Left turns cause a lot of crashes. Quick, repeatable steps to make safer left turns — shoulder checks, and scanning. Drive smart. SUBSCRIBE TODAY! ► http://youtube.com/c/smartdrivetest
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Left turns are one of the most dangerous maneuvers drivers perform — and they're a major source of road rage, near-misses, and intersection crashes. In this Smart Drive Test video, Rick August, PhD breaks down why left-hand turns create so much risk and shows you exactly how to stay safe when traffic, timing, and pressure from other drivers all converge at the same moment.

You'll learn why drivers often misjudge the speed of oncoming vehicles, how visibility and sightlines change your gap-acceptance decisions, and the simple scanning routine that dramatically improves your chances of making a clean, confident left turn. Rick also explains why shoulder checks matter just as much as mirrors, how ABS helps—but doesn't replace good judgment—and how to avoid the common beginner mistakes that lead to hesitation, stalling in the intersection, or getting pushed by impatient drivers.

Whether you're a new driver, a parent teaching a learner, or someone who just wants to avoid conflict and collisions at intersections, this video gives you clear, practical steps you can apply on your very next drive. Stay calm, stay predictable, and make safer left turns with proven defensive-driving strategies from Smart Drive Test.

Like the video, subscribe for more training, and drop your left-turn questions in the comments!

Good luck on your road test.

#SmartDriveTest #leftturn #defensivedriving #drivingtesttips #beginnerdriver
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CHAPTERS

00:00 Left Turns and Staying Safe When Turning
00:36 Why Left Hand Turns are Dangerous
02:06 Beginner Drivers Learning How to Do Left Hand Turns
03:02 Beginners Learning How to Drive & Execute Left Turns
03:38 Shoulder Checking & ABS - Always Be Scanning
05:02 What You're Looking For When Making Left Turns
06:50 Do One Maneuver at a Time When Moving Through Intersections
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Are speed cameras a lifesaving tool or an unfair tax on drivers? We unpack the data, legal angles, and what really causes road deaths. SUBSCRIBE TODAY! ► http://youtube.com/c/smartdrivetest
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5 Tips & Tricks To Keep You Safe After You Get Driver's License - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21hBJ49sX-s&list=PL0x-bChcUvwFq0NBrLI4DCKa7_5J60YfQ&index=1

10 Driving Test Fails NO ONE Knows About - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=afkc2fNjbnU&list=PL0x-bChcUvwGp-zdoI8yx1JvWmo9D3n7H&index=4

Frequently Asked Questions to Pass Your Driver's Test - https://www.smartdrivetest.com/faqs-2/
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Are speed cameras really fair to drivers, or have they become an overstep in modern traffic enforcement? In this episode, we break down the myths, the law, and the safety science behind automated speed enforcement. You'll learn why speed affects the severity of crashes, what actually causes most collisions, and why so many drivers feel targeted rather than protected.

We also explore the controversy around "legally" speeding, the different definitions of speeding across jurisdictions, and how posted limits vary widely across the United States. Drawing on international examples—including Australia—we examine how speed cameras shape driving culture and whether they truly improve safety or simply generate revenue.

The episode also looks at the debate around speed limiters on semi-trucks, the rise of vulnerable road user fatalities with electric vehicles, and the cultural cycle of catching speeders and drivers trying to avoid detection. Whether you're a new driver preparing for your road test or an experienced operator frustrated with inconsistent enforcement, this conversation will give you a deeper understanding of speed, risk, and the real causes of traffic deaths.

If you want to drive smarter, safer, and more confidently, this is a must-watch.

Good luck on your road test.

#SmartDriveTest #SpeedCameras #RoadSafety #Speeding #DrivingTest #TrafficSafety
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CHAPTERS

00:00 Are Speed Cameras Really Fair to Drivers?
01:33 Can I "Legally" Speed?
03:13 What is the Best Kept Secret in Traffic Safety?
04:48 Why Increased Speed Increases Chance of Death
06:45 What Are Definitions of Speeding?
08:20 Are Speed Cameras an Overreach of the STATE?
09:31 Australian Speed Cameras Have Shaped Driving Culture
11:27 Speed Limiters on Semi-Truck & Controversy
12:54 Speed Contributes to Severity — But What Causes Crashes?
14:21 The Culture of Catching Speeders & Getting Caught
17:13 What is the REAL Cause of Traffic Fatalities?
18:31 Vulnerable Road User Deaths & Electric Vehicles
19:16 For a Driver's Test Drive the POSTED Speed Limit
22:43 Posted Speed Limits in the U.S. Vary by State
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Why do drivers keep crashing—even with better cars, better tech, and safer roads? Because social driving is still the #1 cause of collisions. SUBSCRIBE TODAY! ► http://youtube.com/c/smartdrivetest
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Why do so many traffic crashes happen—not because of speed, weather, or poor visibility—but because of social driving? In this episode, we dive deep into the behaviors drivers adopt to "fit in" with traffic flow, and how those habits lead directly to collisions, near-misses, and high-risk situations.

Social driving is the unspoken pressure to keep up with traffic, follow "the herd," roll stop signs, avoid signalling, or rush yellow lights because "everyone else does it." These behaviours aren't defensive—they're dangerous. And they're the #1 reason crashes continue to plague our roadways.

You'll learn how to take back control of space, speed, and communication—three elements you can manage every time you drive. We explain why you should always, always control the space in front of your vehicle, how to communicate more effectively with other road users, and the life-saving difference between being right and being dead right.

We also take a dive into favourite tire brands, how emergency vehicles can change traffic lights, why many organizations still label collisions as "accidents," and the uncomfortable truth about why crash numbers aren't going down: society still treats collisions as unavoidable instead of preventable.

If you want to be a smarter, safer driver—and understand the real forces shaping driver behaviour—this episode is essential listening.

👉 Drive smarter. Drive defensively. Drive with confidence.

Good luck on your road test.

#SmartDriveTest #defensivedriving #trafficcrashprevention #driversafety #drivewithconfidence
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CHAPTERS

00:00 – Why Social Driving is the Leading Cause of Traffic Crashes
06:07 – You Can ALWAYS, ALWAYS Control the Space in Front of Your Vehicle
06:56 – Drivers Fail to Communicate Effectively
10:25 – You Can Be Right OR…You Can Be DEAD Right
11:59 – What is Your Favourite Tire Brand for Your Vehicle?
14:15 – Emergency Vehicles Can Change the Lights
15:39 – Why We Still Label Collisions as "Accidents"
19:50 – Why Crash Numbers Aren't Going Down
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