Tagged defensive-driving
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My Improv Traffic School Supports Autonomous Cars (In Theory)
Self-driving cars are coming soon. Already Nevada has approved their use on state roads and California seems very close to making them legal there as well. That means in no time we will manually driven cars and autonomous car sharing the road. Read More
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Save Money This Memorial Day Weekend: Slow Down
My Improv Traffic School is all about helping our students get the most out of their driving experience. That's why we want to take a moment and remind you that slowing down saves fuel and saving fuel means saving money especially on a long road trip Read More
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'Click It or Ticket' Program Goes Nationwide
As the Memorial Day holiday comes closer drivers are being warned that police are out in force to find drivers who are not using their seat belt. It is expected that thousands of drivers will come home from their holiday with a traffic citation Read More
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Texas Police Aim To Curb DUI Repeats
Last September Texas lawmakers put in place a new law which provides stiffer penalties for drivers convicted of having a blood alcohol content twice (or more) the legal limit. It is hoped that this increased punishment will help deter repeat offender Read More
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Chevy Volt Makes It Onto California Carpool Lanes
In a move sure to rankle some, the latest version of the Chevy Volt, General Motors's gas/electric hybrid vehicle will soon be allowed to travel in the mostly traffic-free California High Occupancy Vehicle (Carpool) Lanes whether or not the driver ha Read More
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Second California DUI Earns You A Suspended License
If you get busted for driving under the influence of alcohol in California, while on probation for a DUI infraction, you will definitely have your license suspended. How long it is suspended has a lot to do with how intoxicated you were at the time Read More
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States Join Forces To 'Move Over' Drivers
Alabama, Florida and Georgia are teaming up to get drivers to understand that when an emergency vehicle is parked on the side of the road, or any vehicle for that matter, they need to reduce speed and move over. It's not just a good idea in thos Read More
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Texas Drivers Pay Hefty Insurance Rates
That's right, once again Texas ranks near the top of the list when it comes to the amount paid for auto insurance. According to a new report by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners Texas finished 11th of all 50 states when it comes t Read More
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It's Not The Law But Buckle-Up Your Pets Anyway
Believe it or not, there is currently no law on the books in California or any other state preventing drivers from operating a vehicle with their pet on their lap. That means your Doberman Pincher can sit right square between you and the steering whe Read More
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Atlanta Trying To Improve Traffic Flow On Major Roads
The city of Atlanta, Georgia, has seen a continued rise in its population over the past decade or so as residents move into the city, repopulating urban areas once abandoned, and increasing traffic congestion on neighborhood streets. Read More
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Texas Investing In Wrong-Way Driving Warning System
Drivers headed the wrong way on U.S. 281 near San Antonio, Texas, are the target of a $500,000 investment by the Texas Department of Transportation. The money will help fund radar detectors and illuminated wrong-way signs at 32 exit ramps along a 15 Read More
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