7 Ways You Can Get Started With Defensive Driving When Snowbirds Come To Town
As the Baby Boomer generation begins to retire, many elderly people continue to hit the road to visit with friends, family, and loved ones. Of course, this is especially true for snowbirds returning to warmer climates during the colder seasons. There has been an increase in the older driving population as modern health care extends…
Defensive driving is a method of driving used to prevent accidents by proactively anticipating potential threats. Avoiding accidents is always better than reacting to them, so we recommend that all drivers learn and practice defensive driving. It can save your life! After all, having the best anti-lock brakes and the most sophisticated air bags is…
Avoid Driving Drunk This New Years, Programs In FL And Alternatives
Drunk driving is a major problem in the United States, and New Year’s Eve is an especially dangerous night of the year for this destructive behavior. Taking steps to ensure your safety is important when you’re planning your evening, so let’s get into some statistics and resources you can use to stay safe this holiday…
Halloween is a time for tricks, treats, and costumes, but it’s also a day where kids are running wild on sugar and excitement in the streets. Practicing a few safety measures can keep your Halloween safe and sane! Employ a few of our top tips for keeping your kids safe on the spookiest and sweetest…
Have you ever been driving on a wet road when suddenly you feel your brakes lock up and your car start to skid? This is hydroplaning, and it’s is an all too common experience for drivers. Hydroplaning happens when a car’s tires skid across water, dramatically reducing the car’s traction and steerability. Hydroplaning happens when…
Summer is a magical time to be outside. The weather is nice, the sky is blue, and you can soak up the sun’s rays on a beautiful walk. But the rise of distracted driving continues to threaten pedestrians on America’s streets and sidewalks, so it’s important to be aware of some critical pedestrian safety tips,…
April showers may bring May flowers, but they don’t create good conditions for driving. Poor visibility, hydroplaning, and delayed reaction times are just some of the hazards that come along with spring weather, so drivers need to be prepared to face adverse conditions when it’s pouring outside. Hydroplaning is the most dangerous threat you’ll face…
How To Be A Better Defensive Driver During I-95 Construction
Construction in the summer is almost as inevitable as the arrival of the season itself, and it can be really frustrating to experience increased traffic and delays on your route. Despite the benefits that roadwork gives us, we understand that conditions in the meantime are necessarily slower and more dangerous. Plus, there’s the potential to…
What To Do If You Are A Pedestrian Hurt By A Car In An Accident
The idea of being hit by a car while you’re walking might not seem very likely, but being struck by two tons of moving steel is an unfortunate possibility for anyone walking near a roadway. But if you are ever struck, there are some very specific steps you need to take to keep yourself safe…
I-95 is an amazing highway that connects almost the entire East Coast, and it is essential for the efficiency and traffic flow we enjoy in America. However, it’s also a dangerous and busy highway in Florida, and one of the most dangerous in the whole country. In 2010, for example, the Florida section of I-95…