Category Archives: Defensive Driving Online

Awareness Helps Prevent Distracted Driving

Distracted driving is a hot button issue that has garnered a significant amount attention in recent years, and is currently at the forefront of the news because April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month.  This national campaign has been ushered in … Continue reading →

Audible Vehicle Warning Signs

The sounds that your vehicle makes can act as early indicator that there is a problem with your car, and as a smart driver, it is especially important to take heed of any new sounds or sounds that become louder … Continue reading →

Teen Driving: Homecoming Safety Tips

As school gears back up, student activities are on the rise, and there are increased numbers of teen drivers behind the wheel. According to the National Highway Safety Administration, traffic crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers in … Continue reading →

Changing Leaves, Changing Driving Conditions

We have passed the hot days and crazy road trip traffic of summer and are not quite to the days of snow drift and icy roads in winter, but autumn is also a season that poses dangerous driving conditions that … Continue reading →

How to change a flat tire

A flat tire can happen to any driver anywhere at any time; and while it’s never an ideal situation, preparing yourself with the proper tools and knowledge can help you handle it appropriately. To ensure that you’ll have everything you … Continue reading →

Common Myths and Misconceptions about Tires

Kicking the tires is an action that is synonymous with checking the soundness and quality of tires, but in reality, this does not really tell you much of anything at all. This pretty much sums up most drivers’ knowledge about … Continue reading →

Back to School Driving Safety Tips

As fall is ushered in and school starts to go back into session around the country, drivers should be on the lookout for the return of the big yellow school buses to roadways. According to the National School Transportation Association … Continue reading →

Don’t be a Crash Test Dummy

An unfortunate side effect of the down economy is the influx people running insurance scams in an attempt to make a quick buck. As car insurance scams become increasingly common, it is likely that scam artists will be experienced and … Continue reading →

Pedestrian Etiquette 101

There’s a lot to be said for observing common courtesies every day – especially when it comes to driving. Not only should you be polite to other drivers, but you also should keep pedestrians in mind. Too often we see … Continue reading →

Fresh and Clean: Basic Car Washing Tips

If you find yourself looking for a cool activity to beat the heat (and let’s face it, who isn’t these days) and a great way to save some money on expensive drive through car washes, take to your driveway with … Continue reading →