Ready for the road - Log Book

New Driver's and Motorcyclist's Log Book

Basic Driving Skills

Some skills apply to everything you do as a driver.

Keep a constant watch on your surroundings and be aware of people and vehicles around you at all times. Check your mirrors frequently, and always check your blind spots by looking over your shoulder before making turns and lane changes.

Remember that you share the road with others. Trucks, motorcyclists, cyclists and pedestrians all call for your attention and courtesy on the road. It's important to remember that other vehicles have different needs. For example, trucks need extra stopping room and wider turning lanes, buses need to enter traffic from stopping lanes, and when passing cyclists in narrow lanes they should be given the full width.

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For more information call: 1-800-387-3445

If you have any questions concerning new drivers and insurance, call the Insurance Bureau of Canada at 362-9528; from area code 807 call collect (416) 362-2031; elsewhere in Ontario call 1-800-387-2880.

Ready for the road is sponsored by Ontario's car insurance companies.