Millions of Americans are aware that daily commutes can become monotonous and stressful. Couple that with winter weather, and staying alert is paramount–especially as road conditions start to deteriorate.

At that point, you never know what day you’ll need to become a Timely performance driver.

Timely Performance refers to being present in every moment of driving. This allows you to maximize your car’s performance, and quickly react to unexpected situations. According to a survey, 75% of Americans believe they should be Timely Performance Drivers at minimum once per week. Those who report the need to quickly react to driving situations say that they do this approximately 6 times per week.

BFGoodrich Tires recently conducted a survey about driving behavior. The study included 1,009 adults aged 18 and over who resided in the United States. The sample represented the general population on the basis of socioeconomic, demographic and geographic traits.

Overall, 82 per cent of survey respondents believe drivers are more likely to be in unexpected situations while driving. 54 percent also agree that drivers do better in potentially dangerous situations.

Andrew Comrie-Picard – a professional racecar driver, X-Games runner, and BFGoodrich ambassador – emphasizes that any age driver can (and should) practice Timely Performance Driving. By staying alert, they can drive their car to its full potential in the moments that really matter.

Comrie-Picard says that Timely Performance Driving is based on the following:

*Looking far down the road to anticipate potential issues and road hazards.

*Remembering the importance of smooth contol inputs, such as braking, throttling, and steering.

*Anticipating road conditions, such as standing water and slick roads.

*Driving with two hands on the wheel–no exceptions.

*Keeping distance between you and the car in front of you.

Comrie-Picard says that it is important to make sure your tires are suitable for your vehicle and properly maintained. Comrie-Picard likes the BFGoodrich Avantie T/A Sport tire because of its versatility and performance during harsh winter months as well.

You can find additional information about BFGoodrich Tires and other driving tips at http://www.www.BFGoodrichTires.com