensively, you must:
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Keep your eyes moving.
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Keep one hand on the steering wheel.
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Avoid scanning the road ahead.
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Use the vehicle ahead as your only point of focus.
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Explanation
To drive defensively, keep your eyes moving around the road to anticipate unexpected hazards and predict potential mistakes from other drivers. Always stay alert, obey all traffic signs and signals, and grip the steering wheel with both hands. Only use your horn in emergencies, and if another driver behaves aggressively, try to remain calm to avoid creating a hazard.
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