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Please Don’t Play “Jeopardy” While Driving

Please Don’t Play “Jeopardy” While Driving

Thanks to Drivetime, a vehicle app developer, you can now play Jeopardy while you cruise around town. While it takes some smarts to win at the famous trivia game, distracted driving is anything but an intelligent choice. Family Friendly Fun: 4 reasons the Mazda CX-9 is perfect for families I’ll take “Things You Shouldn’t Do […]

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6 Preparations to Take When Your Teen Starts Driving

6 Preparations to Take When Your Teen Starts Driving

For many teenagers, getting a driver’s license is a rite of passage yet a time of great concern for parents. While it still may equate to a new sense of excitement and freedom without parental oversight, there are many reasons to worry. Distracted driving — which is the leading cause of teen death — is […]

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Here’s How Google is Using Video Games to Teach Self-Driving Cars

Here’s How Google is Using Video Games to Teach Self-Driving Cars

Much like biological brains, artificially intelligent neural networks need training to learn their tasks. Google’s AI projects, DeepMind and Waymo, are no exception — and the tech giant has come up with an innovative way to teach its neural networks how to drive. So, what’s an easy, accessible, and intuitive way to teach these machines? […]

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7 Ways Distracted Driving Leads to Car Accidents

7 Ways Distracted Driving Leads to Car Accidents

Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of road accidents. This includes texting while driving, but there’s more to it than that. Many people think as long as they aren’t staring directly at their screen for a minute at a time, then they’re probably good…they’re wrong! Put together by car accident lawyers in Douglasville, […]

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25 Percent of Fatal Accidents in Canada Caused by Distracted Driving

25 Percent of Fatal Accidents in Canada Caused by Distracted Driving

Drivers just aren’t getting or are choosing to ignore the message that using cell phones while driving is not only dangerous, but often times deadly. Check Out: The award-winning 2019 Chrysler Pacifica Cliff Lafreniere, president of Trillium Automobile Dealers Association, reports on Wheels.ca, that “distracted driving is still the leading cause of fatalities and injuries […]

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Ontario Targets Distracted Driving with Strict New Law

Ontario Targets Distracted Driving with Strict New Law

If you plan on doing any driving in Ontario, make sure you’re not using any handheld device at the same time. The province recently introduced a stringent new law to combat distracted driving. As of Jan. 1, you’re not allowed to use a handheld device to text, make calls, check email, or do pretty much […]

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Driving Mistakes That Raise Your Insurance Rates

Driving Mistakes That Raise Your Insurance Rates

Many factors can influence how much you pay for car insurance, such as your age, level of education, and place of residence. However, some rate-raising factors are easier to control — like bad driving habits. Traffic violations and accidents can really mar your driving record, and you could be feeling the financial impact up to […]

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Speeding and Distracted Driving Are Among the Top Causes of Dangerous Accidents Involving Teenage Drivers

Speeding and Distracted Driving Are Among the Top Causes of Dangerous Accidents Involving Teenage Drivers

Teens engaging in dangerous driving habits during the summer season are becoming involved in a higher rate of potentially fatal accidents according to a new AAA study

The time period between Memorial Day and Labor Day has been repeatedly dubbed the “100 Deadliest Days,” due to the fact that the number of fatal accidents involving teen drivers increases exponentially during that time. Many of these accidents are caused by a series of common factors. A new study conducted by AAA found that […]

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Americans Name Distracted Driving the Largest On-Road Threat in New Study

Americans Name Distracted Driving the Largest On-Road Threat in New Study

Despite drivers' concerns about other motorists driving while distracted, most admitted to checking their phones while behind the wheel

There are a lot of hazards that drivers can encounter during their commutes. However, one phenomenon stresses drivers out more than any other. According to a survey conducted by Harris Insights and Analytics, 55 percent of Americans believe distracted driving is the top threat drivers face on the road. Avoid On-Road Distractions: Don’t do the […]

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Safe Driving: A Reminder to Avoid FWD (Flirting While Driving)

Safe Driving: A Reminder to Avoid FWD (Flirting While Driving)

If you’re a fan of Valentine’s Day, you might be happy to know about an extension to this holiday. The third week in February — this week — is known as International Flirting Week. Though flirting might seem like a harmless endeavor, when combined with driving, this pastime can prove dangerous. Here are some interesting stats […]

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A Safe Driving Reminder from the TDLR

A Safe Driving Reminder from the TDLR

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) released some tips earlier this week, to help keep Texans to stay safe while traveling during the holidays. It’s a great reminder to all of us, to make sure our vehicles are road-ready and implement safe driving techniques as we journey to visit loved ones. Here are just […]

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New Ohio Distracted Driving Law Targets Paw and Order

New Ohio Distracted Driving Law Targets Paw and Order

A new Ohio distracted driving law is taking aim at another possible disruption in your car while on the road –your pet. Beginning Dec. 20, the police department in the village of Mantua will be able to issue citations if they see drivers holding an animal or turning away from the road to focus on […]

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The Try Guys DUI Series: Texting and Driving

The Try Guys DUI Series: Texting and Driving

The Try Guys are back for their final video in the DUI Series. This time, they’re tackling the dangers of texting and driving.

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Reckless Driving Carries Differing Penalties across the Country

Reckless Driving Carries Differing Penalties across the Country

Driving recklessly is never a good idea anytime or anywhere. It puts everyone, including you, at risk. And some states, such as Delaware and Oregon, throw down severe punishments if you’re caught driving like a reckless fool. Check Out: The features on the 2018 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross “If you are convicted of reckless driving in […]

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Chevy Safe Driving App Powered by Peer Pressure

Chevy Safe Driving App Powered by Peer Pressure

“Don’t text and drive.” “Keep your eyes on the road.” “Put the phone down.” These wise words of advice are all too easily ignored, but Chevrolet is betting they’ll land with more force if you hear them spoken by a friend or loved one. When you download Chevy’s new Call Me Out smartphone app for […]

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Tips to Kick Your Dangerously Stupid Texting and Driving Habit to the Curb

Tips to Kick Your Dangerously Stupid Texting and Driving Habit to the Curb

Texting and driving is one of the stupidest and most dangerous things to do while driving. The statistics of accidents and tragedies caused by the behavior are staggering. Every driver knows texting and driving is wrong, risky, and shouldn’t be done. Yet, drivers young and old still text and drive every day. If you’re guilty […]

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‘Supernatural’ Star Jensen Ackles Partners with the Texas Department of Transportation for Distracted Driving PSA

‘Supernatural’ Star Jensen Ackles Partners with the Texas Department of Transportation for Distracted Driving PSA

Jensen Ackles is well-known for his role as Dean Winchester on the hit TV show Supernatural. In the show, Dean cruises across America behind the wheel of a classic 1967 Chevrolet Impala, alongside his brother, Sam. While the two brothers might be daredevils on the show, Jensen Ackles is outspoken about the dangers of distracted […]

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Have an iPhone? Turn On ‘Do Not Disturb While Driving’ Mode to Avoid Technology Distractions

Have an iPhone? Turn On ‘Do Not Disturb While Driving’ Mode to Avoid Technology Distractions

If you’re a loyal Apple customer, chances are your iPhone doesn’t leave your side — and that includes when you’re behind the wheel. Now, before you jump to conclusions, we’re not accusing anyone of anything. We are all perfectly capable of owning an iPhone, taking it in the car, and setting it on the passenger’s […]