When your children reach an age where they can begin to learn to drive, it’s important that you give them the insight they need to make good decisions behind the wheel. Teenagers are exposed to peer pressure and are still learning everything they need to know, so...
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Aggressive drivers: more dangerous than drunk drivers
You have encountered them occasionally whether on your treks to the supermarket, picking up the kids from swimming class or heading home from work. An aggressive driver is not difficult to spot, so do your best to steer clear of them because they represent potential...
When are you most likely to see jackknife accidents?
When you have to drive around large trucks regularly, you may not be sure how safe you really are. You may fear that the driver will lose control or that their trailer will swing into your lane, especially when there are heavy rains or winds. There is a potential for...
Rebuilding life after a traumatic car accident
Rarely a day goes by where the St. Louis community does not hear of a devastating motor vehicle accident. However, a life-changing injury does not mean that a person must have a painful and depressing existence. Accident victims may rebuild and refocus themselves if...
Tips for safe driving through a work zone
As we make our way into early spring, we are likely to see more and more construction zones popping up in communities in and around St. Louis. As these projects either directly include road construction or are immediately adjacent to a busy thoroughfare, drivers must...
5 foods you must absolutely avoid while behind the wheel
Drivers must worry about their surroundings no matter the circumstances. Often facing poor weather, crowded roads and inexperienced drivers, motorists must work hard to safety navigate city streets and fast-moving highways. Additionally, drivers of all experience...
3 reasons professional drivers cause commercial crashes
Any driver can make dangerous mistakes at the wheel, but some drivers make mistakes that have more consequences for others. People with commercial driver's licenses have to attend additional courses beyond traditional driver's training. There are more rules that limit...
Why leaving early may reduce your accident risks
People are often looking at ways to reduce their risk of being involved in a car accident. For instance, they may drive with the lights on during the day. They may practice defensive driving and always look for mistakes that other drivers are going to make. All of...
3 ways to be a safer driver in winter weather
Winter weather comes with additional hazards on the road. Snow, ice, and extreme cold cause challenges that every driver should prepare for. A few simple precautions can go a long way towards preventing costly and painful injury accidents. 1. Clear off your vehicle...
Traffic congestion: a common cause of collisions
If you have ever driven when the roads are busy, you know how frustrating it can be. Congested traffic makes the entire trip more hazardous for you. You have to watch for stop-and-go traffic, people with road rage and those who aren’t paying attention. Traffic jams do...