Photography by Brian Finke
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A Pro Driver’s Tips
July & August 2004
Racing legend Hurley Haywood, five-time winner at Daytona, gives advice for safer highway driving
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Cover the Basics
Check your tires—including the spare—fuel, oil, and all mechanical
parts. Keep repair tools on hand. Buckle up.
Look Ahead
I always maintain a 360-degree circle around me to see both long and short
range. This allows me to watch out for the worst. If a guy blows a tire in
front of you, you have time to think, "How can I avoid hitting
him?"
Relax Your Grip
Your hands should stay loosely in the ten and two o'clock positions on the
wheel. When you turn, let your hands shuffle back to ten and two o'clock.
That way you'll have room to make further steering adjustments.
Concentrate
Don't read maps while driving. Don't make calls. Don't apply
makeup. People have horrible habits; that's why they get into trouble.
They're not paying attention.
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