Teen Drivers and the Dangers of Summer Freedom
Teen drivers hit the road as soon as school lets out for the summer. They’ve been stuck in classrooms the entire school year and now they’re tasting freedom. We get it—we were all teenagers once upon a time—but as parents, we are naturally concerned for our teenage drivers’ safety. And with good reason. According to […]
What Driver’s Ed Doesn’t Teach You
Driver’s Ed can only teach you so much. It takes actual driving experience to learn the rest. That means learning how to drive the hard way. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Novice drivers can skip this (scary and downright dangerous) stage and learn from the experience of other, more seasoned drivers. An […]
Most Dangerous Day of the Week to Drive
There are several factors that contribute to determining the most dangerous day of the week to drive. It is important to note that this can vary based on location and other factors. However, some common trends the following days tend to have higher accident rates: Friday: Many people are eager to start their weekend and […]
Staying Awake, Staying Awake: How to Stay Awake While Driving
Staying awake when night driving can be a nightmare, if you’ll excuse the pun. It’s late, and the whooshing sounds of the other cars on the road are like a kind of white noise that threatens to lull you to sleep. Should you pull over and nap, or drink some coffee and soldier on? Whatever […]
The Overly Cautious Driver
The overly cautious driver threatens lives in a way no cautious driver ever does. Cautious driving saves lives while the driving habits of the overly cautious driver can be deadly. Their driving is hesitant; they are afraid to merge. They inch their way in and out of easily-navigated parking spaces and always drive too slowly. […]
How to Deal with Potholes
Every driver needs to know how to deal with potholes, because they are literally everywhere. You never know when you’re going to encounter one, and hitting a pothole can damage your car. In fact, potholes are a common road hazard. Avoiding potholes is your best bet, but if you can’t, it’s good to at least […]