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Drive with care on rural roads likely be necessary to use high beams while driving to maintain proper visibility. • Keep a map in the car. GPS systems have become the standard for most drivers -- many of which rely on them solely for navigation. However, it is easy to
become lost when the GPS fails. Having a paper map on hand can give drivers peace of mind. Also, that same impaired satellite service could affect mobile phone signals. This makes knowing where a driver is going even more important.
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• Be careful of soft and unmarked shoulders. Rural roads may be built on the side of hills or ravines. Dirt on the side of the roads could be unstable. These roads also tend to be more narrow. Use caution when pulling to the shoulder or passing other cars.
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Individuals who live in rural areas become accustomed to the subtleties of driving rural roads. However, those who are visiting or new to the area may be less tuned-in to the surroundings. According to research, there are twice as many accidents on rural roads as there are in urban areas. To be safe, keep these tips in mind: • Expect blind curves. In many cases, rural roads are built to be of minimal disturbance to the surrounding landscape. This could mean that roads bend and dip every which way. Pay attention to posted speed limits -- they're very accurate for the road conditions. • Be on animal watch. Keep an eye for any animals which might be sharing the road. Certain times of the day, such as dawn and dusk, tend to be prime times for animals to be on the move, whether finding a new place to bed down or scout for food. A deer can total a car if hit, and even low-flying birds can cause damage. When passing farms, be on the lookout for livestock crossing the road and farmers driving equipment, such as tractors. • Many roads may not be paved. Some drivers take paved roads for granted. In rural areas, the roads may be made of gravel or dirt. This calls for slower driving speeds to maintain traction and safety. • Expect minimal lighting. Driving at night in rural areas can be nerve-wracking for the i n e x p e r i e n c e d . S t re e t lights are rare and may only appear at particularly dangerous curves or intersections. It will
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