Windshield Wipers: What You Need to Know

Published on 2nd May, 2013 at 21:41:55

When you get behind the wheel of a car, what is the most important thing? Of course, the car needs to start, but after that, you need to be able to see out of your windshield. You wouldn’t drive with … Continue reading →

Will Using Google Glass While Driving Be the Next Big Traffic Violation?

Published on 16th Apr, 2014 at 22:21:49

    We are all aware texting and driving is a bad thing. It distracts drivers, causes accidents and is overall terrible for the safety of drivers. The creation of the smartphone might be even worse for safety than your … Continue reading →

What’s it take?

Published on 4th Aug, 2010 at 23:12:59

We often get the question, what’s the process for taking either a defensive driving or traffic school course for ticket dismissal and or point reduction.   Really, the process is quite simple.   You must have permission from the court, more specifically … Continue reading →

What You Can Do as a Driver and Pedestrian to Improve Pedestrian Safety

Published on 16th Apr, 2013 at 22:01:40

Walking is a great way to get from one place to another. You can burn some calories, enjoy the fresh air, and even save some money on gas. However, the safety of pedestrians is a serious concern. According to the FiA … Continue reading →

What To Do If Your Steering Fails

Published on 23rd Mar, 2011 at 18:23:22

While total steering failure is very rare, it can still happen. Recently, a friend recounted to me what is perhaps the most dramatic steering failure story I’ve ever heard. Visiting South Africa during the World Cup, she took one of … Continue reading →

What To Do If Your Car Catches Fire

Published on 18th Dec, 2010 at 01:43:31

Although not the most common driving emergency, fire is certainly one of the scariest and potentially one of the most dangerous. In 2004, the American Automobile Association reported 266,000 car fires, which resulted in 520 deaths. It’s interesting to note … Continue reading →

What To Do If You Are Trapped In A Blizzard

Published on 9th Feb, 2011 at 22:01:46

Record snowfalls have been wreaking havoc across the country this winter, and it looks there’s still lots more to come. As mounting snow banks turn city sidewalks into tunnels, it’s a good time to review some tips for dealing with … Continue reading →

What Are Your Options After Receiving A Traffic Ticket?

Published on 22nd Apr, 2014 at 23:37:39

    You are cruising along singing to your favorite tunes and all of a sudden you see flashing lights in your rearview mirror. Cursing silently, you start to pull over hoping that possibly the officer is headed across town, … Continue reading →

Road Sign Basics

Published on 25th Jan, 2011 at 19:20:24

Road signs are there for your safety and protection—listen to what they have to tell you! Road signs are designed to be self-explanatory and easy to follow; however, they can sometimes be confusing.  Of course, road signs don’t work if … Continue reading →

Understanding Your Transmission, Part 2: Automatic Transmissions

Published on 6th Oct, 2010 at 01:25:50

If you haven’t read my entry on manual transmissions, you may want to give that a brief glance, as it provides some useful background information on the basic ideas behind an automotive transmission. Some of these basic principles are shared … Continue reading →