The specific duties of a motorist typically include:
1. Obeying Traffic Laws: Adhering to speed limits, traffic signals, and road signs.
2. Using Turn Signals: Indicating intentions to turn or change lanes to inform other drivers and pedestrians.
3. Maintaining Vehicle Safety: Regularly checking and maintaining the vehicle, including brakes, tires, lights, and fluids.
4. Driving Responsibly: Avoiding distractions, such as mobile phones, and not driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
5. Yielding to Pedestrians: Giving right of way to pedestrians at crosswalks and being aware of their presence.
6. Following Distance: Keeping a safe distance from the vehicle in front to allow for sudden stops.
7. Adjusting to Conditions: Modifying driving behavior in response to weather conditions, road conditions, and traffic flow.
8. Respecting Other Road Users: Being courteous to cyclists, motorcyclists, and other drivers, and sharing the road safely.
9. Carrying Required Documentation: Keeping a valid driver’s license, vehicle registration, and insurance documentation in the vehicle.
10. Reporting Accidents: If involved in a collision, providing necessary information and reporting it to authorities if required.
These duties help ensure safety on the road for everyone.
