People in our area know the danger that deer can pose to unprepared drivers. Many unfortunate people have found their ideal used cars for sale only to have the vehicle ruined in an accident. We’ve got some tips for you that will help you stay safe from the hazard these local animals create.

Deer Season: Safe Driving Tips

Use Your Headlights Effectively

Seeing deer is the first step in avoiding an accident involving these very common animals. Be sure your headlights are on if you’re driving in dark or low-visibility conditions. Adjust your brights and dims accordingly so that you always see any deer that are around you.

Keep to the Center Lane

If you’re driving on a road with multiple lanes during the morning or evening hours when deer are most active, keep to the center lanes of the road. This will give you more time to react if a deer starts to cross the road from either side. Of course, obey local traffic laws and be courteous to other drivers while being mindful of deer.

Brake, Don’t Swerve

Remaining calm and knowing how to react when there’s a deer in your path will help you stay safe. Instead of swerving to avoid the deer, which could result in losing control of your vehicle and causing a collision, stay in your lane and firmly engage your brakes. This will give you the best chance of avoiding an accident.

Watch Out for More Deer

Deer travel in packs, so more often than not when you see one deer on the road, there are more nearby. Don’t assume it’s safe when the first deer you see is out of the way. Keep alert and look to either side of the road for more deer, as they are likely to follow the first one you saw crossing the road.

Find Used Cars for Sale

Now that you know how to better protect your vehicle from the risks deer pose, it’s time to find yourself the perfect ride. You won’t get a better selection than what we have waiting for you in our inventory. No matter what used car, truck, or SUV you’re after, our friendly team will help you find it.

Ready to drive home in your dream ride? Come to Matthews Motors of Goldsboro today!