Alertness
Why should you look well ahead and not just at the vehicle directly in front of you?
- So you can drive closer to the car in front
- So you can anticipate hazards early and be ready to reactCorrect
- So you can keep a higher constant speed
- So you do not need to check your mirrors
Why?
Watching far ahead lets you spot problems like braking traffic or a closing junction before they become emergencies. Rule 146 of The Highway Code says you should drive defensively, anticipating what might happen and being prepared to react.
Highway Code rule 146