Influences from the media  — think of the images of cars and driving in ads and movies. Do these images generally promote safe driving? 

Influences from peers  — other people can influence your driving. Your friends may pressure you to drive faster or to race away from stoplights. You may think it will impress them if you turn up the volume on your car stereo system. 

## Take responsibility 

Becoming licensed to drive means you are taking on new responsibilities to yourself, your passengers and other road users. 

## You, the driver 

## You in the driver’s seat – part 7 

You’ve been to the garage and now you’re on your way to your friend’s place. You’re relieved because it seems you have enough time after all. Then you notice a large truck ahead that’s going pretty slowly. 

You hate passing trucks, especially on a narrow road like this one. 

## What choice would you make? 

Slow down and stay behind the truck? 

It’s important to know and accept the limits of your driving abilities and your vehicle. You also need to take responsibility for developing your driving skills and ensuring your own safety. 

or 

Try to pass the truck even though you don’t feel comfortable doing so? 

