What Do Seatbelts Actually Do to Save Lives?

When it comes to automobile safety, there’s one rule you’ve probably heard since you were a kid: Buckle up! There are entire advertising campaigns making sure that the public knows how important seatbelts are. However, you may not know exactly what these straps do to keep you safe in the event of a car crash. Everday Health is here to fill you in: Keeps the occupants of the vehicle inside. “It’s clearly a myth that people are better off being thrown clear from the crash,” Osterhuber says. “People thrown from a vehicle are four times more likely to be killed than those who remain inside.” Restrains the strongest parts of the body....

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3 Most Dangerous Driving Behaviors

Driving can be quite a lot of fun, but a car is a serious piece of machinery that should be treated as such. Plenty of “normal” behaviors at the wheel can be considered dangerous, but there are some that are more dangerous than others. Here are four of the most dangerous driving behaviors from Road and Track: Driving too fast for the weather conditions Yes, we just discussed speeding, but this merits particular reinforcement. When the weather gets bad, slowing down is the best way to avoid an accident. This goes back to that physics thing. Unfortunately, not everyone gets that. All-wheel drive isn't an excuse for driving fast in inclement...

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How to Switch Your Car Insurance

One critical component of owning a car is car insurance. Drivers should make sure that they have this important thing covered before they get behind the wheel, with no lapses in coverage. If you’re thinking about switching from one company to another, it’s important that you do enough research to feel confident in your decision. These tips from Edmunds will help you make the most of switching your car insurance: 1. Review your current driving situation. Take note of your driving circumstances as well as the needs of other drivers in your household. Do you have a newer model car? Do you commute several miles each week to work? Do you...

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Tips for Driving Into the Sun

We’re so excited spring is here! Unfortunately, with sunnier days, it’s more likely that we’ll have to deal with driving into the sun and road glare at some point. However, there are plenty of ways to drive safely while still enjoying the sunshine. These tips from AAA.com may help you: Just after sunrise and before sunset the sun can shine directly into drivers’ eyes, leaving many motorists driving with a glare. This glare can make it much harder to see the road ahead and potential hazards creating an added risk to drivers. When sun glare is an issue slow down and use extra caution especially while driving through school zones. So...

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Tips for Safe Driving Near Schools

Safe driving is always important, but nowhere is it more critical than near schools. Protecting the lives of children is everyone’s responsibility, which is why there are special laws in place for drivers near schools. But it’s important that you do more than follow the letter of the law. To keep kids safe, make sure you follow these tips from Edmunds: Expect the unexpected: "Children run and play. They can come from anywhere," says James Solomon of the National Safety Council. Stop properly at stop signs and crosswalks: It's illegal to pass through either a stationary stop sign or one held by a crossing guard or other safety representative. In...

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Regular Maintenance for Your Car

Buying a new car is great. You drive off the dealership, basking in a car that drives well and works like it’s supposed to. What if you could keep that new car feeling for years? In many cases, you can! Basic preventative maintenance helps you spot trouble before it becomes a costly repair down the road. The DMV offers some advice to help keep you and your car safely on the road: It may seem intimidating, but basic care car is often simply a matter of popping open the hood and taking a look at the engine of your vehicle. Some basic car care starts with examining the exterior. Check your tires at least every other week to make sure...

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