Attention Business Owners

Published on 1st Mar, 2011 at 20:43:00

Your most important assets are your people!  Train them properly, keep them safe! The cost of traffic-related crashes to employers is an estimated $55 billion each year in direct costs, lost time and workers’ compensation. Employer health care (medical) spending … Continue reading →

An Aggressive Driver or a Passive Driver?

Published on 28th Feb, 2011 at 14:55:43

All of us have different driving styles and behaviors; some of us drive in an aggressive and almost bullying manner while others drive in a very passive manner. Although some will claim that being a passive driver and going at … Continue reading →

Check Your Windows

Published on 28th Feb, 2011 at 14:03:21

This morning, I experienced a scary driving situation. I left home and made it through a few busy streets and then onto the freeway. Entering the freeway, I noticed a dangerous driving situation that I had put myself in. I was … Continue reading →

Hydroplaning Becomes a Concern in the Spring

Published on 26th Feb, 2011 at 18:06:00

The winter of 2010/2011 was a challenging one to say the very least. Blizzards, freezing temperatures, and other nasty weather conditions have left bitter memories for many, but now that this year’s winter is winding to a close, people should … Continue reading →

Because I was 20…

Published on 25th Feb, 2011 at 18:44:45

Did you happen to hear about the young man who was celebrating leaving his teen years behind by “driving wildly and crashing in downtown Houston”?  Mature driving was definitely not on his happy birthday to do list. An HPD officer … Continue reading →

Don’t Ignore Your Check Engine Light!

Published on 25th Feb, 2011 at 18:05:00

Unless you drive a car from the 30s or 40s, you’ve probably had a warning light come on at some point or another; whether it’s your brake light, airbag light, tire pressure light, or some other light, it should be … Continue reading →

HOW TO KEEP YOUR ENGINE FROM OVERHEATING

Published on 24th Feb, 2011 at 20:16:16

A young driver, let’s call her Laura, is driving to a neighboring state to visit a friend. It’s a hot summer day, and she has her air-conditioning on. Halfway to her destination, she stops at a drive-through for a coffee. … Continue reading →

What Can a Defensive Driving Course Do For You?

Published on 24th Feb, 2011 at 14:50:39

Love it or hate it, driving is something which is a necessity these days, and no matter where you live or commute, the rules of safe driving remain the same. However, for those looking to improve their driving knowledge and … Continue reading →

How much does your car weigh?

Published on 23rd Feb, 2011 at 22:50:25

We often don’t think about it, the actual weight of our vehicle.   You will never carry it, so it is not like a skateboard, when you can say two pounds.   You will never really push and/or carry it like a bike, … Continue reading →

Keep Points off Your Driver Record

Published on 23rd Feb, 2011 at 13:39:41

Many Texans do not know that Texas has a point system under the Driver Responsibility Program. As a matter of fact, there are billions of dollars outstanding in penalties associated with the Driver Responsibility program in Texas. So, how does this … Continue reading →