Side (Intersection)
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Intersections are some of the most unpredictable and hazardous areas drivers face, especially when vehicles approach from the side. Side-impact collisions can occur with little warning and often carry serious consequences.
What makes side-approaching traffic so dangerous? Why do many crashes happen when a driver fails to see or react to a vehicle entering from a side street? How can drivers anticipate and avoid these cross-traffic dangers?
This page focuses on the specific risks of vehicles entering intersections from the side, often at right angles. These threats are easy to overlook because the human eye is more attuned to traffic ahead than to cross traffic. Limited visibility, misjudged speeds, and momentary distractions all increase the chances of a crash.
Whether you are traveling through a quiet residential area or a major multi-lane intersection, knowing how to respond to side traffic is key to staying safe. What steps can you take to improve your awareness at intersections? How should you position your vehicle to protect yourself from a sudden side impact?
By understanding why these collisions happen and what makes them so dangerous, you can make smarter choices that help you stay alert and avoid surprises at the intersection.
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