This post was originally published on www.statefarm.com Safety recalls happen fairly regularly, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In fact, auto manufacturers recalled a record number of cars in recent years. Despite the total number of automotive recalls dropping in 2018 to 30.7 million, they still exceed the total number of new […]
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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 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
This post was originally published on www.statefarm.com In 2020, American drivers, on average, spent 26 extra hours in their car due to traffic congestion. That’s a drop from 2019, but it’s still the equivalent of over a day. Help keep the roads safe with these driving tips for traffic jams: Make smart driving decisions in
This post was originally published on www.statefarm.com During the hot summer months, it is important to remember to make sure vehicles are properly maintained and equipped with roadside emergency supplies to help keep families safe. Before logging all those miles: Beat the heat Inspect the radiator, pressure cap, belts, and hoses to make sure they
This post was originally published on www.statefarm.com Steps to stay alert while driving Drowsy driving can impair reflexes and lead to disaster causing more than 100,000 crashes each year. Try these tips to stay alert. The struggle to stay awake while driving may be more common than you realize: 37 percent of people have admitted
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This post was originally published on www.statefarm.com Winter brings a number of driving hazards, but one tends to rear its ugly head after the snow is melted and signs of spring return — the dreaded pothole. A close encounter with a crater can lead to wrecked tires, wheels and suspension components. What causes potholes? Potholes,
This post was originally published on www.statefarm.com Advice for teens on dealing with an auto accident A driver’s first accident can be traumatic and if the driver is a teen it can be stressful for the parents as well. Knowledge of the dos and don’ts of accidents can help ease that stress and mitigate the
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