Teenage Driving. Its’ All About The Speed.
Posted: June 27, 2013
With all the hype and awareness going on about teen texting and driving, we forgot all about speeding. This is arguable even more critical than distracted driving. Movies such as Fast & Furious 1 through 6 and now 7, make speeding and drag racing appear to be very cool and really tempting. Meanwhile, fatal teen crashes are ticking up from 30% to 33% for 2011. The...
Severe Weather Can Occur Anywhere, Anytime. Do YOU Have A Disaster Plan In Place?
Posted: June 26, 2013
The best time to protect yourself, your family and your property in the event of a severe weather alert, is BEFORE it happens. Preparedness is everything. Here are some easy simple steps that you can do ahead of time that will assist you and your family in most disaster situations when the time comes. Build an emergency supply kit – Include items of non-perishable food,...
Have A Teenage Driver? Know The Laws Of Your State And Talk About Them Together
Posted: June 7, 2013
Getting a license is a big and exciting deal in your teen’s life, so share in the experience by acknowledging the accomplishment and be supportive of your teen’s growing independence. However, make certain that you discuss the responsibility that comes along with this achievement as well. Here are some key points to think about: Start Sooner Than Later – Start to initiate the driving dialogue...
Buying A New Boat? Consider Taking A Boating Course.
Posted: May 6, 2013
Every year, the U.S. Coast Guard compiles a list of statistics from all fifty states and five U.S. territories of reported recreational boating accidents. The numbers on these reports from year to year are staggering. As of 2011, there was approximately $52 million dollars of property damage as a result of recreational boating accidents and the number one contributing factor towards these accidents was...
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Posted: April 8, 2013
Every April, the National Safety Council has promoted Distracted Awareness Month and its’ message is to encourage the public to start driving without the use of a cell phone. This year’s theme “What were you thinking?” focuses on educating the public on the distraction to the brain from a cell phone conversation while driving, whether it is a handheld or hands-free device. It is estimated...