Driving in the snow is something that intimidates many drivers. Unless you live in a climate that exposes you to this type of weather on a steady basis, it is something you are rarely faced with. Most new drivers will respond to a skid in a manner that is called “target fixation”. They literally fixate on their impending doom instead of taking action to prevent the accident. Here are some tips that will help you avoid becoming a victim of the wintertime accident. Read more…
While there are many hazardous conditions that we cannot avoid, driving while drowsy or sleepy is not one of them. Getting behind the wheel of your automobile when you’re in this condition is just plain stupid. While the public is made quite aware of the hazards of drinking and driving, driving while sleepy is just as dangerous. Drowsiness presents many of the same challenges as being drunk does, decreased awareness, slower reaction times and impaired judgment are common in both of these conditions. Read more…