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Blog posts of '2022' 'December'

What factors can help determine a safe following distance?

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Some drivers may feel that if you are staying alert. scanning the road for hazards, and driving at the posted speed limit that it doesn’t matter how closely you drive behind another vehicle.  Every time you drive, you must pay attention to how much space you are leaving in front of and beside y...

Older Driver Safety Awareness Week Safety Tips

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According to data collected by the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2020 over 17% of all traffic fatalities involved persons over 65 years of age. Recognizing potential factors that can increase risks and taking steps to reduce them will help keep more people safe o...

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