Braking is a technique worth getting right. When properly executed, braking can ensure your safety, your passengers’ safety, and prolong the life of your vehicle. Who doesn’t like being safe and saving money? Learn how to be most efficient when coming to those four-way intersections. Here’s what you need to know to break smoothly and… Continue reading 6 Factors That Contribute to Smooth Braking
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What You Need to Know About Sharing the Road with Emergency Vehicles
At any given moment we may share the road with a wide variety of things; Cars, 18 wheelers, tow trucks, animals, cyclist, emergency vehicles and more. How we drive must change based on this. Adjusting our driving to who we share the road with is just as important as adjusting our driving to adverse weather… Continue reading What You Need to Know About Sharing the Road with Emergency Vehicles
Items You Should ALWAYS Have in Your Car
Before getting on the road, make sure you’re prepared for the worst by having the proper equipment stored in your car. The following list goes over items every driver should have in their vehicle: Tire Changing Supplies The first thing on our list is actually a collection of items – a spare tire, tire… Continue reading Items You Should ALWAYS Have in Your Car
Avoid the Five Most Common Driving Errors
#1: Incorrect Speed To avoid speeding, always know the speed limit, regularly check the speedometer, and allow enough time to reach your destination. Assess the driving conditions and adjust your vehicle speed accordingly. If a vehicle is following closely behind you, slow down to encourage them to pass rather than speeding up. #2: Violating… Continue reading Avoid the Five Most Common Driving Errors
Making the Proper Adjustments Inside the Vehicle
Before you put the car in drive, do you have a list of things you check inside your vehicle to ensure safety? There’s a lot to think about when you get behind the wheel, but here are a few things you should check before you hit the road. Close and lock all doors. Locked… Continue reading Making the Proper Adjustments Inside the Vehicle
Lane Changing – It’s More Than Just Using Your Blinker
Lane changing is an important part of the driving process. Most likely, you will not be staying in one lane the entire time you’re driving to your destination. Knowing the proper way to change lanes can help prevent car collisions. Follow these steps to ensure the lane change process is safe and effective. Scan… Continue reading Lane Changing – It’s More Than Just Using Your Blinker
Vehicle Maintenance Checklist – Know When to do What
For preventative maintenance, make it a habit to periodically inspect your vehicle according to the owner’s manual. It’s important to keep your vehicle running efficiently so that you can avoid any potential safety issues. You can also avoid costly vehicle repair needs if you catch something early rather than let it go unnoticed. View and… Continue reading Vehicle Maintenance Checklist – Know When to do What
Dangers of Speeding: Reconsidering the Need to Speed
Going over the posted speed limit is a leading factor in fatal car crashes. In fact, for every 10 miles per hour over 50 mph, the risk of death in a traffic collision is doubled. This alarming statistic is exactly why drivers need to reassess their situation when considering speeding. Listed below are some common… Continue reading Dangers of Speeding: Reconsidering the Need to Speed
The Dangers of Driving While Sleep Deprived
Do you frequently go on long driving trips? During these drives, be aware of the onset of fatigue, drowsiness, or just plain boredom— here’s how you can identify the warning signs and put some preventative measures in action. Dangers Fatigue lessens your capability to perform tasks, such as driving. This is because senses are… Continue reading The Dangers of Driving While Sleep Deprived
Controlling Emotions Behind the Wheel
Stressful driving situations can cause strong emotions to surface. The problem comes when we let our emotions get the best of us and affect our ability to stay focused while driving. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that one-third of all fatal car crashes could be attributed to road rage. To lower… Continue reading Controlling Emotions Behind the Wheel