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What does IPDE stand for in driving?

I’m a young driver, and most of the information from the courses I took is still fresh in my mind. There was one thing that my instructor used to emphasize that I just can’t remember. What does IPDE stand for?

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Kaitlin May · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Sometimes learning to drive can be information overload! Understandably, not everything sticks long-term. The IPDE strategy stands for Identify, Predict, Decide, and Execute.
Not only is IPDE crucial for drivers who are new behind the wheel, but it can help drivers of all ages be more mindful on the road.
This is how you can use it in the moment:
  • Identify anything that could make driving conditions difficult, like an approaching vehicle or weather patterns
  • Predict what could happen when you encounter that troublesome condition or object
  • Decide on the lowest-risk action available to you to avoid a collision
  • Execute the safest action
IPDE can come in handy in any situation when you’re driving. The goal is to avoid any impulsive actions that disregard the potential danger around you.
As useful as the strategy is, stressful situations can get the best of you. If IPDE doesn’t prevent a collision from happening, don’t panic. You can only manage what’s under your control, which includes having the right
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