The Reality Reports

The Idea Behind Driver Behavior: Wearing a bicycle helmet is widely promoted as a safety measure that protects cyclists during crashes. However, research has suggested that helmets may also influence how drivers behave around cyclists. Some studies indicate that when cyclists wear helmets, car drivers may pass them more closely than when cyclists are not wearing helmets. This behavior is believed to happen subconsciously rather than through deliberate decision-making.

Driving Rules In Mainland China: Driving in mainland China comes with rules that may surprise visitors. One of the most important is that you must have a valid Chinese driver’s license to legally drive. Foreign driver’s licenses are not accepted, and international driving permits are also not valid for use in mainland China. This rule applies to both residents and visitors, even if they plan to drive for a short period.

Never Text And Drive: The Deadly Combination Every time you pick up your phone while driving, you transform your vehicle into a dangerous weapon. Texting behind the wheel takes your attention away from the road for an average of five seconds.  At 55 miles per hour, that means you travel the length of a football field completely blind to what lies ahead. Your brain cannot effectively multitask when it comes to driving and texting. While you might think you can handle both activities at once, research shows that your reaction time becomes slower than someone who has been drinking alcohol.  The cognitive load of reading and responding to messages uses the same mental resources needed for safe driving.