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Posted on January 11

Everything You Need to Know About REAL ID in Illinois

In May 2023, when you go to renew your driver’s license at your local Secretary of State, there’s a good chance you’ll be asked if you’d like to register a REAL ID. Here we go over what that means, and whether or not you need the REAL ID. What is a REAL ID? The Real… Continue reading Everything You Need to Know About REAL ID in Illinois

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Requirements for the Illinois Written Driving Exam

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Posted on December 11

Requirements For the Written Illinois Driving Exam

Before you prove your skills on the road when getting your driver’s license, you need to take the written portion of the Illinois Driving Exam — 35 questions that will test the knowledge you’ve obtained from driver education courses. The questions range from identifying road signs and basic rules of the road to understanding your… Continue reading Requirements For the Written Illinois Driving Exam

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Posted on October 27

Causes of Road Rage and How to Handle It

We’ve all felt frustration while driving at some point or another. Perhaps someone cuts you off, runs a stop sign next to you, merges improperly, etc. But the line between irritation and road rage is whether or not retaliatory action is taken — something that endangers the lives of everyone around. Here we’ll discuss the… Continue reading Causes of Road Rage and How to Handle It

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Posted on August 27

4 Signs the Car Next to You Has a Distracted Driver

How many times have you been driving next to a car only to look over and see them staring down into their lap? Unfortunately, it’s quite common and exceedingly dangerous. The National Safety Council estimates that around 1.6 million crashes per year can be attributed to cell phone use while driving. While this statistic may… Continue reading 4 Signs the Car Next to You Has a Distracted Driver

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what must you do to legally own a vehicle in illinois

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Posted on June 10

What Must You Do to Legally Own and Operate a Vehicle in Illinois?

Not every teen is gifted a car for their 16th birthday. If you’re looking to purchase your first gently used vehicle, there are a number of hoops you must jump through before you can lawfully own and operate a vehicle in Illinois. But before we get to that, you’ll first need to obtain your Illinois… Continue reading What Must You Do to Legally Own and Operate a Vehicle in Illinois?

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Teen Driving Statistics

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Posted on January 28

Teen Distracted Driving Statistics

For young drivers, distracted driving can be fatal. Knowing and understanding teen distracted driving statistics could be the motivation your teen needs to stay focused when behind the wheel. From taking your eyes off the road to for just a few seconds to adjust a seat or entering a new destination into a phone, it… Continue reading Teen Distracted Driving Statistics

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