Insuring teen drivers has changed dramatically with the advance of new technological distractions readily available behind the wheel. An accident prevention course can lay a solid foundation for staying safe driving. It’s not about impinging on the fun and excitement of this rite of passage for your child. It’s about understanding the responsibility of being […]
Defensive driving is all about avoiding unexpected dangers on the road. From bad weather to distracted drivers, there are all sorts of dangers that can lead to a crash. As a defensive driver, you can defend yourself against these threats by being cognizant of the road and knowing how to act quickly to avoid a […]
If you feel like most drivers don’t use their turn signals, know that you aren’t wrong. Online driver safety course statistics show a substantial number of drivers don’t use their turn signals. We’ll explore some statistics behind this phenomenon, and then cover why using turn signals is so important in the first place. Most Drivers […]
Distracted driving isn’t just about missing your turn. It can have serious, sometimes fatal consequences. Anything that takes your attention from the road can put you at risk. It has become a major focus that any traffic school will emphasize in its training. It isn’t limited to just texting. Distracted driving could mean anything from […]
In some states, such as Florida, taking a drug and alcohol course is a requirement for getting your driver’s license. In other states, a similar course is taken by minors that get an alcohol or drug related offense. Other states have a requirement for those charged with DUI or DWI. Today’s roads are full of […]
When we think of points, we typically think of sports. Accumulating more points in basketball, football, or soccer is generally a good thing, but the opposite is true for driving. Not every state uses a point system, but, for those that do, drivers must be careful not to break the rules and accumulate points. States […]
Road rage infects the most unlikely people. Behind the wheel of a four-ton vehicle, the meekest person can become a terror. Maybe they’ve had a bad day. Maybe they were born with a short fuse. Whatever the reason, they lose their senses and become a menace to other drivers. Of course, we’ve all felt […]
We’ve all been there before. We’re driving along, minding our own business, when someone cuts us off. Or runs a stoplight. Or is driving 20 miles under the speed limit. When things like this happen, it’s natural to be annoyed or even angry, but some people go well beyond “angry” in their responses and lash […]
Being the parent of a new driver can be a very trying time. In addition to worrying about the safety risks your child faces while behind the wheel, there are also numerous legal responsibilities and costs involved. However, there are things you can do to make the process less overwhelming for you and your child. […]
Smartphones are so much more than a regular old cell phone. They have become such a staple of everyday life in that they make almost everything more convenient. Now that smartphones are basically mini-computers we carry around with us in our pockets, it’s not hard to find a use for them in almost any situation. […]
