To prepare for anything coming up on the road ahead, you should:

Your ability to handle dangerous traffic situations depends largely on searching for and identifying problems before meeting them. Looking far ahead of your vehicle does not mean you should simply stare at the center of the road. You need to continually scan the entire road, including the sides of the road.

• Continually scan the entire road and all roadsides.
• Stare straight ahead at all times.
• Drive with your left foot resting lightly on the brake pedal.
• Maintain focus toward the middle of the road.