https://peertube.dngr.us/videos/watch/f1eb2bca-7640-4659-a2a2-15b725fead2c Made by the Jam Handy organization for Chevrolet, "Be An ACE* Driver" is a campy driver's ed film featuring Miss Jr. Miss for 1967, Rosemarie Dunaway Trible of Arkansas. The "A.C.E. system" centers on the words Alert, Courteous, and Education. The film opens with slot-car racing model cars on a miniature race track (0:07-0:54). Miss Rosemarie Dunway from Little Rock, Arkansas, makes an appearance on screen (0:59), followed by an explanation of what it means to be an A.C.E. driver (3:09). The narrator kicks off the film's first section on alertness (3:28), showcasing a 1967 Chevrolet Caprice cruising down a street (3:10) and passing by a parked 1961 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88 (4:16). Scenes then depict a 1966 Pontiac GTO Street Machine emerging from behind a Hertz truck (4:44) and a Mercury Comet pulling in front of the film's driver (4:53). The film further features a 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle on the freeway (5:01) and a 1968 Chevy Camaro hitting a pillar on the freeway (5:30) as the narrator delves into highway hypnosis (6:43). Footage includes a 1967 Chevrolet Impala on the road (7:59) before transitioning to the film's section on courtesy (8:06), displaying a 1969 Volkswagen Type 3 tailgating (9:14). The film then moves into the third section on being an educated driver (9:36), featuring a 1967 Chevrolet Camaro turning a corner (10:06) and concluding with a red Chevrolet Camaro turning into a driveway.(12:47). The film ends (13:55). The overall message encourages young drivers to stay focused, be considerate of others, and continuously improve their skills both in the classroom and on the road to ensure safety and success. 00:00 Introduction to Rosemary Dunway, America’s Junior Miss for 1967.0:57 - Rosemary introduces Rick, who is teaching her about slot car racing, and emphasizes the competitive spirit.1:00:Rick explains how mistakes on the road can have serious consequences, unlike in racing.1:28 : Emphasizing the importance of driving with skill, control, and focus. 1:47:- Rick is described as an "all-around ace driver" and the meaning of being an ace is introduced.2:06 : Rosemary discusses how being an ace involved being alert, courteous, and educated, which were factors in winning the Junior Miss title. 2:53 : Comparisons are made between being an ace driver and an ace in other fields, emphasizing the qualities of alertness, courtesy, and education.3:19: Explanation of the qualities of an alert driver, like spotting potential dangers, reacting to hazards, and handling situations calmly, including children running into the street or parked cars pulling out.4:09:The dangers of target fascination, where drivers focus too long on something and lose attention on the road. Emphasizes the importance of keeping focus on the big picture and avoiding distractions.5:11 :More on the dangers of distractions like radios, rearview mirrors, and speedometers, and how they can lead to accidents. 6:09 : Highway hypnosis discussed, with tips on staying alert on long drives, such as taking breaks, checking instruments, and paying attention to road signs.7:18: A focus on courtesy, highlighting the importance of being polite and how courtesy can help avoid accidents and improve driving conditions for everyone.8:11: Additional emphasis on the importance of courtesy in defensive driving, such as slowing down to let cars merge or allowing others to change lanes.9:03:The final aspect of becoming an ace driver: education. The importance of understanding driving techniques like turning, parking, and maneuvering.10:13 Detailed steps on parallel and angle parking techniques, and backing into parking spaces.12:10:The final piece of the puzzle: knowing and maintaining your car’s condition. Safety depends on both the driver and the vehicle. 13:17: Closing remarks encouraging young drivers to be alert, courteous, and educated, with the goal of becoming a real ace driver. Motion picture films don't last forever; many have already been lost or destroyed. For almost two decades, we've worked to collect, scan and preserve the world as it was captured on 35mm, 16mm and 8mm movies -- including home movies, industrial films, and other non-fiction. If you have endangered films you'd like to have scanned, or wish to donate celluloid to Periscope Film so that we can share them with the world, we'd love to hear from you. Contact us via the weblink below. 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