Fall Driving Tip #7: Exercise Caution When Driving on Wet Pavement AAA reports that "wet pavement contributes to nearly 1.2 million traffic crashes each year." The rain is moving in as we slowly shift from warm, sunny fall to chilly, wet fall. Before you hit the road, whether commuting to work, heading to the grocery [...]
Fall Driving Tip #6: Fall Vehicle Maintenance Poor vehicle maintenance is a major cause of auto accidents – and one of the most preventable. Adequate tire pressure and tread depth is vital for good traction with the road, which could mean the difference between stopping in time and losing control of your vehicle. Safe driving [...]
Fall Driving Tip #5: Be Cautious in Early Morning Frost We may see high temperatures during the day but when temps drop overnight, it's common to wake up and find early morning frost covering your windshield. As you once again acclimate to changing seasons, protect yourself and others on the road, and be cautious when [...]
Fall Driving Tip #4: Avoid Driving Through Leaf Piles When the trees in WNY begin to shed their leaves, we tend to rake them up and leave them on the side of the road for collection. There are three reasons you should avoid driving through leaf piles: You never know what's beneath. It could be [...]
Fall Driving Tip #3: Drive Safely in Darkness. Fall means the sun rises later and sets earlier, increasing the amount of time we spend driving in the dark. Drive safely in darkness – which is similar to driving in wet or cold weather conditions – and practice patience, vigilance, and care. This fall, remember to: [...]
Fall Driving Tip #2: Be Vigilant For Deer + Deer Collisions. As wildlife prepares for winter, deer activity increases and along with it, the number of deer collisions. Deer are most active between October and January, especially in the early morning and evening hours when visibility is already hampered by sun glare or darkness. Protect [...]
September 17, 2022. Joliet, Illinois, USA. A section of sidewalk is marked with pink paint as in need of repair. Fall Driving Tip #1: Protect Against Sun Glare. Keep your friends close, and your sunglasses even closer! We've officially entered the autumnal season and as temperatures continue to fluctuate, one thing that will steadily decrease is [...]
Reckless Driving Can Lead To It's important to understand what reckless driving is, but it's also important to understand how things like speeding, aggressive behavior, impairment, and distracted driving impacts our ability to operate our vehicle. Reckless driving can lead to: Reduced visibility of the road ahead Shorter/Slower reaction times Not stopping in time Taking [...]
Common Causes of Reckless Driving Reckless driving is one of the leading contributors to auto accidents. When drivers disregard safety and the rules of the road, they put themselves, other drivers, and even pedestrians at risk. Common causes of reckless driving: Speeding/Tailgating Impaired Driving Aggressive Driving Failing to Obey Traffic Signals Unsafe Lane Changes Racing [...]
Drowsy Driving is Impaired Driving A lack of sleep negatively impacts both your overall health + your ability to drive. Regular sleep disruption and fatigue can lead to low energy, difficulty focusing, poor motivation, and slower response times. That exhaustion can then lead to swerving, tailgating, poor judgment, blurred or reduced vision, or even falling [...]
