Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is to wear your safety belt — See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone.
WARNING:
Assume that other road users (pedestrians,
bicyclists, and other drivers) are going to be
careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they
might do and be ready. In addition:
- Allow enough following distance between you
and the driver in front of you.
- Focus on the task of driving.
Driver distraction can cause collisions resulting in injury or possible death. These simple defensive driving techniques could save your life.
Chevrolet Cobalt Service & Repair Manual. Operation
The desired yaw rate is calculated
from the position of the steering wheel, the speed of the vehicle and the
lateral, or sideways acceleration of the vehicle. The difference between
the desired yaw rate and the actual yaw rate is the yaw rate error, which
is a measurement of o ...