SafeMotorist Articles
Road Travel and Safety Tips
The Safest Cars of 2014
Find out what the safest cars of 2014 are according to the new IIHS standards, including a new type of crash test.
Aggressive Driving and Road Rage
Learn what road rage is, what causes road rage, view road rage statistics, and how to deal with road rage incidents such as aggressive driving and tailgating.
The Deadliest Days on the Road
This article lists the deadliest days, months and hours to be on the roadways.
How to Get the Best Gas Mileage out of Your Car
Find out the most effective ways to save on your fuel spending and increase your gas mileage.
The Safest Cars of 2013
Read about the top picks of 2013 that will keep you and your family the safest.
5 Essential Road Travel Tips You Don't Already Know
Discover the benefits to safe and smart traveling with these essential road trip tips.
How to Handle Vehicle Emergencies
Get tips on how to handle some of the most common vehicle emergencies.
Hydroplaning Basics: Why it Occurs and How You Can Avoid it
Learn the basics of hydroplaning, why it occurs and 10 useful tips to avoid it.
Preparing for Winter Driving — How to Drive in Snow and Ice
Get top advice for driving in ice and snow.
Distracted Driving
Learn about the consequences of texting and cell phone use while driving.
Traffic Laws
New Texas Traffic Laws in Effect
New Traffic laws took effect in Texas on September 1, 2013. Read about the changes to the laws so you can avoid costly traffic tickets.
Who Has the Right of Way?
Learn who has the right of way in common driving situations.
Driving and Cell Phones
Learn the laws about cell phone use while driving.
Do Traffic Ticket Quotas Really Exist?
Read about some local reports that suggest there might be truth to some of the rumors.
Signs, Signals, and Road Markings
Learn common traffic signs and road markings and what they mean.
The Driver's License Point System and How Licenses Get Suspended
Learnhow the driver's license point system works and how licenses get suspended.
Vehicle Maintenance and Safety
New Statistics on Traffic Crashes, Seat Belt Use & More
Highway safety statistics and what they mean for motorists in the US. Arm yourself with knowledge to stay safe on the road.
5 Reasons You Need to Check Your Tire Pressure (That You Don't Already Know)
Learn how your tire pressure can help you prevent accidents and improve your gas mileage.
How to Care for and Use Your Vehicle's Safety Equipment
Learn how your car's safety equipment works and how to maintain it.
The Basics of Vehicle Safety Maintenance
Learn how the basics of vehicle safety maintenance to help you keep your vehicle in sound working order.
Airbag Basics
Learn the basics of how airbags work and what you need to know to remain safe during a crash.
The Effects of Traffic Crashes
Traffic crashes take their toll on society. Learn the statistics behind the effects of vehicle crashes.
Best Driving Practices
How to Get a Car Insurance Discount in New York
Find out how every licensed and insured motorist in the state of New York can get a mandatory 10% car insurance discount online.
What is Defensive Driving
This article gives you all the basics of what defensive driving is, how it works and how defensive driving classes can help you reduce your risk of crashes and decrease the likelihood of getting a traffic ticket.
Defensive Driving Tips for Driving Near School Buses and Emergency Vehicles
Learn the laws and best practices for driving with approaching emergency vehicles and school buses.
Top Techniques You Can Use to Help Avoid a Crash
Learn how to recognize road hazards early and avoid a crash before it's too late.
How to Make Sure Your Car Seat is Keeping Your Child Safe
Learn the basics of child safety seats and the do's and don'ts to help keep your child safe.
The IPDE Method of Driving
Learn the IPDE method of driving to help you Identify hazards, Predict what might happen, Decide what action to take and Execute your decided upon action.
The Rules of Defensive Driving: When Approaching Intersections, Special Lanes and Ramps
Learn defensive driving techniques for intersections, special lanes and ramps.