Okay, this is sad. I need to get a life. I compare a lot of things to driving. While walking I check my blind spot before moving to the other side of the aisle or sidewalk. In the grocery store I scan the intersecting aisles for other shoppers before I cross through them. How many…
As seen in The Driver magazine in the May/June 2009 issue. http://thedrivermagazine.com/2009/help-save-a-life-%e2%80%93-let-emergency-vehicles-pass-safely/ How You Can Help Save a Life By Scott Marshall As a driving instructor for Young Drivers of Canada over the past 21 years, I’ve been in the car with many people, as can be well expected. Many people feel that my…
What do you think the most dangerous thing is that we do as drivers? Is it driving in the winter, on the highway or at night? You might think these are all dangerous things to do, but the most dangerous driving task is turning left at traffic lights. It’s true! Let’s take a look and…
What kind of vehicle do you have? I drive a van because my family’s needs require it. I used to have a small station wagon, but it didn’t provide enough seats for my wife, my 4 kids and myself. I couldn’t really ask my son to hold onto the roof rack while I was driving,…
When I’m teaching new drivers I will ask them why they are taking our training course. Most of their answers are to get their license, to learn to drive safely and to gain confidence. Lately, I’ve had the answer of “to get my freedom”. Does driving for you mean you’ve got freedom? For the most…
Sometimes I feel like I’m in a fog. My thoughts don’t always come across in a clear manner. Last night I was also in a fog, but this time it was weather related. We should all be used to driving in the fog, especially because we’ve experienced this since we can remember. I was a…
This was from the Toronto Star, dated June 6, 2009 http://www.thestar.com/article/646608
I’ve heard people talk about other drivers for years. They’ve said they can tell what kind of driver someone is based on what type of vehicle they drive. Wow, are they good or what? I wonder if they can determine my age or weight too? Isn’t that strange, that someone can actually determine how…