How safe a driver are you? Take our quiz.

How safe a driver are you? Take our quiz to find out.

Safe driving habits save lives and can help you save money on your car insurance premiums.

Add one point for each true statement to see how safe a driver you are.

1. I adjust my mirrors and seat before putting the car in gear.
2. I plan my trip in advance whenever possible.
3. I never talk on the phone while driving.
4. I never text while driving.
5. I never drink and drive.
6. I never drive while fatigued.
7. I always use my signal when turning.
8. I always use my signal when changing lanes.
9. I always look before changing lanes.
10. I only pass when allowed.
11. I always leave two seconds of following time between my car and a car in front of me.
12. When someone is tailgating me, I move over and let them pass.
13. I always have an escape route in case another driver makes a dangerous maneuver.
14. I always stay aware of what other drivers are doing.
15. I monitor my mirrors regularly to see who’s behind me.
16. I always avoid driving in other people’s blind spots.
17. I always slow down in bad weather.
18. I always yield to emergency vehicles.
19. I always yield to school buses.
20. I always yield to pedestrians.
21. I always slow down and move over when I pass bicycles or pedestrians.
22. I always wear my seat belt.
23. I always make sure passengers wear their seat belts.
24. I always use proper car seats and restraints for my children. (Add one if you don’t have children.)
25. I check my tire pressure regularly.
26. I stay on top of standard vehicle maintenance.
27. I always turn my headlights on when I turn my windshield wipers on.
28. I always fully remove snow and ice from my vehicle before driving.
29. I always secure cargo in my vehicle.
30. I only place cargo on the roof of my vehicle if it’s equipped with a roof rack.
31. I’m extra careful when driving a rental car or another unfamiliar vehicle.
32. I’ve taken a defensive driver course.

If you got more than 28 points, good job! You’re careful and considerate of your fellow drivers. If you scored fewer points, we advise working on some bad habits.