1.Back in the day and in some cases even today, we use MSM ( Mirror Signal Manoeuvre).
The new method of teaching is MSPSL ( Mirror, Signal, Position, Speed, Look). We spent time in the 80s explaining what we meant by saying manoeuvre,. Now it is broken down to Position, Speed and Look.
When you are driving use these areas as a check list
What’s happening in my mirrors.
Do I need to signal here to let others know what I am doing.
Is this the right position to do what I need to do,
Do I need to slow down or speed up.
Look again in my mirrors and where I want to go to confirm it is safe to carryout what I want to do.
2. Is my car safe to go out on the road.
3. Have I checked weather and traffic conditions.
Any other tips or trends?
Having a breakdown service is added protection in case the worst should happen. Safety checks before setting off will limit the possibility of breaking down.
