Driving

The Importance of Changing Your Oil

Changing your oil regularly is one of the most important ways to keep your car running in tip-top condition. It not only prevents wear and tear on your engine, but it can increase your mileage and the lifespan of your car. A properly lubricated engine runs much cooler than an engine in need of an

2022-12-04T20:42:53-05:00December 4th, 2022|Cars, Driving|

Tailgating Accidents to Avoid

Tailgating accidents are, unfortunately, all too common during football season. Oftentimes, alcohol has a lot to do with these accidents. It’s important to be careful if you plan to tailgate, especially if you’ll be drinking. Take things slow and make sure that you’re drinking plenty of water. Wear the correct clothing and sunscreen to avoid

2022-12-04T20:37:50-05:00November 20th, 2022|Car Accidents, Driving|

Predatory Auto Shop Practices

Unfortunately, predatory auto shop practices are somewhat common. Your average driver doesn’t know a ton about car repairs, and auto shops are very aware of this. They can take advantage of your naïveté by suggesting repairs that might not be necessary, or upcharge you for items that you don’t need. Be on the lookout for

2022-12-04T20:31:50-05:00November 6th, 2022|Cars, Driving|

Driving Safely with Children in the Car

Driving safely with children in the car can be very difficult because kids thrive on getting their parents' attention. This usually involves being loud, acting out, and tantrums. All of which can be hugely distracting for parents trying to concentrate on the road. Start safe riding early on by talking to your children about etiquette

2022-03-21T22:58:24-04:00March 25th, 2022|Avoiding Injury, Driving|

Most Common Semi-Truck Accidents

Semi-truck accidents are very dangerous due to the size and weight of these massive vehicles. In addition, they tend to travel on highways and other larger roads so they are often traveling at high rates of speed. There are many ways that these can get into accidents, but many of them happen because of driver

2022-03-21T22:50:03-04:00March 18th, 2022|Driving, Trucking Accidents|

Avoiding Parking Lot Accidents at Work

With many people going back to work in person these days, remember to avoid parking lot accidents. While everybody is typically moving slowly in a parking lot, an accident can still cause a lot of damage. Avoid these accidents by knowing the most common ways they happen. Reversing accidents can happen when a car backs

2022-01-26T10:19:46-05:00February 4th, 2022|Car Accidents, Driving|

Preparing for a Road Trip with Kids

Preparing for a road trip with kids can be overwhelming. But if you take it one step at a time hopefully you'll manage to have a fun and safe trip. The first step is making sure that your car is ready to go by performing some routine maintenance checks on it. Next, you'll want to

2022-01-25T14:02:21-05:00January 28th, 2022|Cars, Driving|

Skidding on Ice: How to Avoid It

Skidding on ice can be incredibly dangerous, and is always a possibility if you are driving in icy conditions. It’s best to avoid driving on roads when there might be patches of ice. However, if it’s completely unavoidable, make sure that your car has the proper equipment for cold weather. A skid happens because of

2022-01-25T13:53:30-05:00January 13th, 2022|Car Accidents, Driving|