Highway Transportation System

• Moves people and cargo in a safe, efficient economical manner.

• HTS is regulated by federal, state and local laws.

• 3 PARTS– People– Vehicles– Roadways

National Highway Safety Act

What? Traffic safety guidelines

Established by… The federal government

Enforced by 1. Police2. Motor Vehicle Department3. Courts

DriverResponsibility

1. Ability to drive RESPONSIBILYa) Avoid collisions, traffic jams, safe driving habits.

b) Attitude

2. Financial responsibilitya) Car maintenance, insurance

3. Environmental responsibilitya) Buying efficient cars, efficient habits,

carpooling, recycling used materials

How can you reduce your risk?

1. Keep vehicle in top condition

2. Anticipate the actions of others

3. Take steps to protect yourself and others

4. Drive only when in sound mental and physical condition

5. Develop your driving skills

Space Cushion

Space Cushion: leaving a margin of space between you and the car in front of you.

- Gives you room to maneuver your vehicle incase of sudden stops

- Increases reaction time

S.I.P.D.E.

Using the S.I.P.D.E. Process

S= SEARCH for possible hazards or risks

I= IDENTIFY objects or conditions ahead that could interfere with your planned path of travel (look “12-15 seconds” ahead)

P= PREDICT what the risk/hazard may do or how it will affect your path of driving

D= DECIDE your safest plan of action

E= EXECUTE your plan

How would you use the SIPDE process to navigate through this traffic scene?

S.I.P.D.E. Example

Graduated Driver License (GDL)(a multi stage driver license system)

1) Permit- Age 16 (special learners permit)

Age 17 (examination permit)

2) Probationary license

3) Basic license- Class D

• Expires after 4 years• Name change = 2 weeks• Address change = 1 week

Organ Donation

• Uniform Anatomical Gift Act -allows an individual to donate his/her organs upon death.

– One organ and tissue donor can save more than 50 lives.

• No costs to the family for donation, and it will not affect funeral arrangements.

• When applying for a driver license the first time and when renewing, the MVC staff will ask if you would like to be an Organ Donor.

• 18 years or older can say yes, legally consenting to the donation of organ or tissue.

• Documented on your license.

6 point ID verification6 point ID verification To be issued a NJ driver’s license a resident must To be issued a NJ driver’s license a resident must

proveproveAge - Identity - Legal presence in the U.S.Age - Identity - Legal presence in the U.S.

A resident must present different documents to prove age, identity and legal status. Each document is worth a different point value;1. One primary document (4 points): Birth certificate, driver’s license, US passport, US citizenship or US adoption papers,

2. One secondary document (1-3 points): Marriage/civil union certificate, Social Security card, bank statement, ATM card, health insurance card, NJ tax statement, high school/college ID with school records, FAA pilot license

3. Proof of address (must): Credit card bill, high school report card, rental contract or if under 18, MVC will accept Parent/Guardian Certification that verifies you are living with the parent/guardian at address.

4. Social Security card (must)

Minimum requirements for driving

Eyesight 20/50 vision with or without corrective lenses. One eye only, the 20/50 rule and the applicant must have

documentation signed by a licensed physician. Vision recheck, MVC may require a vision recheck of a New Jersey

motorist .

Written 80 %, (40 of the 50 questions must be correct answers)

Health Health Questions and inform examiner of health problems. If the applicant has a health problem, a medical review may be

necessary.

Road Test- (driving skills)Driving performance

Driving in reverse Following distance Corners and

intersections Parallel parking Steering properly Stopping Yielding Use of horn

Vehicle problems

Improper paperwork (GDL, inspection, etc.)

Lack of examiner access to foot brake or parking brake

Any defect or condition that affects the safe operation of the test vehicle,

– Poor brakes – Unsafe tires– Vehicle interior is not in

clean condition– Vehicle failed inspection– Fast engine idle – Missing seat belts

Pass Probationary License

Fail Wait at least 2 weeks before taking the test again.

Eligible after 6 months of Supervised (permit)Driving (over 21= 3 months)

Vehicle InformationNew Jersey residents who buy a new or used vehicle must

title and register the vehicle title and register the vehicle before driving the vehicle on

public roads.

TITLETITLE A legal certificate of vehicle ownership issued by the MVC.

It lists:• current owner's name/address• make, model & year of vehicle• the first date sold• vehicle mileage

New Jersey Vehicle RegistrationNew Jersey Vehicle Registration

Application information includes:1. Name of the vehicle’s current insuranceinsurance company name

and the policy number.

2. Show proof of vehicle ownershipownership. (manufacturer’s certificate of origin, dealer’s certificate of sale or a title)

3. Show proof that the required sales taxsales tax has been paid.

Note: In New Jersey a motorist must be at least 17years old to registera vehicle.

NJ License PlatesSpecialty platesSpecialty plates

2 matching license plates; one front plateone rear plate

Both plates must be clean and visible.

The rear plate must be lit so it is visible from 50 feet at night.

NJ Vehicle Inspection *All NEW gas-fueled vehicles must pass their first MVC inspection after five years.

*All gas-fueled vehicles (over 5 years old), registered in NJ must pass inspections every two years.

Purpose?Testing of a vehicles emissions system, brakes, steering and other safety features

Where?1. Free at a state inspection facility2. $20.00 - $40.00 at a state licensed private inspection facility (gas station)

Vehicle passespasses inspection A certificate of approval is put in the lower left corner of the windshield.Vehicle failsfails inspection30 days to repair problems

NJ Vehicle Insurance• Motor vehicle liability insuranceliability insurance is mandatory in the State of

New Jersey. – Proof that you will be held financially responsibility if you

cause damage to property or injury a person

• An Insurance Identification Card must remain in the vehiclemust remain in the vehicle with the driver. – Shown;

• prior to inspection• when involved in an accident• when stopped by law enforcement for a traffic violation

or roadside spot check.

• Driving with an uninsured vehicle can result in fines, community service, license/registration suspension and insurance surcharges.

Factors that determine cost of insurance

– Age (under 25 more money)– Driving record – Miles per year you drive– Where you live– How you drive to work (car pool)– Gender (men drive more often) – Marital status– Value of vehicle (more expensive

the car, the more insurance cost)– Type of car (sport car vs. sedan)– Driver education course

Types of insuranceTypes of insurance

Liability insuranceLiability insurance

Collision insurance Collision insurance covers vehicle damages if you cause a crash or hit someone without insurance

Comprehensive insurance Comprehensive insurance covers vehicle damaged caused by something other than a collision, (fire, natural disasters, falling objects, vandalism)

No fault insuranceNo fault insurancepays medical bills