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 […]
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Nov
Nov
According to the Distracted Drivers Task Force 2008 Report, “NHTSA estimates that 10% of all Illinois drivers are utilizing their cell phones at any given moment while operating their motor vehicle.” And most recently the State of Illinois has imposed additional penalties for Illinoisans who decide to text and drive. House Bill 4846 took effect […]
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Oct
Oct
Does your teen driver know the most recent data involving fatal crashes? Parent involvement is a key factor in improving teen driver safety. Parents are the unofficial “driving coaches” who help their teens learn to drive and lead the licensing process. Ensure your teenagers understand the responsibility that comes along with earning an Illinois driver’s […]
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Oct
Oct
2019 Instagram Contest with Daily Prizes [Download full media alert here] Top Driver is excited to celebrate National Teen Driver Safety Week on October 20th through October 26th. National Teen Driver Safety Week is dedicated to raising awareness and seeking solutions to prevent teen injuries and deaths on the road. Top Driver students are invited […]
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Sep
Sep
For better or worse, driving a car is a hypnotic activity for many people. We’ve become so used to commanding our fast, two-ton, metal vehicles every day on the way to and from work, errands, etc. that we often forget just how dangerous it can be. But nothing snaps you back into cold, hard reality […]
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Sep
Sep
If you spend a considerable amount of time in the car, flat tires are about as guaranteed as having to pay taxes. Damaged tires are much more common in areas with heavy construction and during periods of warmer weather. It’s important to know what to do and make sure you’re prepared before this inevitable and […]
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Jul
Jul
A sudden car breakdown is one of the biggest inconveniences you can have on a day-to-day basis. They always seem to happen at the worst possible moments: birthdays, weddings, vacations, etc. But when you think about it, at least one of the many moving parts in a vehicle are bound to malfunction eventually; it’s not […]
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Jun
Jun
7 Facts About Texting and Driving You Need to Know You’ve probably seen it all-too-frequently, even in your own neighborhood: you stop at a light or pass someone on the highway and catch a glimpse of the driver next to you who is…staring down at their phone. It’s never a good look. People wrongly think […]
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May
May
It’s that time of year again. School is coming to a close, mother nature has cranked up the heat and many families are busy planning a roadtrip. But not so fast! Before you put the pedal to the metal and map out your long journey to Disney, there are a few tips and tricks every […]
