Driving Long Distances During The Holidays Q: What should I be on the lookout for when driving long distances during the holidays? There are numerous hazards that make driving during busy travel seasons dangerous. Personal Injury Attorney Amanda N Blum discusses a top driving hazard that people don't pay enough attention to. If you or [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Spring Travel Tip #8: Avoid distractions while driving. Road trips should be fun but don't let your cell phone or travel companions distract you from the road ahead. Staying alert and aware of your surroundings is important for ensuring quick, smart, safe reactions to changing road conditions. If driving alone: Set up your navigation app [...]
Spring Travel Tip #7: Dress comfortably. This may seem like a no-brainer but when it comes to traveling long distances, dress comfortably! Sneakers keep your feet relaxed and enhance your control over your vehicle, allowing you to react quickly and properly to changes in traffic or road conditions. Avoid heels or flip-flops as these can get caught under [...]
Spring Travel Tip #6: Don't rely on cruise control. Cruise control was basically built for long distance drives. Not only does it improve your fuel efficiency and effortlessly maintain speed, it allows the driver an opportunity to sit more comfortably, rest their legs, and reduce physical strain. And yet, cruise control allows for lower concentration levels, making you [...]
Spring Travel Tip #5: Plan your route ahead of time. Driving from Buffalo, NY to Orlando, FL might save you money, but it's important to be smart about long distance driving. If you When you drive the same route every day you learn the location of dangerous potholes, stop signs, and traffic lights, where the road curves or splits, [...]
Spring Travel Tip #4: Make regular stops on long distance trips. Driving from Buffalo, NY to Orlando, FL might save you money, but it's important to be smart about long distance driving. If you don't make regular stops to stretch your legs or switch drivers, it could lead to drowsy driving, which is just as dangerous as buzzed or [...]
Spring Travel Tip #3: Perform a vehicle check before traveling long distance. Never underestimate preventative maintenance. Instead of waiting for a problem to arise – a problem that could not only ruin your vacation but put yourself and others at risk of severe injury – schedule an inspection with your local mechanic to check: Tire tread and pressure [...]
Spring Travel Tip #2: Ensure guest safety outdoors. Spring marks the beginning of travel season, and as an Airbnb or Vrbo owner, it's essential to prioritize guest safety outdoors and indoors. Never neglect to maintain your property. This means providing a clean, safe outdoor space to reduce the risk of on-site injuries. Ensure a safe [...]
