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If you’ve ever had your car battery die on you, you know the feeling. You feel that brief moment of panic when you turn the key in the ignition and nothing happens; then and there you know you have some work to do. Previously, we’ve covered what you should always keep in your car in […]

While driver education instills universal principles, new drivers can have vastly different learning experiences from one another because driving environments vary drastically throughout the US. City or country roads, lenient or stringent insurance and safety laws, hilly or flat terrain — all of these variables play a big part in shaping how effectively a new […]

One significant part of growing up in the US is getting your driver’s license — it’s almost a rite of passage. But operating a vehicle must be taken seriously. In fact, traffic crashes are still the leading cause of death of young adults. With the right education, hours of practical, behind-the-wheel training, and teen driver […]

All drivers should be aware of the natural laws of physics that affect any moving or stationary object.  While the rules of the road are of utmost importance to know and obey, understanding the natural laws of driving will help you be able to anticipate how your vehicle handles and reacts in various situations and […]

In May 2023, when you go to renew your driver’s license at your local Secretary of State, there’s a good chance you’ll be asked if you’d like to register a REAL ID. Here we go over what that means, and whether or not you need the REAL ID. What is a REAL ID? The Real […]

We’ve all felt frustration while driving at some point or another. Perhaps someone cuts you off, runs a stop sign next to you, merges improperly, etc. But the line between irritation and road rage is whether or not retaliatory action is taken — something that endangers the lives of everyone around. Here we’ll discuss the […]

You’re driving along the highway peacefully when suddenly you see a car in front of you swerve, lose control, and smash into the roadside barrier. Broken glass litters the road as you pass by the vehicle. Do you stop or keep going? Do you call for help? Witnessing a traffic crash can make your head […]

How many times have you been driving next to a car only to look over and see them staring down into their lap? Unfortunately, it’s quite common and exceedingly dangerous. The National Safety Council estimates that around 1.6 million crashes per year can be attributed to cell phone use while driving. While this statistic may […]