Knowing how to reverse a car safely and efficiently is critical to the safety of the driver and individuals in the area who share the road or utilize nearby sidewalks (other motorists, cyclists, pedestrians). It is also a skill that you will be graded on when taking the Illinois and Michigan driving test. 8 Recommended… Continue reading How to Reverse a Car Safely
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5 Driving Resources for New Drivers in Illinois
The steps required for a new driver to complete driver education and obtain a license can be daunting – but they don’t have to be. We’ve compiled a list of important driving resources and information you will find helpful as you tackle the road ahead and work towards passing the Illinois driving test. Illinois Teen… Continue reading 5 Driving Resources for New Drivers in Illinois
What to Know About Illinois Road Test Requirements
New drivers in Illinois are required to take a road test exam in a vehicle that matches the size and weight classification of the driver’s license they’re applying for. To ensure a successful road test experience, let’s dive into what is on the Illinois road test and how to prepare. How to Prepare for Illinois… Continue reading What to Know About Illinois Road Test Requirements
What Should You Do When Approaching a Stopped School Bus?
According to the Illinois State Board of Education, “Children are at greatest risk when they are getting on or off the school bus. Most of the children killed in bus-related crashes are pedestrians, five to seven years old, who are getting on or off the bus. They are hit by the school bus or by… Continue reading What Should You Do When Approaching a Stopped School Bus?
Illinois Cell Phone Laws: What You Should Know
Use of electronic communication devices in Illinois while driving comes with certain stipulations and possible penalties if violated. It is imperative that all drivers operating a vehicle in the state of Illinois be aware of current laws governing cell phone use while driving. Whether you are just passing through the ‘Land of Lincoln’ or are… Continue reading Illinois Cell Phone Laws: What You Should Know
What Are the Most Common Traffic Signs?
Traffic signs function similarly to traffic signals as they control the flow of traffic and fulfill fundamental needs of drivers and pedestrians. Generally, traffic signs aim to: Grab driver and pedestrian attention Convey a clear, simple meaning Command respect from road users Give adequate time for the proper response (yield, stop etc.) Stop Signs This… Continue reading What Are the Most Common Traffic Signs?
What to Do When Encountering Certain Traffic Signals
Traffic signals are used to control the flow of traffic while also promoting safe and efficient driving. Traffic control signals can be found along, beside, or above a road and are used by motor vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles and pedestrians. Traffic signals also create breaks in traffic to allow pedestrians ample time to cross the street… Continue reading What to Do When Encountering Certain Traffic Signals
Identifying Traffic Signals by Color
What kind of world would we live in without traffic signals? With a U.S. population of about 325 million, it’s no wonder why big cities (and most towns for that matter) have traffic signals to control the flow of traffic. You can find traffic signals along the side of the road and more commonly,… Continue reading Identifying Traffic Signals by Color
How Scanning Ahead Can Make You a Better Driver
You’ve heard the term scanning, but do really know what it is and how to employ it to become a better driver? First things first, scanning is knowing where, when and how to look 360 degrees around the vehicle for signs, signals, roadway markings and potential hazards. Here’s what you need to know to become… Continue reading How Scanning Ahead Can Make You a Better Driver
How to Master Interstate Driving
Interstate driving can be overwhelming at first and is an integral part of our highway transportation system. Generally, these high-speed roadways, when compared to other roadways, have a lower frequency of collisions; however, when a collision does occur, it is often more severe because of the combination of speed and impact. Because of higher speeds,… Continue reading How to Master Interstate Driving