Category Archives: Defensive Driving Tips
← Older postsCan I Take Defensive Driving Twice?
In Texas, you can take a defensive driving course as many times as needed. The normal requirements to be eligible for defensive driving are: -Haven’t taken a defensive driving class within the previous 12 months -Do not have a CDL … Continue reading
Posted in Defensive Driving Tips |Does A Certificate of Completion Expire?
A Certificate of Completion is what you receive when you complete your defensive driving course. If you’re taking a defensive driving course to dismiss a moving violation, the court will require a Certificate of Completion as proof you completed … Continue reading
Posted in Defensive Driving Tips |First Speeding Ticket in Texas
Whether you’re a new driver or veteran with thousands of miles behind the wheel, your first speeding ticket doesn’t need to be a big deal. It also doesn’t need to affect your insurance rates, or even be reported to … Continue reading
Posted in Defensive Driving Tips, Everyday Driver, The Speeder In You |Can I Be Arrested For Speeding?
No, you can not be arrested for simply speeding in Texas. It is possible for that speeding ticket to turn into an arrest though if you are unwilling to sign the citation, or if there are other factors at play. … Continue reading
Posted in Defensive Driving Tips |How Common Are Manual Transmissions in 2020?
Stick Shift AKA manual transmissions are becoming a thing of the past. Just 10 years ago nearly 40% of the cars in the United States were offered with a manual transmission option. In 2020 less than 15% of vehicles … Continue reading
Posted in Defensive Driving Tips |Traffic Ticket While Driving for Uber or Lyft
Both Lyft & Uber review your driver record prior to approval for driving for them. Once hired naturally you will spend a lot more time behind the wheel though. With that comes the risk for additional moving violations. It’s … Continue reading
Posted in Defensive Driving Tips |Fight a Traffic Ticket or Defensive Driving Course
Being pulled over is a normal part of driving, and it comes with options about how to handle the citation. When you receive a traffic ticket there’s 4 remedies that most people consider, some much better than others. Fight the … Continue reading
Posted in Defensive Driving Tips |What To Do: Traffic Ticket During Coronavirus
Receiving a speeding ticket is stressful under normal circumstances, but coronavirus has added another layer of complexity. Today we’ll look at what to do if you receive a traffic ticket during Coronavirus. There’s no need to be anxious, most tickets … Continue reading
Posted in Defensive Driving Online, Defensive Driving Tips |Does Defensive Driving Dismiss A Speeding Ticket?
Does a defensive driving course dismiss a speeding ticket? Yes! In fact, taking a defensive driving course is usually the best solution to a speeding ticket if you’re eligible. Upon completion of an approved defensive driving course you will … Continue reading
Posted in Defensive Driving Tips |5 Safe Driving Myths Debunked
The goal of all drivers should be to keep themselves, their passengers, and those around them as safe as possible when they venture out on the roads. Fortunately, reliable sources, such as state issued driver’s manuals and online … Continue reading
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