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 […]
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Jul
Jul
Despite the coronavirus pandemic, the year 2020 is shaping up to be quite surprising, in terms of road safety statistics. A report in May tracked a “very, very disturbing 11% increase” in Illinois car crash fatalities in the first three months of 2020, compared to the first three months of 2019. While Illinois isn’t alone […]
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Jul
Jul
Road trips are becoming the preferred method of transportation as summer is in full-swing and coronavirus (COVID-19) cases are on the uptick in certain states. By now, most Americans are experiencing quarantine fatigue and are adjusting their previous vacation plans in favor of road trips. As more people take their vacation on the road instead […]
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Jun
Jun
Not every teen is gifted a car for their 16th birthday. If you’re looking to purchase your first gently used vehicle, there are a number of hoops you must jump through before you can lawfully own and operate a vehicle in Illinois. But before we get to that, you’ll first need to obtain your Illinois […]
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May
May
Top Driver is going the extra mile to ensure that we are providing a safe learning environment for our students and instructors. In response to the current status of the world and an increased standard of safety, we are employing additional training to our staff and modified disinfection to all of our vehicles and classrooms. […]
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May
May
Obtaining a driver’s license is a right of passage, an important milestone in a teenager’s life. It doesn’t have to be put on hold because of stay-at-home orders due to coronavirus (COVID-19). Although driver’s education courses are typically taken in a classroom, during these restricted times of gathering Top Driver Illinois students may complete classroom […]
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Apr
Apr
The U.S. is now reporting 144, 520 cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) with models projecting upwards of a million cases as this virus spreads. One of the best ways to flatten the curve is to stay at home as much as possible. But staying home 100% of the time isn’t an option for many. Groceries still […]
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Feb
Feb
Top Driver offers flexible, customizable, and convenient adult education driving lessons for individuals 18 and older in Illinois. Our in-vehicle driving lessons offer many benefits for the adult driver. With more than 40 locations across 2 states and home pickup and drop-off available in select areas, Top Driver is committed to quality education that fits […]
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Jan
Jan
For young drivers, distracted driving can be fatal. Knowing and understanding teen distracted driving statistics could be the motivation your teen needs to stay focused when behind the wheel. From taking your eyes off the road to for just a few seconds to adjust a seat or entering a new destination into a phone, it […]
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Dec
Dec
You might be nervous about what’s going to happen when you get pulled over, but remember that officers are too; they never know what to expect. Generally, the more you do to help ensure the officer’s safety the more you ensure your own. What to Do If You Are Pulled Over By Police 1. Look […]
