Choosing a good position within your lane should help you:

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Why

A smart lane position helps you see and be seen, stay out of other drivers' blind spots, avoid wind blast, keep an escape route open, and discourage others from squeezing into your lane.

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Topic: Defensive driving   License: Car permit

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• Scanning, Space and Communication

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