Brazil celebrates National Traffic Day every September 25th. The commemorative date is part of the National Traffic Week, which takes place every year between the 18th and 25th of September and includes the world day without a car, on the 22nd of September.
The main objective of the National Traffic Week is to make drivers and pedestrians aware of the care, obligations and responsibilities in traffic.
National Traffic Day - Reducing accident rates is key
National Traffic Day is a great time to reflect on our behavior in traffic.
A more human and less lethal traffic depends only on ourselves. Small attitudes that will not disturb the routine or delay the commitments only contribute to improve the interaction between cars, motorcycles, trucks, buses, bicycles and pedestrians. See how easy it is.
Forget the cell phone
The few seconds you spend reading a message are enough to cause a tragedy. Avoid even talking via bluetooth, because when talking to another person on the phone the driver ends up disconnecting from what happens around him, even with both hands behind the wheel.
Respect the limits
Speeding is among the main causes of accidents and deaths in Brazilian traffic.
Never drink and drive
Alcohol alters reflexes, slowing your perception and impairing your motor coordination.
Make way for other drivers
Two seconds of waiting will not delay your day. In addition to cordiality, you will be contributing to a smoother traffic.
Respect pedestrians
The smallest and most fragile always have a preference in traffic. Always respect this order: pedestrian, bicycle, motorcycle, car, bus and truck. There is no point in raising awareness of National Traffic Day if there is no respect for pedestrians.
Signal all your maneuvers
It is essential that other drivers know what you are going to do.
keep your distance
Keep a safe distance to the car in front. With more and more frequent traffic jams, the chances of a pileup are enormous when cars are very close together.
Beware of motorcycles
In cities with high motorcycle traffic, walk as close to the curb as possible and avoid changing lanes. Motorcycle accidents are the biggest killers in Brazil.
Wear your belt
All occupants of the vehicle must wear a seat belt. One of the main causes of death in accidents is the lack of a rear seat belt.
Child in the car seat
We don't even need to be on National Traffic Day to remember that children are only in the back seat and with a seat, right?
Maintenance
Keep your vehicle up to date, especially tires, brakes and lights.
Motorcycle within the limit
Motorcyclists, respect speed limits and avoid traveling between cars. Remember the old phrase: “On the bike, the bumper is your own body”. The risk of a serious accident on a motorcycle is five to ten times greater than with a four-wheeled vehicle.
Pedestrian only in the lane
Pedestrian, only cross the safety lane.
Attention cyclists
Cyclist, avoid roads with a lot of traffic. Try to walk through calm streets inside the neighborhoods. Besides being tastier, it is much safer. Always signal your maneuvers, wear a helmet and lights on the bike.
Source: bidu.com