Right Turn on Red: Top 3 Things You Need to Know
Red lights – we all dread them. Waiting around, especially when you’re in a hurry, is never ideal. But, as you approach a red light to take a right hand turn with no sign stating “No Turn On Red”, you’re lucky enough not to have to participate in the waiting game. Before you make your… Continue reading Right Turn on Red: Top 3 Things You Need to Know
Continue readingDriving with Limited Visibility: What You Can Do to Avoid A Crash
When dealing with limited visibility, the first rule is that you only drive when you must. If you can avoid driving in fog, rain, night-time or other conditions that limit your visibility, you will reduce the risk of becoming involved in a crash. Here’s what you need to know about driving with limited visibility and… Continue reading Driving with Limited Visibility: What You Can Do to Avoid A Crash
Continue reading6 Steps to Parallel Parking
Parallel parking is a skill that requires practice, patience and persistence. At first, it may seem like a daunting task that you’ll never master, but over time you will gain confidence and become more comfortable with parallel parking. Use the following six steps to parallel park the right way. 1.) Find a spot that… Continue reading 6 Steps to Parallel Parking
Continue readingTeen Driver’s Guide to Identifying Road Markings
There’s a lot happening while you’re driving: you’re paying attention to what’s in front of you on the road, there are pedestrians crossing the street, you’re trying to watch your speed, and there are other vehicles driving around you. With all of this activity, it’s easy to miss road markings and properly obey them, especially… Continue reading Teen Driver’s Guide to Identifying Road Markings
Continue readingWhat You Should Know When Sharing the Road with Cyclists
The number of cyclists on our roads, especially in large cities, has increased over the years. When you’re sharing the road with cyclists, it’s important for the safety of everyone to drive with extra caution. Here’s what every driver needs to know when sharing the road with cyclists: Pay attention to the bike lane.… Continue reading What You Should Know When Sharing the Road with Cyclists
Continue readingWhat You Need to Know About Passing a Stopped School Bus in Illinois
There’s a few more months before school gets out for summer, so now is a good time to review some safety protocols when it comes to driving near school zones, specifically passing a stopped school bus in Illinois. Here’s what you need to know to follow the rules, keep the roads safe and avoid… Continue reading What You Need to Know About Passing a Stopped School Bus in Illinois
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