Avoid “Dooring”: Car Door Opening Safety Tips

“Better safe than sorry,” as the saying goes. This is especially true when it comes to traffic participation. Just a moment of negligence or carelessness can lead to accidents at any time, even from seemingly harmless actions like opening a car door.

The Hidden Danger of a Seemingly “Harmless” Action

Car door opening accidents, often dubbed “death doors,” are becoming a growing concern for road users, especially in major cities like Hanoi.

Car door opening accident

Just type “car door opening accident” into Google, and you’ll find a series of tragic, even fatal, accidents. The common cause is often the carelessness of those inside the vehicle who fail to check properly before opening the door. This leaves motorcyclists or other vehicles behind with no time to react, leading to collisions.

Mr. Nguyen Van A, a traffic safety expert at XE TẢI HÀ NỘI, states: “Many people underestimate the danger of opening a car door carelessly. They don’t realize that a sudden door opening can cause serious consequences, even taking the lives of others.”

How to Avoid Becoming a “Victim” of the “Death Door”?

To prevent unfortunate accidents, those inside the car should:

• Always check carefully: Before opening the door, turn your head or use the rearview mirror to make sure no vehicles are approaching.
• Open the door slowly: Do not open the car door suddenly. Open it slightly first, check again, and then fully open it when it is safe.
• Teach children how to get out of the car safely: Children are often active and unaware of dangers. Teach them to get out of the car from the right-hand door, near the curb, and always with an adult.

Safe car door opening

Frequently Asked Questions About Car Door Opening Accidents:

• What are the penalties for opening a car door and causing an accident?

Depending on the severity of the accident, the offender may face administrative fines or criminal prosecution.

• How to protect yourself when traveling near parked cars?

Maintain a safe distance from parked cars, especially when traveling near schools, markets, hospitals, etc.

XE TẢI HÀ NỘI – A Reputable Source of Truck Information

To learn more about traffic safety issues, please visit the XE TẢI HÀ NỘI website – https://xetaihanoi.edu.vn. We provide many useful articles about trucks, including:

• Truck hits train
• How much to upgrade driving license from C to D

Let’s work together to build a safe and civilized traffic culture. Because your safety is also the happiness of your family and society.