A flashing yellow light indicates that drivers should slow down and proceed through the intersection with caution. It does not require a complete stop

When signals are out, all drivers should stop and proceed in the order they arrived, yielding as necessary.

In most states, the legal BAC limit for drivers over 21 is 0.08%. Exceeding this limit is considered driving under the influence.

High beams must be dimmed within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle to avoid blinding other drivers.

Hydroplaning occurs when your tires ride on a film of water, causing loss of control. Slow down on wet roads to prevent this.

A white cane or guide dog signals the pedestrian is blind. You must yield and stop completely to ensure their safety.

At a four-way stop, if two vehicles arrive simultaneously, the driver on the left must yield to the driver on the right.

When hydroplaning, gently release the accelerator and steer straight until you regain traction. Braking or turning sharply can cause a skid.

Broken white lines separate lanes going in the same direction and allow lane changes when it is safe.

Double solid yellow lines indicate no passing for vehicles traveling in either direction.

A red arrow means you must stop and cannot turn in that direction until the arrow turns green.

Always approach uncontrolled railroad crossings with caution. Stop and make sure no train is coming.

Using hands-free technology minimizes distraction. Texting or holding the phone while driving is dangerous and often illegal.

Drivers may only enter a bike lane within 200 feet of making a right turn or when entering/leaving a driveway.

Tailgating is dangerous and leads to crashes, especially if the vehicle ahead stops suddenly.

By law, you must yield the right-of-way to emergency vehicles by pulling over to the right and stopping.

When parking uphill with a curb, turning your wheels away from the curb ensures that if your vehicle rolls, it will roll into the curb and stop.

Even with a green light, you must always yield to pedestrians who are lawfully in the crosswalk.

Safe driving requires awareness, anticipation, and cooperation with other drivers, not just following rules.

On undivided roadways, all drivers must stop when a school bus has its red lights flashing, indicating that children are boarding or exiting.

It is illegal and dangerous to reverse, stop, or make a U-turn on a freeway. Always continue to the next exit safely.

Headlights must be used during darkness and poor visibility (e.g., fog, rain, or snow) to ensure safe driving.

A solid yellow line on your side indicates that passing is prohibited due to potential hazards.

Low-beam headlights are less likely to reflect off the fog and impair your visibility, unlike high beams.

A red and white triangular sign is a yield sign, indicating that drivers must slow down and yield to other traffic and pedestrians.

Diamond-shaped signs are used to warn drivers of potential hazards or changes in road conditions ahead.

Evading a police officer is a serious offense and can result in criminal charges, including jail time.

Motorcycles stop faster and are harder to see; a longer following distance gives you more time to react.

Pentagon signs indicate areas where children may be present — typically near schools and school crossings.

During a skid, steering in the direction you want to go helps regain control of the vehicle.