Category Archives: Top Driver Blog

Top Driver Blog

Plummeting Gas Prices

Posted on by Paul Zalatoris

Gas Prices Drop Recently plummeting gas prices have become the trend, which is counter to normal price trends for this time of year. Last month’s November 1st marked the first day in 1409 consecutive days that that the national average was below $3.00 according to a the Times.  December 1st the national average was $2.77 […]

Continue reading →
Top Driver Blog

Thanksgiving Driving Tips

Posted on by Paul Zalatoris

Happy Thanksgiving From Top Driver We’d like to wish everyone a happy and safe Thanksgiving this Thursday. Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday that encourages families and friends to come together to enjoy one another’s company. For many it’s one of the few times a year they get to see their family, so it’s a very […]

Continue reading →
Top Driver Blog

Tire Care & Maintenance

Posted on by Paul Zalatoris

Sometimes it’s pretty clear that you need new tires, such as when you experience a flat, but how do you tell before it reaches that potentially unsafe juncture? This past year the importance of tire care and maintenance jumped to the headlines after the California Highway Patrol finished their investigation in the accident that killed […]

Continue reading →
Top Driver Blog

Driving During the Winter

Posted on by Paul Zalatoris

For both new and experienced drivers driving during the winter brings about many challenges. A little preparation for your car during the winter will go a long way, but altering your driving habits will help to keep you safe while driving during the winter. Tips for Driving During the Winter Don’t Use Your Cruise Control […]

Continue reading →
Top Driver Blog

Driving Along Lake Shore Drive

Posted on by Paul Zalatoris

Lake Shore Drive Flooded Last Friday commuters on Lake Shore Drive were met with a surprise when portions of the drive were covered in water. Motorists were urged to take alternate routes and to drive carefully. High winds and waves as high as twenty-three feet were the cause of the flooding.  The worst hit area […]

Continue reading →
Top Driver Blog

Visibility and Winter Driving

Posted on by Paul Zalatoris

We discussed the importance of clearing all the snow and ice off your car last week, but to reiterate be sure to clear off the following areas: Windshield – Clear the entire windshield, not just the area directly in front of you. Back window – Without a unobstructed back window you will have to rely […]

Continue reading →
Top Driver Blog

Winter Driving Tips

Posted on by Paul Zalatoris

The last blog post went through the steps needed to winterize your car to be prepared for winter driving. Once winter comes are some additional steps drivers need to take before hitting the road each day to keep safe, so be sure to follow these easy winter driving tips: If you’re lucky and can turn on […]

Continue reading →
Top Driver Blog

Winterize Your Car

Posted on by Paul Zalatoris

Winter is just around the corner and both new and experienced drivers will benefit from taking steps to winterize their cars.  The best time to winterize your car is before the first frost, but oftentimes drivers wait until after the first major snowfall, which oftentimes is too late.  At Top Driver driving school we encourage […]

Continue reading →
car crash teen
10
Oct
Top Driver Blog

Recent AAA Study

Posted on by Paul Zalatoris
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”2726″ border_color=”grey” img_link_target=”_self” img_size=”full”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]As state and federal funding for drivers education courses decreases more and more novice drivers are opting to skip driving school, but a recent study published by AAA shows that teenage drivers who miss out on drivers education are more likely to get into traffic accidents or receive traffic […]
Continue reading →
Top Driver Blog

Illinois Cell Phone Laws

Posted on by Paul Zalatoris

*Update on Aug. 7, 2019* Hand-held devices are banned while driving in the state of Illinois, which means no talking, texting, emailing, or adjusting your GPS while driving. Yes, even touching your GPS while driving is considered a violation. You can use a phone if you are using a speakerphone or headset in most circumstances […]

Continue reading →
Questions? Call Now