Category: driving articles

May 04 2015 May 4, 2015 April 7, 2018 2 Comments by safedriver

It’s driving quiz time!

Posted in Adjusting to vehicles, avoiding a rear crash, checking the mirror, collision free driving, common sense, defensive driving, driver training, driver visibility, driving articles, driving habits, driving quiz, driving while fatigued, drowsy driving, fatigue, flow of traffic, freeway driving, how to drive, learning to drive, looking well ahead, merging on the freeway, mirror use, rear crash avoidance, safe driving, seatbelts, Uncategorized, windshield wipers

In today’s world, many people like to challenge themselves. Sometimes it’s through sports, or competitions, or even through education. So far I’ve done a couple of driving quizzes; one for commuters and a winter quiz. I thought it’s time for a quiz to see what kind of a driver you. How’s your general driving knowledge?…

Apr 27 2015 April 27, 2015 March 5, 2017 No Comment by safedriver

I encourage you to try this

Posted in Canada's Worst Driver, cooperative driving, driver stress, driver training, driving anxiety, driving articles, driving attitude, driving fears, driving habits, how to drive, learning to drive, safe driving, Uncategorized

For the more than 27 years that I’ve been a driving instructor with Young Drivers of Canada I’ve been known as a supporter; someone who encourages others to do their best. To be honest, there are some days it can be difficult to encourage others. Regardless, I still feel it’s important to do. Are you…

Apr 23 2015 April 23, 2015 March 5, 2017 No Comment by safedriver

Fulfil your passion for driving… and for cars

Posted in buying a vehicle, classic cars, driving articles, driving words, muscle cars, passion for safe driving, summer driving, Uncategorized

Let’s face it; I love cars and I love driving… and I’m not alone. Millions of people worldwide share this passion. For over 27 years I’ve tried to instill road safety on as many people as I possibly can. In my spare time I go to car shows and drool over those amazing machines and…

Apr 21 2015 April 21, 2015 March 5, 2017 2 Comments by safedriver

There’s more to waiting in traffic than…actually waiting

Posted in avoiding a rear crash, collision free driving, collision scene, collisions, defensive driving, distracted driving, driver training, driving articles, Driving in traffic, driving skills, handling driving emergencies, how to drive, learning to drive, left turns at traffic lights, mirror use, rear crash avoidance, safe driving, seatbelts, turning left at lights, Uncategorized

Wait. Wait. Wait. We seem to be waiting a lot these days. Whether it’s in line at the cashier in a store, at a gas station or to get into the movies, waiting is part of our lives. Waiting in traffic is also part of our lives; an everyday occurrence. As mundane as it seems,…

Apr 08 2015 April 8, 2015 April 9, 2021 No Comment by safedriver

You never find what you’re not looking for

Posted in cognitive training, cooperative driving, defensive driving, driver responsibility, driver training, driver visibility, driving articles, Driving in traffic, eyesight while driving, how to drive, learning to drive, road signs, safe driving, Uncategorized, visibility

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…

Apr 04 2015 April 4, 2015 March 5, 2017 No Comment by safedriver

It’s time to listen to those who care

Posted in drinking and driving, driver responsibility, driving articles, driving fatalities, Uncategorized

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…

Mar 31 2015 March 31, 2015 March 5, 2021 1 Comment by safedriver

Getting more value from your vehicle starts with you

Posted in dashboard warning lights, driver training, driving articles, driving basics, driving habits, fuel economy, how to drive, learning to drive, looking well ahead, pumping gas, safe driving, smooth driving, Uncategorized

Getting good value from the things you have is important to just about everyone. There are so many things people do to try to save money, including buying things they need when they are on sale, using coupons and perhaps using discount stores. Everyone needs to have a spare car key, but aren’t always sure…

Mar 26 2015 March 26, 2015 March 14, 2021 No Comment by safedriver

How to avoid the perils of potholes

Posted in collision free driving, defensive driving, driver risk taking, driver training, driving around debris, driving articles, Driving in traffic, driving staggered, how to drive, learning to drive, looking well ahead, pot holes, risk taking, safe driving, smooth driving, tire maintenance, Uncategorized

As written for The Insurance Bureau of Canada. Please visit their blog. We seem to have a pretty good crop so far this year. It almost seems after each rainfall there’s more and more. The crop seems to grow quickly when the mild weather happens. Does this sound familiar? Do you think I’m referring to…

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Category: driving articles

It’s driving quiz time!

I encourage you to try this

Fulfil your passion for driving… and for cars

There’s more to waiting in traffic than…actually waiting

You never find what you’re not looking for

It’s time to listen to those who care

Getting more value from your vehicle starts with you

How to avoid the perils of potholes

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