Category: Driving Safety

“Speeding, red-light running, and cutting other drivers off can kill you, your passengers, and others sharing the road,” said Jake Nelson, AAA’s director of traffic safety advocacy. “Driving aggressively isn’t worth the risk. When you get behind the wheel, be patient, be kind, and obey traffic laws so everyone gets home safely.”

Data gathered by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety confirms the perception that men tend to speed, tailgate, merge dangerously, and make rude gestures or honk at other drivers more than women. The survey finds that women also admit to some dangerous driving habits, such as running red lights. Overall, younger male and female drivers tend to be more aggressive than older drivers. With everyday stress already compounded by the pandemic and now the holiday season, which can elevate tensions on the road, AAA urges motorists to keep their cool and avoid dangerous driving habits.

Aggressive Driving Behaviors among Male and Female U.S. [...]

In conjunction with Consumer Reports, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) developed a list of 7 safest cars for first time drivers that are recommended for teen drivers to drive and operate today.

Source: 7 of the best vehicles for teen drivers

Being a parent of a teenage first time driver can be a scary time as they take the next step towards their freedom. If the has come to get your son or daughter to drive a car, then you have to seriously ponder about the safety features built into each car. Here is a list of the seven most popular cars for first time drivers.

7 of the Safest Cars for First Time Drivers

1. Subaru Legacy

Topping the list of midsize vehicles for teen drivers is the Subaru Legacy. This vehicle is one of the few that comes standard with all-wheel drive, which may help teens maintain control regardless of [...]

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Back to school safe driving practices should be taken quite seriously. Let’s be safe this fall and remember, our kids always come first. It’s that time of year again, summer vacation is over and schools are open. With that in mind the Garden City Police Department has put together a four-part series of articles to address Back to School Safety Issues. Part One will address “Safe Driving Practices,” Part Two “School Bus Safety,” Part Three “Pedestrian and Bicyclist Safety” and Part Four “Stranger Danger.” When schools are opening in the morning and closing in the afternoon, the areas around schools are very busy and crowded. Parents and other adults can do much to improve traffic safety around our schools by driving cautiously, teaching their children safe practices and limiting vehicle trips. In some cases, parents and other adults may be the cause of safety concerns. Drivers should obey all traffic laws and apply the following [...]

 

“Throw it in your console, set it down on the seat or something like that, very simple,” he said. “But when you hang stuff from the mirrors, it may look like it’s just a few inches away from your face but really it blocks as you look further off in the distance, it really blocks your view.”

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — (From KRCG-TV) Hanging a mask on your car’s rearview mirror may seem like a convenient idea, but it actually poses a safety risk.

AAA and the Missouri State Highway Patrol are asking drivers to think twice about hanging anything from mirrors and say it could create some dangerous situations.

According to AAA, obstructing your field of vision, even partially, can cause you to miss things on the road like signs, pedestrians or other vehicles.

In Missouri, if a driver is involved in a crash due to impaired visibility, they could be cited.

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As you age, it is important for senior drivers to know and understand how to adjust for slower reflexes, weaker vision and other changes. 

Driving is a skill that can and should be continually improved. AAA’s Roadwise Driver™ is a course that can be taken online or in a classroom to help senior drivers keep driving knowledge fresh and get the most out of your vehicle, while reducing risk to you, your passengers and others on the road. The course covers topics like:

• Extending Your Safe Driving Career
• Distractions, Drowsiness, Aggressive Driving & Road Rage
• Managing Visibility, Time & Space
• Alcohol & Medications
• Comfort & Safety Tips

  Although SeniorDriving.AAA.com contains many driving tips, taking a comprehensive driving improvement course will ensure that you have the most up-to-date driving techniques and understand the latest vehicle technologies.

  As you age, it is important for senior drivers to know and understand how to adjust for slower reflexes, [...]