SafeMotorist Articles
Road Travel and Safety Tips
Water Safety
Spring Break is in full swing, and now that you know how to travel safely, prevent skin cancer, and protect yourself at night we'll discuss staying safe in the water both in the spring and throughout the year!
The Science Behind Distracted Driving
A recent DMEautomotive poll found that drivers perform all kind of distracting activities, including reading an email or newspaper, flossing or brushing their teeth, changing their clothes, and taking photographs.
The Dangers of Pokémon GO
Pokémon have invaded reality — augmented reality, that is. Thousands of people who have "gotta catch 'em all" have been running into streets, private property, police stations, holes, robbers, and even a dead body since Nintendo released the new app Pokémon GO.
Sun Safety
Whether you're going on a trip or hanging out at home, spring break means spending time in the sun.
Spring Break Nighttime Safety
Last week we discussed staying safe in the sun, this week we discuss staying safe at night.
The Six Most Dangerous Holidays to be on the Road
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it's a perfect time to brush up on the types of dangerous roadway conditions and safety precautions that are especially important around the holidays.
Safety Tips For Sharing The Road: Cyclists And Drivers
Healthy has become trendy and now bicycles are hitting the roads as people make a more economic commute.
Pet Safety Series — Heat & Summer Pet Safety
As the weather warms up across the country, our furry friends spend more time outdoors and can be especially at risk for heat related issues and illnesses.
New Years Eve Safety Tips
New Years Eve is a great chance to celebrate the year gone by and the coming of a new one. However, these celebrations also come with great dangers and responsibilities.
Memorial Day Safety
The official unofficial kickoff weekend for "pretty much almost might as well be summer"!
How To Survive A Flash Flood In Your Car
Flash floods and floods become an all too real possibility during the wet Spring months.
How To Drive In a Thunderstorm and Tornado
The short answer is that you shouldn't, but it's not always possible to avoid it.
Ralph Teetor and the History of Cruise Control
Cruise control is a wonderful invention that helps us avoid speeding tickets and gives our feet a break on long drives.
Turn Down That Noise! The History of Car Radios
Driving while listening to the radio is an iconic American pastime.
Drunk Driving Avoidance Tips For New Years
Because of drunk driving, every half an hour someone dies in a car crash.
How to Stay Safe on a Construction Site: Electrocution Hazards
Following the Fall Hazards Edition and the Struck-By Hazards Edition in our Fatal Four series, this week we will be covering Electrocution Hazards.
6 Apps That Help Prevent Texting While Driving
You keep hearing it, you may even see it, and now almost everyone in American with a smartphone knows that texting while driving is dangerous.
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
The History of Speed Limits in America: A Nation Speeding Up
Whether you appreciate them or hate them, speed limits are an important part of American history.
Disabled Driving: What to Know as a Driver or Family Member
Adults with disabilities are faced with many challenges throughout life, but fortunately, driving doesn't have to be one of them.
Florida Texting and Driving Ban Effective October 2013
A ban on texting and driving in Florida has passed and went into effect on October 1st 2013.
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
5 Reasons You Need to Check Your Tire Pressure (That You Don't Already Know)
Everybody knows that if your tire starts looking flat you need more air or else you might end up changing it for the spare.
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
What First Time Texas Drivers Need To Know
A milestone in any American's life, getting a permit and driver's license is an exciting if daunting endeavor.
Enhanced Driver's Licenses — What They Are and Where to Get Them
Four states are already issuing what is known as Enhanced Driver's Licenses (EDLs).
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.