So, your teen is ready to get behind the wheel in Illinois? Regardless of whether you’re the excited teen or the slightly nervous parent reading this (or both, tag-teaming this rite of passage), welcome to your ultimate guide to getting your driver’s license in Illinois. Getting a driver’s license is a huge milestone and, let’s… Continue reading Illinois Teen Driver Checklist: Everything You Need to Know
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Why Is Your Check Engine Light On?
You’re driving down the road, not a care in the world, and then you notice something — your check engine light has illuminated. While it is important to inspect your vehicle shortly after the check engine light appears, it may not be a reason to panic. There are a number of reasons why it turned… Continue reading Why Is Your Check Engine Light On?
Is it Safe to Drive with Low Tire Pressure?
Have you ever been driving and noticed that yellow horseshoe with an exclamation point lit up on your car’s dashboard? This symbol is your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) alerting you to potentially under-inflated tires. A national study conducted by Schrader International found that only “58 percent of drivers could properly identify the lifesaving TPMS… Continue reading Is it Safe to Drive with Low Tire Pressure?
5 Keys of Smith System Driving
Looking to improve your driving skills and become a safer driver? Look no further than the Smith System, a widely recognized defensive driving technique. Top Driver Driver Intelligence™ Curriculum was inspired by the Smith System and has developed hundreds of thousands of safe, intelligent drivers. What is the Smith System? The Smith System was invented… Continue reading 5 Keys of Smith System Driving
What Happens If You Put Diesel In a Gas Car
Imagine pulling up to the pump, filling your tank, and then realizing you’ve accidentally used the wrong fuel. Don’t panic! Diesel in a gas car can leave you worried, but understanding how to handle it prevents injury and further damage to your motor vehicle. This blog will clear up the confusion between diesel and gasoline,… Continue reading What Happens If You Put Diesel In a Gas Car
Safe Driving on Spare Tires: How Far and Fast Can You Drive on a Spare Tire?
If you have a flat tire, you know how frustrating a process it is to get your car back to its normal operation. Not only does it disrupt your travel, it also takes time and money to replace a flat. Replacing a flat tire with your spare tire is a safe and effective way to… Continue reading Safe Driving on Spare Tires: How Far and Fast Can You Drive on a Spare Tire?
4-Way Stop Rules of the Road: Who Has the Right of Way?
We’ve all been there. That moment when you come to a 4-way stop and aren’t sure who has the right of way. It can be a frustrating experience, but more importantly, it can be hazardous. To keep traffic flowing smoothly and safely at intersections, we’ll review who has the right of way, answer frequently asked… Continue reading 4-Way Stop Rules of the Road: Who Has the Right of Way?
How to Drive In Snow This Winter
Winter is an exciting time of year that brings out the kid in all of us – a time to engage in a snowball fight, build a snow fort, or go skating. But despite bringing seasonal cheer, winter presents some difficulties when it comes to driving — but don’t fret! With the proper guidelines, you… Continue reading How to Drive In Snow This Winter
Someone Hit My Parked Car — Now What Do I Do?
You’re leaving for work one morning and as you come around the driver’s side of your car, you notice a huge scratch across your door. Someone hit your parked car. Regardless of how significant the damage is, if it’s your car, you’re probably going to be upset. When someone hits your parked car, it’s no… Continue reading Someone Hit My Parked Car — Now What Do I Do?
How to Overcome Driving Anxiety
Driving anxiety is common in people who have had bad experiences or for those who are new at driving in general. Here we’ll go over what some of the possible causes of driving anxiety are, ways to cope with it, and suggestions on how to seek help. Common Causes of Driving Anxiety While everybody is… Continue reading How to Overcome Driving Anxiety