Category: Auto
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To swerve, or not to swerve: That is the question. Before leaping to an answer, consider these statistics. A collision with some form of wildlife occurs, on average, every 39 minutes. 1 out of every 17 car collisions involves wandering wildlife. 89% of all wildlife collisions occur on roads with 2 lanes. 84% of all … Read...
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Safety Tips Summer is drawing to a close and school is starting up again, meaning increased traffic on the roads. With college students packing up their cars to go back to campus, and parents dropping off and picking up kids from school, the increase in traffic congestion and distracted driving can create dangerous road conditions … <a title="ICYMI: 7 Back to School Driving Safety Tips" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/icymi-7-back-school-driving-safety-tips/" aria-label="Read more about...
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If you notice that a police car is following you with the lights flashing, pull over to the side of the road safely and quickly. Wait inside your car for the officer to approach, and be prepared to: Turn on the light Turn on your interior light at night and keep your hands where the … <a title="What to do when pulled over" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/what-to-do-when-pulled-over/" aria-label="Read more about What to...
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The microwave, mini-fridge and “Star Wars” poster may be no-brainers, but there’s one item that should give parents pause as they guide their high school grad out of the nest: the car. Even though your child has probably been driving unsupervised for a year or two already, taking a car to college may not be … <a title="Why College Students Should Leave the Car at Home" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/college-students-leave-car-home/" aria-label="Read more...
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If you’re in an accident, first make sure no one in the car is injured. Next, check on the passengers in the other vehicle, pedestrians and anyone else nearby to make sure they’re OK. Then do these five things: Stay at the scene Leaving can result in legal consequences, like fines or additional violations. Call … <a title="What to do after an accident" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/what-to-do-after-an-accident/" aria-label="Read more about What to...
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Saying the last goodbye in the dorm parking lot, the stark realization dawns that you can’t protect your child from every risk. It’s time to let go. But back at home, you can assemble a strong financial safety net. Knowing what your current insurance will pay for — and whether you need to buy extra … <a title="The Parents Guide to Insurance for College Students" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/parents-guide-insurance-college-students/" aria-label="Read more about...
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When you’re behind the wheel of a car – whether alone or with passengers – driving safely should always be your top concern. We’re more distracted than ever, so it’s crucial to know the basics of safe driving and practice them every time you’re on the road. Here are some safe driving tips: Top 4 … <a title="Driving safety tips every driver should know" class="read-more" href="https://americanheritageins.com/driving-safety-tips-every-driver-know/" aria-label="Read more about Driving...
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Distracted driving is dangerous, claiming 3,477 lives in 2015 alone. Additionally, 391,000 people were injured by distracted driving, and 660,000 is the estimated number of drivers using electronic devices while driving. The NHTSA leads the national effort to save lives by preventing this dangerous behavior. Get the facts, get involved, and help us keep America’s … Read more
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Trees are beautiful. Tall. Majestic. Green. And also very, very heavy. Which is why if a tree falls in the direction of your house it’s terrifying. Trees have the power to cause some pretty serious damage to your home—they’re not picky about which way they fall if a sudden storm or wind gust pops up. … <a title="What if a tree falls on my house? My car? My fence?" class="read-more"...
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Although most Americans (about 88.5 percent) wear seat belts, there still a sizable number who who don’t—despite being widely proven to save lives (almost 14,000 in 2015). Plus, we all know we need to click it to avoid that ticket. Teens are the population group least likely to wear their seat belts. It should come as no … Read more
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