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 […]
What to do after an accident
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 […]
What if a tree falls on my house? My car? My fence?
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. […]
Buckle Up!
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 […]
Common Driving Mistakes Teens Make
Being a teen driver isn’t easy. You’re developing a new skill, and the consequences of making mistakes while doing so can have serious ramifications, such as auto accidents that result in injuries, deaths, and serious car damage. And, then there’s the impact your errors have on your car insurance rates. Knowing what types of driving mistakes […]
Auto Recalls
Have you ever wondered what exactly an auto recall is, or what you should do if your car is recalled? If so, you’re in luck. We are here to answer those questions and provide additional information that you can utilize if the situation of your car being recalled ever happens. So to start, what is […]