This post was originally published on www.statefarm.com Driving on rural roads may leave a driver with feeling safe and relaxed but their perceptions may be unfounded. Many factors make country roads risky. One of the big problems? Drivers’ inexperience sharing the road with large farm vehicles. How to safely drive around farm vehicles Drive defensively, […]
This post was originally published on www.statefarm.com Do you clutch the wheel a little tighter as you pass a semi or other large trucks? You’re not alone. Semis and large trucks navigate the roadways differently than other vehicles. Learning what they need — and what you can do — can help you safely share the
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Hurricanes, hail, tornadoes, flooding—these and other extreme weather conditions can threaten your driving safety and damage your car. Learn how to prepare for hazardous weather and help minimize the damage to your vehicle with these tips for driving safely in extreme weather. Weather driving safety tips Driving safety
This post was originally published on www.statefarm.com Nobody wants to get pulled over. Getting pulled over can be stressful and scary for drivers. If new to this situation, consider following these steps when you see flashing lights in your rearview mirror: Slowly pull over. Use your turn signal and proceed to a safe location along
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This post was originally published on www.statefarm.com According to the National Safety Council, night is the most dangerous time to drive. Night driving poses some challenges in visibility and also from blinding headlight glares from oncoming vehicles. Bright light from headlights reduces your visibility and increases the risk of an accident. Tips for headlight glare
This post was originally published on www.statefarm.com Why are communities installing red light cameras? Since law enforcement can’t catch everyone who runs a red light, some communities have mounted cameras on traffic lights. When a vehicle doesn’t stop for a red light, the camera takes a photo or video of the violation, recording the date,
This post was originally published on www.statefarm.com Are the warmer weather and clear roads filling your head with fantasies of revving up your motorcycle? To help make sure you have a smooth and safe ride, check off these motorcycle maintenance tasks from your list before hitting the highway. Do a walk-around You should start by
This post was originally published on www.statefarm.com Assisted-driving features are on the rise: More and more are being introduced to help you drive carefully on the road. But these technologies can’t drive for you — it’s still important to stay cautious behind the wheel. Learn how to keep being a smart driver with this smart
This post was originally published on www.statefarm.com According to a study from the University of Michigan, pregnant women are involved in almost 170,000 car crashes every year. Also, research conducted by the American Journal of Preventive Medicine indicates that car crashes can increase the risk of preterm labor and other dangerous complications. Safety belt tips
This post was originally published on www.statefarm.com Did you know texting is not the only driving distraction? In 2018, 2,841 people were killed in crashes involving a distracted driver, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Texting while driving is one of the most dangerous driver distractions, but it’s not the only one. More
