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    Your Guide to Driving in a Roundabout

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    Driving at Night: How to Stay Safe

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    Summer Driving Safety Tips [Slideshow]

    New Drivers February 3, 2019

    While we hear plenty about the dangers of winter driving, we often ignore the hazards that come with summertime driving. Statistics show summer is actually a riskier time to be on the road. The Insurance Information Institute shows the highest number of fatal car accidents occur in August. While summer offers some of the year’s...

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    4 Advantages of Taking a Driving Safety Course

    New Drivers March 16, 2017

    Teenagers are often encouraged to take a safe driving course to improve their skills early on, but every driver regardless of age can benefit from a safety course. In 2014, more than 2 million people were injured in motor vehicle accidents, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. While that is a slight decrease...

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    9 Helpful Safety Tips for Driving in a Snowstorm

    Safety December 5, 2019

    The first winter storm of the year brought heavy snow, strong winds and record-low temperatures to much of the country. Icy roads were blamed for several deaths and numerous car accidents. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) estimates 168,300 crashes a year occur on snowy or icy pavement. If you absolutely must drive, follow these tips for driving in the snow.

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    Halloween Driving and Trick-or-Treating Safety Tips

    Safety November 20, 2019

    Children in spooky costumes, bags of good candy corn and scary ghost stories set the scene for an exciting night. With kids four times more likely to be involved in pedestrian-car collisions on Halloween, however, Oct. 31 can be one of the most dangerous nights for driving. Drive safely on Halloween with these tips from the National Safety Council.

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    5 Safety Tips for Driving Near RVs

    Recreational Vehicles July 26, 2013

    As the weather warms, more and more RVs can be seen rolling along the highways. Driving next to such large vehicles can be intimidating, so treat RVs the same as you would a semi-truck (some RVs are nearly as large, and have similar mirror set-ups and handling abilities). When driving near an RV, keep these five tips in mind, and practice the same precautions when you’re on the road with any large vehicle.

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    Your Guide to Driving in a Roundabout

    Safety March 15, 2023

    Driving in a roundabout can be confusing and sometimes dangerous if you aren't aware of the proper protocols. Read our guide.

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  • A dark-haired young man driving a car and looking in the rearview mirror.

    Driving at Night: How to Stay Safe

    Safety March 8, 2023

    Learn how to stay safe while driving at night with these tips.

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    Distracted Driving: Texting and Driving Statistics and Facts

    New Drivers October 18, 2021

    Nearly half a million people are injured in distracted driving-related accidents each year. Learn about how to steer clear of the dangers of distracted driving. What is distracted driving? Distracted driving is a true hazard of the road. It’s the cause of countless accidents and is completely preventable. Activities ranging from eating to texting divert...

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    Why You Should Consider Taking a Boater Safety Course

    Recreational Vehicles September 27, 2021

    No one ever takes their boat out thinking they’ll get into an accident. Even still, there were 4,168 boating accidents recorded in 2019. Alcohol, hazardous water, lack of operator experience, and general inattentiveness were statistically the top four causes; but when you consider that 70 percent of these accidents happened to boaters who had received...

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    Avoid These Bad Driving Habits to Stay Safe on the Road

    Safety August 27, 2021

    When drivers are negligent, they can cause accidents and claim lives. But even everyday habits can have the same effect. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety estimates over 38,680 auto accident deaths occurred in the United States in 2020. Let’s look at some all-too-common habits that can cause auto accidents and tips for avoiding them...

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    Safety Features to Consider When Buying a Car [Infographic]

    Buying / Selling March 9, 2021

    When it’s time to buy a new car, we all have our own ideas about what makes it the right fit. Some of us want more legroom, others want more cargo space. Then there are those who just want a killer sound system and great rims. While many of the features offered by manufacturers may...

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    7 Tips for Driving on the Highway for the First Time

    New Drivers May 4, 2020

    Driving on the highway for the first time can be nerve racking, which is why it’s common for new drivers to only navigate local roads until they gain enough real-world experience to venture onto the interstate. Once a new driver is ready to take on a highway, being fully prepared can help a beginner make...

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    Jet Ski Safety Tips: How to Safely Ride a Jet Ski

    Recreational Vehicles May 4, 2020

    There’s no denying personal watercraft (Jet Skis) are an exhilarating ride and a fun way to spend an afternoon on a local lake or reservoir. Think of it as a snowmobile for the water. With horsepower similar to large outboard boat engines and acceleration equivalent to motorcycles, Jet Skis are much more than mere toys....

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    5 Safe Driving Tips for Spring

    Maintenance March 9, 2020

    Now that you’ve survived driving in the winter, getting around in spring should be a breeze, right? Not exactly. Spring presents its own unique challenges to motorists, experts say. For starters, there can be a “letting your guard down” mentality that sets in as the ice and snow have melted away, and pure giddiness over...

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    7 Safe Driving Tips During Deer Season

    Safety September 18, 2019

    With deer season upon us, your chances of hitting a deer are much higher during the fall and winter months. Stay safe while on the road with these tips from the University of North Carolina Highway Safety Research Center.

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