Category: alternative to driving

Oct 05 2015 October 5, 2015 March 5, 2017 No Comment by Scott Marshall

When your actions ruin the lives of others…

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Let’s face facts; many of us have tried to get away with things we’ve done wrong over the years. This is especially true when we were kids. But as we grow, don’t you think we need to take ownership of our own actions? This is especially true when our actions affect the lives of other…

Oct 28 2014 October 28, 2014 March 5, 2017 No Comment by safedriver

Let the kids enjoy Halloween – drive safely…if you need to drive

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As written for The Insurance Hunters. Please visit their blog. Growing up, there are a few times of the year that kids really enjoy. Christmas, birthdays and of course, Halloween makes the list. Let’s not even talk about last day of school! These three favourite times of the year creates excitement galore for kids. Except…

Oct 23 2014 October 23, 2014 March 5, 2017 No Comment by safedriver

Can you believe 10 seasons of Canada’s Worst Driver?

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One of the most common conversation topics many people can relate to is the weather. If we had no weather, many people would just stop making small-talk with others. It’s a common element within our society. Something else millions of people can relate to is bad drivers. We’ve all seen them, been in the same…

Jul 21 2014 July 21, 2014 March 5, 2017 1 Comment by safedriver

Take this moment to learn something

Posted in alternative to driving, collision free driving, cooperative driving, cyclists, driver responsibility, driver training, driving articles, driving basics, driving near cyclists, driving with kids, how to drive, learning to drive, responsible driving, safe driving, sharing the road, speeding, Uncategorized

Spending time with my family is a big part of my life. I love my kids and try to do extra little things with them whenever I can. It was such a nice night recently three of my kids decided to come with me on a bike ride. That too turned into a teaching moment….

Jun 25 2014 June 25, 2014 April 6, 2021 No Comment by safedriver

What are bike boxes and how do they affect you?

Posted in alternative to driving, bicycle lanes, Bike boxes, cooperative driving, cyclists, defensive driving, driver responsibility, driver training, driving articles, Driving in traffic, driving near cyclists, how to drive, lane markings, learning to drive, right of way, safe driving, sharing the road, turning left at lights, Uncategorized

Changes to our driving community often arise based on issues raised by multiples of people. For many years bike safety has been a concern to many and as a cyclist myself and as a parent of 4 kids who cycle a lot, I can fully understand just how scary it can sometimes be while riding…

Apr 08 2014 April 8, 2014 November 10, 2020 No Comment by Scott Marshall

Right of way is about giving, not taking

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One of the discussions I seem to have on a monthly basis is about right of way. It seems to be confusing to many people; drivers, pedestrians and cyclists alike. What’s your take on this confusing law? Do you have a solid understanding or does it confuse you every now and then? I often refer…

Mar 16 2014 March 16, 2014 March 5, 2017 No Comment by Scott Marshall

Take public transit or drive?

Posted in alternative to driving, carbon dioxide, collision free driving, common sense, defensive driving, driver stress, driver training, driving articles, Driving green, Driving in traffic, driving near snow plows, emissions, greenhouse gases, how to drive, learning to drive, sharing the road, winter driving

As a driving instructor with Young Drivers of Canada with the passion for road safety you would think I support driving all the time. Well, for the most part I do, but there are times that driving just doesn’t make sense. Now don’t get me wrong, I believe in my driving ability just like many…

Nov 21 2013 November 21, 2013 March 5, 2017 No Comment by Scott Marshall

Is there value in “buses only” lanes?

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I’m a big supporter of my community and saving our environment. I will walk or ride my bike when I can and I also plan my trips so I can avoid wasting fuel, time and money. I look for ways to do that every day. However, when I see a waste that also affects many…

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Category: alternative to driving

When your actions ruin the lives of others…

Let the kids enjoy Halloween – drive safely…if you need to drive

Is there value in “buses only” lanes?

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