Category Archives: Defensive Driving Online

5 Tips for Dealing with Distracted Drivers

The US Government stated that, in 2011, over 3,000 people were killed in crashes that were a direct result of distracted driving. Although most people are aware of the laws regarding driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, distracted … Continue reading →

5 Surprising Things People do While Driving

Distracted driving isn’t limited simply to texting or jamming out to the latest hit. There are several bizarre ways to keep yourself focused anywhere but on the road. We’ve compiled a list of ten of the most surprising ways people … Continue reading →

Do You Know Your State’s Law When it Comes to Driving with Headphones?

With states buckling down against texting and distracting driving, it’s important to know the most up-to-date laws while in the car. With that said, do headphones come into play with distracted driving laws? According to Digitalmusicnews.com, 35 states say it’s … Continue reading →

Ticket to Ride: The Pros and Cons of Public Transportation

Sick of fighting traffic to and from your job? It’s time to unclench your fists and look at the facts when it comes to your daily commute. Could you be saving time and money by taking public transportation? Better yet, … Continue reading →

Driving and Tech News Roundup: October 2016

Here are some of the best stories from around the world of driving and tech from October. Click on the links to read more about each story. According to a recent study by J.D. Power, BMW and Hyundai are the … Continue reading →

Texas A&M Joins the Driverless Car Frenzy

As early as winter 2017, students at Texas A&M hope to produce a driverless car. A group of 10 students are working hard to create a driverless car that can better detect pedestrians on a crowded college campus and improve … Continue reading →

Suzuki and Toyota Exploring Opportunities for Collaboration

Last week both Japanese motor corporations, Suzuki and Toyota, announced that they are combining their resources in order to advance green car and safety technology. Because of the changing environment within the car industry, both corporations see that it’s “increasingly … Continue reading →

7 Car Features to Help Older Drivers

According to AAA, “Nearly 90 percent of drivers age 65 or older have health conditions that can affect driving safety, yet only 10 percent are driving cars with features that address those conditions.” Additionally, a recent AAA survey indicates that … Continue reading →

Texas Looking to Improve Traffic Stop Education

Texas officials are trying to pass new legislation that would affect drivers education throughout the state–pushing for classes that teach young drivers how to act when they are pulled over by police. According to News Channel 10, “Currently, the Texas … Continue reading →

Steer Clear: U.S. Highways with the Highest Yearly Fatalities

According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more people in the U.S. die in car crashes each year than in other high-income countries. Worse, the National Safety Council reported in 2015 that the U.S. had the highest one-year percentage … Continue reading →