Preparing an aspie for car accidents and police pullovers

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I have only recieved one ticket which was a photoradar ticket, and I wasn't even driving.My dad borrowed my vehicle and was speeding.I could have proven in court that it wasn't me since I was at work at the time and my employer at the time could have brought in the time cards to prove such.I did not fight it in court because the court costs would have been more than the ticket itself.
I have never been in any accidents.I took drivers ed and they taught us what to do in an accident situation as well.I always carry an accidnet form in my console just in case.Its better to be prepared.My insurance company also issued me one which I have with my insurance card.I have two accident forms in total.I also keep a first aid kit in my vehicle.

I'm of the, can hardly talk to people make, and I'm as cool as a cucumber in car accidents and dealings with the police. I even pick up the phone, dial the police and explain it all.

I've been in a couple of decent car accidents (a car written off each time--none were the fault of the driver of my vehicle; naturally, I don't have full movement of my neck now...).

I don't think someone with an ASD would be any different than a normal person. The last one I was in, the other driver was a hysterical mess ("normal"), whereas my mother and I were perfectly calm (HFA and "normal").

I'm so glad that my driving test had to be postponed (the MTO is on strike). Driving overwhelms me and makes me start to freak out. Maybe that's just because my mom yells at me the whole time when we go out.

When pulled over by the police, it's actually a very good idea not to say anything. If the officer asks if you understand what he/she said, just nod "yes". Give the licence, registration and insurance as instructed. That all as far as interaction is concerned.

In case of an accident, I suggest you to have a cell phone and somebody to call. They could tell you what to do. It's a lot easier in a tense situation.