Drive Safe, Live Happy.

Hello, my name is Benjamin, and I would like to thank you for giving people like me the opportunity to apply for this scholarship. Drivers Ed is a very essential part of the society we find ourselves in. I remember visiting my home country sometime back and from the dynamic of how drivers drove in the country was very concerning and dangerous. Lack of driving literacy causes more harm than good. It leads to senseless deaths and damage of properties that could have been avoided if people were educated to driver better and safer.

Driver education is important in reducing the number of deaths because of driving because it helps to teach people the knowledge and skills they need to drive safely. This can include things like understanding traffic laws, knowing how to control a vehicle, and being aware of potential hazards on the road. Driver education can also help to promote safe driving habits, such as always wearing a seatbelt and avoiding distractions while behind the wheel. By helping people to become safer drivers, driver education can help to reduce the number of accidents and fatalities on the roads.

There are several steps that can be taken to reduce the number of deaths related to driving. Some of these steps include Improving road safety; This can include measures such as building safer roads, installing guardrails and other safety barriers, and improving road markings and signage. Promoting safe driving habits; Encouraging people to drive sober, to wear seatbelts, and to avoid distractions such as texting while driving can help to reduce the number of accidents and fatalities on the roads. Educating drivers; Providing driver education programs can help to teach people the knowledge and skills they need to drive safely. Enforcing traffic laws; Strictly enforcing traffic laws and penalties for violations can help to deter people from engaging in dangerous behaviors while driving. Finally, Encouraging the use of safety features: Encouraging the use of safety features such as airbags and collision avoidance systems can help to reduce the severity of accidents when they do occur.

Driving is a privilege that comes with a great deal of responsibility. When we get behind the wheel of a car, we are in control of a potentially dangerous vehicle, and it is our job to ensure the safety of ourselves and others on the road. Unfortunately, not everyone takes this responsibility seriously, and the consequences can be devastating. I have seen firsthand the damage that can be caused by reckless or irresponsible driving. For instance, a friend who was texting while driving and caused a minor collision, and a family member who was speeding and lost control of their vehicle, the effects of these actions were real and lasting. In some cases, people could be injured severely or killed because of these irresponsible actions. It is important for all of us to be mindful of our behavior behind the wheel and to always prioritize safety. This includes following traffic laws, staying alert and focused, and never driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. By taking these steps, we can help to reduce the number of accidents and fatalities on the roads and ensure that everyone arrives at their destination safely.

To be a safer and better driver I would always adhere to the speed limit and traffic signals and use my turn signals when changing lanes or turning. I would also avoid distractions such as texting while driving and avoid driving while tired or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Making sure I use the seatbelt and encourage others to do the same and consider purchasing a vehicle with safety features such as airbags and collision avoidance systems is one way to be safe whiles driving. One but not last step that I would take to make me a better and safer driver is by educating others. Sharing safe driving tips with friends and family and consider supporting driver education programs in my community also goes a long way of at least, saving a life. Lastly, bringing awareness to drinking whiles driving was one of my highlights back in my senior year of high school. To bring awareness to this issue, that has been disturbing my community for the past years, I was involved in an act to portray how drinking while driving is very dangerous and life threatening. To amplify this cause, we designed T-shirts and made hand bands that said, “The issue with drinking and driving is the mo(u)rning after”.