Summer Driving Safety Tip #9: Adjust when driving in fog. Just like sun glare, driving in fog means decreased visibility. When hitting the road early or when changing weather patterns bring that smoky aesthetic to Western New York, knowing how to properly adjust your driving to meet changing road conditions is a must. When driving [...]
Practice Safe Driving This Independence Day Weekend Let freedom ring and practice safe driving during the long Independence Day Weekend! Not only does July 4th take place during the first full week of summer break, this year, July 4th falls on a Friday. This means increased traffic as people kick-off their celebrations early, from traveling [...]
Summer Driving Safety Tip #8: Practice safe towing. Summer days were made for spending on Lake Erie while nights were made for camping out under the stars. If you plan to tow a boat, extra camping equipment or cargo, another vehicle (behind a camper van or RV), or any kind of trailer, it's essential that [...]
Summer Driving Safety Tip #7: Watch Crosswalks. Warm weather means more pedestrians are outside enjoying the sunshine. From popular shopping districts like Elmwood Village or Hertel Ave, to busy farmers markets in Kenmore and North Tonawanda, it's not uncommon to see an abrupt increase in pedestrian traffic. The most important thing any driver can do [...]
Summer Driving Safety Tip #6: Be alert for e-bikes and electric scooters. E-bike accidents and electric scooter accidents are on the rise in WNY, and with the growing increase in severe injuries and fatalities, it's more important than ever to be alert for e-bikes and electric scooters on the road. A bicycle and an e-bike do not travel at [...]
Summer Driving Safety Tip #5: Be alert for an impaired driver on the road. When summer temperatures soar, the backyard barbecues begin. Never let a summer celebration turn into a night that changes your life forever because of an impaired driving accident. Impaired driving includes driving under the influence of drugs (legal or illegal), alcohol, [...]
Summer Driving Safety Tip #4: Master safe lane changes in construction zones. Construction season has begun which means an increase in reduced speed zones and congestion, temporary lane closures, temporary changes in traffic patterns, and even new temporary traffic signals. When your lane slows to a crawl and the next lane continues to progress, it's understandable [...]
Summer Driving Safety Tip #3: Maintain a comfortable driving environment. Extreme summer heat presents a serious challenge to drivers, regardless if you’re driving to a vacation destination, on a day-trip for summer fun, or simply commuting to the office. The hotter it gets outside, the warmer it gets in your vehicle. If your AC fails [...]
Summer Driving Safety Tip #2: Perform preventative vehicle maintenance. Extreme heat puts added strain on your vehicle which can lead to mechanical problems and breakdowns. Don’t cause a potentially deadly accident because you failed to maintain your vehicle. Keep yourself and others safe: Pay attention to your car’s temperature gauge and pull over if the [...]
Summer Driving Safety Tip #1: Protect against sun glare. Driving in the summertime brings several unique challenges that we experience to a much lesser extent in fall-spring. One of those challenges – although we haven't seen much of it lately – is that summer sunshine. Sure, it's perfect for tanning by the pool, grilling on the [...]
