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Rural Roads
Rural roads might have less traffic but the temptation to drive faster means less time to react to unexpected hazards such as very slow moving vehicles.

• Don't think it's safe to break the speed limit on rural roads just because there is less traffic.
• There are unforeseen hazards, such as blind bends or animals on the road that could lead to crashes. At slower speeds, you would be able to react to these unforeseen hazards more quickly.
• Take special care when driving at night on rural roads as other drivers' headlights could temporarily blind you.
• You need to adjust your speed and driving according to the weather and road conditions on rural roads, as rain and other hazards are often contributory factors in rural crashes.
• With a clear road ahead you may be tempted to put your foot down.  But THINK!  Before you start to speed on rural roads.
• Drivers on narrow lanes must be able to stop in half the distance that can be seen along the road.
• If you meet a vehicle on a narrow road the driver who has the shorter distance from a passing place should reverse.  But remember that van drivers have limited rear visibility.