Slow for Reduced Stopping Distance
As covered already, maintaining a slow speed in city driving is the basic safeguard because it reduces stopping distances.
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Preview Situations in Which the Brake Pedal Should Be Covered
To reduce stopping distances even further, place your right foot over the brake pedal when you are in the following situations:
Next to parked vehicles.
Able to see the brake lights of other vehicles.
Approaching signal lights.
Riding the brakes means pressing down on the brake pedal even when you are not stopping. If you are constantly riding the brakes, other drivers — having seen your brake lights for a while — may ignore your brake lights if you must stop suddenly and may rear end you. However, covering the brake with your foot is okay. This action will allow you to brake in less time.