Category: driver responsibility

Jun 10 2015 June 10, 2015 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

What you may or may not know about the vehicle you’re driving

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Let’s face facts; road safety should be everyone’s concern. Even if you don’t drive, you still have to travel across roads as a pedestrian, cyclist or as a passenger in a vehicle. Being able to see the “big picture” is an advantage to all road users to help protect us all. The big picture is…

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May 24 2015 May 24, 2015 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

Setting up the side mirror – things to think about

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This is the second part of a two-part series discussing side mirror setup. This isn’t about which is better and who should win this “battle”. It’s about making an informed choice to keep you, your passengers, your vehicle and other road users safe while driving. If you missed the first part, here it is; https://thesafedriver.ca/2015/05/21/setting-up-the-side-mirrors-part-one/…

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Apr 08 2015 April 8, 2015 April 9, 2021 NoComment by safedriver

You never find what you’re not looking for

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I’ve talked to many people over the years about what makes someone a good driver. Many say its attitude. Others say good reaction time does the trick. Some will say proper training is the key. Well, those all play a role into whether or not you’re going to be a good driver, but let’s look…

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Apr 04 2015 April 4, 2015 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

It’s time to listen to those who care

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We all know people who do things because they care; teachers, parents, coaches, aunts, uncles and many others. Have you ever asked yourself why they do these things? Is it because they were told to or is there a genuine part of themselves that wants to help others? Most people who help with the sole…

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Mar 14 2015 March 14, 2015 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

Are you ready to leave winter driving behind?

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As written for The Insurance Hunters. Please visit their blog. Well, it might finally be here – spring. We’ve had a long, cold winter and I think everyone is looking forward to nicer weather. Many people begin to feel happier when the temperatures begin to rise. When that happens, we also begin to see more…

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Feb 21 2015 February 21, 2015 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

Safe Driving Week should last a full year

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As written for The Insurance Hunters. Please visit their blog. Throughout Canada we generally have two weeks of the year that focus on safe driving; one week in the spring and the other at the end of the year. This is usually brought to the interest of drivers through various organizations and government. The reasoning…

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Feb 06 2015 February 6, 2015 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

For some drivers, what would it take…

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Where ever I go I often get asked driving advice. People want the little bits of information that will either prove to them they’re doing what they’re supposed to do, or advice to help them with things they never really knew. Often the purpose of my articles is to inform drivers of both of those…

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Feb 04 2015 February 4, 2015 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

Is it time to make a fresh start with your driving?

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As written for The Insurance Hunters. Please visit their blog. Mmm, fresh! I love the smell of fresh baked foods, fresh air and freshly cut grass. There’s something to be said about starting new. Many people make New Year resolutions at the beginning of the calendar year with the hope of making changes that will…

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