Road Travel and Safety Tips

The Ultimate Guide to Conestoga Trailers: Benefits & Uses

April 15, 2026 / Written by Anna Coucke / Edited by Michael Purser

From construction materials to machinery, Conestoga trailers help move cargo that needs both open access and weather protection. Learn about the characteristics and benefits of these versatile trailers.

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Understanding Highway Hypnosis: Causes, Dangers and Prevention

April 8, 2026 / Written by Anna Coucke / Edited by Michael Purser

If a long drive has ever felt like a blur, highway hypnosis may be the reason. Learn why this state affects drivers, the warning signs to watch for and how to stay focused on the road.

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Understeer and Oversteer: What Every Driver Should Know

March 3, 2026 / Written by Mary Salatino / Edited by Michael Purser

Understeer and oversteer happen when your car doesn’t turn as intended. This article explains their causes and how understanding them improves driver control and safety.

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What to Do When Your Car Engine Stalls: A Step-by-Step Guide

February 23, 2026 / Written by Mary Salatino / Edited by Michael Purser

A stalled engine might cause a moment of panic. Learn how to recognize a stall, attempt a safe restart and call for help if needed.

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The Role of Hazard Lights in Ensuring Vehicle Safety

February 12, 2026 / Written by Mary Salatino

Vehicle hazard lights have many functions. Learn how they're used in emergencies, bad weather and more.

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Fatigue Laws for Truck Drivers

January 29, 2026 / Written by Mary Salatino / Edited by Michael Purser

Being exhausted behind the wheel is especially dangerous for truck drivers. Learn how to combat fatigue, when to take a break and how to stay safe behind the wheel.

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How to Navigate Lane Positions for Safer Driving

December 22, 2025 / Written by Anna Coucke / Edited by Michael Purser

Lane positioning is a simple skill that reduces risk every time you drive. Learn how to place your vehicle within a lane, when to shift for hazards and how to stay safe on roads with and without markings.

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Blind Areas Explained: How They Impact Truck Safety and Driver Awareness

November 21, 2025 / Written by Mary Salatino

This article explains the large blind areas around trucks, how they limit driver visibility and why understanding these zones is essential for preventing accidents and improving road safety.

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Overview of Roadway Types and Their Functions

May 7, 2025 / Written by Mary Salatino

Want to know the difference between a parkway and a boulevard? This article explores the most common road types, how they function and what drivers should know before getting behind the wheel.

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Driving Tips for Getting Caught in the Rain

May 6, 2025 / Written by Mary Salatino

Driving in the rain is difficult, regardless of experience. Learn how to safely navigate wet roads and avoid accidents

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Take Drivers Education Online in Utah

Looking to earn your Utah driver's license but need a more flexible option? Our online course gives you the freedom to study whenever and meet all state requirements to pass your driving test.

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Complete Florida Basic Driver Improvement Course Online

Enhance your driving skills and stay updated on Florida traffic laws with the 4-hour online Basic Driver Improvement course. Learn about requirements, the benefits, how to enroll and more.

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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!

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Understanding The Science Behind Distracted Driving

Distracted driving is more dangerous than it seems. Whether it's checking your phone or zoning out, distractions pull your focus when you need it most. This article explains why staying focused is key to staying safe.

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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.

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Sun Safety

Whether you're going on a trip or hanging out at home, spring break means spending time in the sun.

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Spring Break Nighttime Safety

Last week we discussed staying safe in the sun, this week we discuss staying safe at night.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Memorial Day Safety

The official unofficial kickoff weekend for "pretty much almost might as well be summer"!

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How To Survive A Flash Flood In Your Car

Flash floods and floods become an all too real possibility during the wet Spring months.

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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.

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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.

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Turn Down That Noise! The History of Car Radios

Driving while listening to the radio is an iconic American pastime.

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Drunk Driving Avoidance Tips For New Years

Because of drunk driving, every half an hour someone dies in a car crash.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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The Deadliest Days on the Road

This article lists the deadliest days, months and hours to be on the roadways.

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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.

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The Safest Cars of 2013

Read about the top picks of 2013 that will keep you and your family the safest.

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5 Essential Road Travel Tips You Don't Already Know

Discover the benefits to safe and smart traveling with these essential road trip tips.

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How to Handle Vehicle Emergencies

Get tips on how to handle some of the most common vehicle emergencies.

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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.

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Distracted Driving

Learn about the consequences of texting and cell phone use while driving.

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