Driving while using a hand-held phone is very dangerous and distracting. Statistics show that if you are texting while driving, it makes the driver 23x more likely to get into a crash. Also, drivers talking on a cell phone are 4x more likely to have a car accident. No wonder cell phone use while driving […]
Driving in snowy, icy conditions can be stressful and dangerous. This winter, avoid driving when you don’t need to; however, if you have to get somewhere, take the following precautions to keep your vehicle in good shape and ensure you get where you are going safely. If you warm up your car before leaving, don’t […]
What constitutes “distracted driving?” Pretty much any activity that draws the attention of you, the driver, away from the road counts. Regardless of what the distraction is, all put you, your passengers, other drivers, bikers and pedestrians in danger. The following are some of the most common distractions presented while driving: Texting, talking or doing […]
It’s hard to believe with the recent snowfall, but the temperatures in Chicago are going to start warming up in the next couple of weeks – meaning melting snow and April showers. As nice as it will be when spring is sprung, the risk for flooding increases. Flooding is dangerous for everyone, and are hard […]
Do you get frustrated with others on the road? Whether you want to believe it, you may be causing your own road rage. By using safe driving practices, you can keep yourself and others on the road calm, and more importantly, safe. Don’t Get DistractedIt is easy to get distracted while driving, but paying attention […]
The world is very fast-paced, and people are expected to be available 24/7. This means many need to be on their cell phones throughout the day, including in the car. While it is recommended to save the chatter until you are at the office or at home, it is sometimes unavoidable. Remember to NEVER text […]
Did you remember to “fall back” this weekend? As nice as it is to get an extra hour of sleep, daylight savings time also means commuters will spend more time driving in the dark. It may not seem like a big deal, but driving in the dark after a long day at work makes it […]
