Be aware of your car’s limits and never try to push your car to do something it clearly cannot easily do. For example, always leave enough time when overtaking so you don’t get stuck trying to accelerate. Be familiar with the amount of pressure you need to put on the brakes. Tips By: <a href="http://www.centralvalleyclassic.com/motorway-skills-essential-for-safe-d... target="_blank">Shanon Gordon</a>.