This post was originally published on www.progressive.com While other weather patterns like rain and snow come immediately to mind as driving challenges, driving in fog is one of the riskiest and most difficult challenges drivers face. According to The Weather Channel, fog occurs mainly in the early morning and in cool, wet weather, and it […]
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Modern roundabouts have been popular in Europe for decades. However, they’ve become more popular in America since the 1990s and have taken some time to catch on. If you’re unfamiliar with how to drive in a roundabout, learning about what they are, why municipalities use roundabouts, and the
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Driving is more challenging and more dangerous in the rain. According to the Federal Highway Administration, 75% of weather-related crashes occur on wet pavement. The North Carolina Institute for Climate Studies also noted that fatal car crashes increase by 34% when it’s raining. Motorcycle riders are already much
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Proper vehicle ownership means more than just the right car insurance policy. We provide vehicle recall notices and crash test videos, plus we offer vehicle ownership tips to protect your investment from theft and harsh weather. Vehicle ownership information and vehicle resources include: Vehicle recall search See if recalls
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 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.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 If floodwaters partially or fully submerge your car, it can mean extensive damage and costly repairs. Here’s what to do after the waters recede. Vehicle flood damage checklist Survey potential damage. Note the depth of the floodwaters in relation to your car. Avoid starting a flooded car —
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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