Category: Driving Tips

flood car
01
Mar
2024
Posted in Driving Tips

Flood Car Horror: How to Respond

Flood car challenges and what to do about it. Talk about a wake-up call: You are breezing through what looks like a shallow puddle when, surprise, it is more like a mini lake. And just like that, your engine is…

night driving
05
Feb
2024
Posted in Driving Tips

How to Drive Safely at Night

Driving at night introduces a different set of challenges compared to daytime driving. Visibility is reduced, the risk of encountering impaired drivers increases, and fatigue becomes a more significant factor. However, with the right precautions and driving practices, you can…

winter road trip travelers
01
Jan
2024
Posted in Driving Tips

Your Winter Road Trip Guide

Winter road trips offer a unique and enchanting experience, far removed from the common summer getaway. The crisp air, serene snow-covered landscapes, and the quiet beauty of winter can make for an unforgettable journey. However, these trips require meticulous planning…

bridge traffic
22
Dec
2023
Posted in Driving Tips

Christmas Catastrophe: Disaster Averted

Following my Thanksgiving post, I received a request to share a Christmas adventure story. However, my husband Will and I traditionally don’t travel during the holidays. We prefer to celebrate Christmas at home, where family members join us to spend…

22
Nov
2023
Posted in Driving Tips Special

Mastering the Art of Safe Backing: Essential Tips for Drivers

Safe backing is the art of reversing in style. Accidents that occur while backing up are largely due to driver error. Think about it: limited visibility from rear windows, especially around elongated truck beds or bulky equipment, makes it challenging…

deer sign
25
Oct
2023
Posted in Driving Tips Special

Avoiding Deer Strikes: Essential Tips for Drivers

As the festive season approaches and daylight dwindles, drivers have more than just holiday traffic to be mindful of: the heightened likelihood of deer strikes. With fall in full swing and winter on its heels, deer become more active, driven…

School Bus
18
Sep
2023
Posted in Driving Tips

Guide to School Bus Safety

School buses are synonymous with the education journey, ferrying millions of children daily. They stand as some of the safest vehicles on the roads, accounting for less than 1-percent of traffic fatalities involving children. Yet, the risks elevate not during…

autumn leaves
11
Sep
2023
Posted in Driving Tips

Guide to Fall Driving Safety

Ah, fall! The air turns crisp, the leaves change colors, and everything feels just a little cozier, especially following the summer’s relentless heat. But while the season brings with it a lot of beauty, it also presents unique challenges for…

road rage
23
Aug
2023
Posted in Driving Tips

How to Combat Road Rage

Road rage transforms calm drivers into aggressive adversaries, turning highways into battlegrounds and commutes into high-stress encounters. This sudden, uncontrollable anger isn’t just a fleeting inconvenience—it can cause accidents, injuries, and even fatalities. Addressing the causes and consequences of road…

brain lightbulb
31
Jul
2023
Posted in Driving Tips

Smart Ways to Conserve Fuel

With fuel prices remaining persistently high, it’s increasingly important for drivers to find ways to save on fuel. Not everyone can switch to an efficient vehicle, but there are practical steps to enhance the efficiency of our existing cars and…

wet road
30
Jun
2023
Posted in Driving Tips

The Science Behind Hydroplaning (And How to Stop It)

The intoxicating rush of accelerating wheels coupled with the soothing rhythm of falling rain might blind us to the hidden threat on the horizon: hydroplaning. This often underestimated danger can transform a commonplace journey into a hair-raising event in a…

04
Apr
2022
Posted in Driving Tips

Changes to Your Driving Habits That’ll Keep You Safer on the Road

Just one mistake behind the wheel or a moment of distraction can prove disastrous. Sadly, more than 3 million Americans are injured in car accidents annually with another 42,000 killed according to the federal government. Avoiding becoming a grisly statistic…

14
Jan
2022
Posted in Driving Tips

Most U.S. Drivers Park Incorrectly

You may pride yourself on your driving skills, but the truth is you may not be following every rule or best practice correctly. In particular, when it comes to parking, backing into a parking space is the best practice recommended…

nine
17
Dec
2021
Posted in Driving Tips

9 Ways to Get You and Your Car Ready for Winter

Winter’s worst may pack a mean wallop, therefore it is important to ensure your car is ready for what comes your way. Ideally, you’ll have your maintenance tasks handled before the big chill settles in. But if you don’t, it…

15
Nov
2017
Posted in Driving Tips

It’s Never Too Late to Learn: The Advantages of Learning to Drive in Later Life

Most people start thinking about learning to drive as they come toward the end of their teens. They long for the freedom taking to the road will bring and can’t wait to get out there. But, it doesn’t always work…

23
Sep
2016
Posted in Driving Tips

Are You a Smooth Driver? Here’s How to Become One

Smooth driving is good for your car, and it’s also good for you and your passengers. If you want to become a smoother driver, here’s what you’ll need to do. Prepare Your Vehicle The truth is, not all vehicles are…