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Tire Maintenance – What Drivers Should Know

One of the first things drivers learn about car maintenance is how to change a tire. Millions of drivers do not know how to change their tires and have to rely on tow truck companies and good samaritans. Tires …

Car Safety – Summer to Fall

As we move from September into October, the cooler weather is in front of us and the warmer summer days are behind us. Depending on where you are located, preparing your vehicle for fall/winter weather can mean different things. …

Trucking Industry – Congress Evaluating Hour Rule

The trucking industry has been a source of debate in the past over fatigue issues related to driver’s work hours on a weekly basis. There have been multiple forms of legislation on the issue. In 2003 the “34-hour restart” …

Buying a New Car – Safety Features

Technology is constantly innovating all aspects of our lives, including our transportation. Understanding new safety technology and how it compares to previous options is vital for anyone thinking about getting a new car.
Required Safety Measures
As technology and research have …

Risks of Impaired Truck Drivers and Consequences

Truck Accidents Caused by Truck Drivers
The most prevalent cause of truck accidents each year were reported to be caused because of errors by the truck driver. In many cases, drivers are impaired (by alcohol, fatigue or another substance), which …

Rhode Island – Pedestrian Safety Measures

Pedestrian Accidents
Rhode Island ranks 32nd out of all the states according to the Pedestrian Danger Index, which was gathered Smart Growth America in 2012. The state of Rhode Island is just over 1 million residents, according to the U.S. Census …

The Importance of Understanding Traffic Laws

Understanding Road Laws
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, over five million car accidents happen each year in the United States. A majority of these accidents are caused by a driver or passenger being careless or negligent. Roughly …

Car Safety – Prolonging A Vehicle’s Life

What Makes a Vehicle Reliable?
Cars in the past have lasted ten years plus. Some cars are more reliable because they had similar parts, so it wasn’t as difficult to prolong the life of your vehicle. Over the past 30 …

New School Year – Car Safety

School Safety Precautions
The school year is going to be starting for millions of children all over the United States. Depending on where you live will impact how your commute is affected by the school being in session. Schools all …

The Importance of Seat Belts

Benefits of Seat Belts
A tragic car accident occurred this past Sunday. The car was speeding and ended up rear-ending another vehicle. The driver, unfortunately, wasn’t wearing her seatbelt and was fatally injured due to crash injuries. According to the …

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