Archive for July 2020
Is speeding a form of aggressive driving?
Look, we all do it. Even if you are the best driver, some times your leadfoot can get the better of you. But, can your speeding be considered a form of aggressive driving? Some say yes. “In 2018, 9,148 people died in speeding-related crashes (25% of all fatalities).” According to the Governors Highway Safety Association.…
Read MoreVehicle Theft Prevention
July is vehicle theft prevention month. You may think car theft doesn’t occur very often. However, “Over 770,000 drivers fall victim to vehicle theft each year. In fact, a vehicle is stolen about every 41 seconds in America” (NHTSA). And around 40% of those vehicles are ever recovered. Car theft prevention steps Driver error accounts…
Read MoreRoad Trip Tips during a COVID-19 Summer
According to the Star Tribune, “In a survey of 1,000 Americans, more than half said they planned to visit family or friends in the U.S. this summer — and 73% of them will do so by car, according to a study by tourism research firm Longwoods International. Likewise, GasBuddy found that one-third of Americans plan…
Read MoreNew Laws to Increasing Distracted Driving Penalties
As announced earlier this week, new laws are in place as of Wednesday, July 1st increasing the penalties on using cellphones while driving. According to USA Today, “Idaho, Indiana and South Dakota will join 22 other states that already require phones be in hands-free mode.” The Idaho State Police will issue warnings until Dec. 31. Citations…
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