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3 Tips For Safer Highway Driving

March 25, 2020 By Carmen Esate

Driving on the road is one of the most dangerous things that most people participate in on a regular basis. Even if you’re a safe driver, there’s really no telling what kind of accident could happen either to you or around you every time you cruise down the road.

As a general rule, the faster you’re doing in your car, the more potential for danger you’re risking. Because of this, it’s critical that you take it seriously whenever you’re driving on a highway or freeway.

To help you with this, here are three tips for safer highway driving.

Know What To Do In Emergencies

Before you plan to spend a lot of time driving on highways or freeways, you should first educate yourself on what you should do if there’s any type of emergency that takes place on your route, either with you and your vehicle or not.

According to AARP, you as the driver should only stop on a highway or freeway if you’re having a real emergency. And when you do stop, be sure you pull over as far as you can off of the road and that you put on your emergency hazard lights so that other drivers can see you from far enough away. If you’re coming up to an emergency that happened in front of you, it’s best to slow down and move to the side of the road farthest away from the scene. Additionally, if emergency vehicles are coming up behind you, slow down and move over to the right so the cars can pass you on the left without you having to stop completely.

Maintain A Safe Speed And Following Distance

Part of what can make driving on highways or freeways so dangerous is the fluctuations in your driving. For this reason, Jana Rhodes, a contributor to MotoSafety.com, recommends that you do whatever it takes to maintain a safe speed and following distance around other cars.

If you’re driving in open space, you may want to put on cruise control so you can ensure that you maintain a consistent speed and don’t wind up going too fast. And if you’re driving close to other cars, it’s safest to give the vehicles in front of you enough space that you could safely stop behind them if they were to jump on their brakes.

Stay Out Of The Left Lane

On most highways and freeways, there will be at least two lanes of traffic going in the same direction. When this happens, Jason Kavanaugh, a contributor to Edmunds.com, shares that you should only move to the left lane if you’re actively passing another vehicle.

Not only is this the law in most places, but staying in the right lane is also going to be much safer for you than jumping back and forth between lanes or driving primarily in the left lane.

If you’re worried about how to keep yourself and others safe when driving at the high speeds of a highway or freeway, consider using the tips mentioned above to help you become a better driver in these environments.

Best Road Trip Routes For Fall In The U.S.

September 2, 2019 By Carmen Esate

Fall is on the horizon.  When the season begins to change, so do the leaves on the trees.  The sudden shift in nature is a gorgeous spectacle worth more than just a few hours in the car.  

Planning a road trip around the excellence of Fall is always an enjoyable plan of action.  Take the time this Fall to get out and enjoy the changing of the seasons. Here are a few of the best road trip routes in the U.S. for the upcoming season.

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3 Tips For Road Tripping As The Solo Adult In A Car Full Of Kids

July 30, 2019 By Carmen Esate

Taking a road trip in and of itself can be a stressful experience. What with the potential for inclement weather, crazy drivers on the road causing car accidents, and the possibility of your car breaking down, it can be hard to find a moment’s peace when on the road. But add to this equation a car full of kids and you being the only adult and this could be a recipe for disaster.

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3 Tips For Safely Traveling On Dangerous Roads

July 14, 2019 By Carmen Esate

If you spend a lot of time traveling, you likely know that one of the biggest reasons for tourists getting hurt or killed in other countries is due to car accidents. Especially if you’re traveling to a country that doesn’t have the type of infrastructure you’re used to, your experience behind the wheel might be of little significance for keeping you safe.

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3 Packing Tips For Vacationing At The Beach

June 6, 2019 By Carmen Esate

If you’re planning to take your next vacation to the beach, there’s more to this trip than just throwing your swimsuit in a suitcase and headed toward the sand. To have a great beach experience, you need to do a little more planning and prep work when it comes to packing for the occasion.

To help you in doing this, here are three packing tips for those planning on vacationing at the beach in the near future.

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