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Keeping Your Family Safe In The Winter: 1

Heather — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 01:13:14 +0000

Christmas is just around the corner and if you are one of the many families that are traveling during Christmas, I can tell you there are some things that you need to know, especially if you are driving. Driving in the winter in general is very difficult and while you might think that you are safe, there are things that you can do to ensure your safety.

For example, you want to make sure that you firstly prepare your car or truck for the season. Making sure that your windshield wipers are up to speed and also that your car or truck has snow tires are on are some of the first steps that you want to take.

Your tires can save you in the long run and honestly … snow tires are the best if you are in a state that has a lot of snow.

Be Safe, Drop the Distractions: 2

Heather — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 16:25:44 +0000

So, what are some of the specific behaviors and distractions you need to avoid when you are behind the wheel? Put it this way: if you are doing a single thing that causes you to take your eyes off the task of driving or makes you remove your hands from the wheel, quit it.

Yes, it is tempting to talk on the phone, to text, even to eat behind the wheel, sometimes you are in a hurry and think that you need to — but don’t. Not only are your insurance rates at stake, but your life could be as well.

When eating in particular, stay away from beverages they are so hot they can burn you. Steer clear of greasy or gooey foods as well. A greasy steering wheel is a danger waiting to happen, and that delicious jelly doughnut? Well, if you are worrying about spilling raspberry filling on yourself, then all of your attention is definitely not on the road.

Be Safe, Drop the Distractions: 1

Heather — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 04:52:11 +0000

We all know that there are serious dangers when you get distracted while driving. Sending text messages, making phone calls, eating, searching for CDs — these are all distractions that can easily result in an accident, because your full attention is not on the road. By cutting back on these distractions and others like them, you are not only being a safe driver; you are also ultimately saving money on your car insurance.

There are some things you need to avoid — and there are ways to do that, but sometimes, you need to know the facts behind the consequences of your actions to give you the confidence you need to quit these dangerous behaviors.