What Are Drum Brakes?

**A contributed post as written for The Safe Driver.   There are few vehicle parts that are as important to your safety as the brakes. Every time you stop your car, you rely on the brakes to keep you safe, which add up to hundreds of times every time you drive. It is worth your…



Driving as an Amputee: Everything You Need to Know

**A contributed post as written for The Safe Driver.   Driving as an amputee is one of the most freeing experiences out there. Going out on the open road, or even visiting your local grocery store, is made that much more convenient when you have your own ride. With some specialized equipment and a few installations, you…



Trying to communicate with the youth…

Many things have changed over the years, including the language and phrases we use. Listening to my kids talk I have to ask for a translation at times. I was told I have drip. I was thinking…what?? It turns out it meant I had style. I was pleased it didn’t have anything to do with…



A vehicle safety checklist

**A contributed post as written for The Safe Driver.   Many people put little thought into vehicle maintenance or emergency preparedness. Instead, they only address a problem once it has occurred. However, you want to stay safe and prepared, it is important to think ahead of time. This is especially true if you are someone who has…



The effects of brain development on teen driving

**A contributed post as written for The Safe Driver.   Many people know that teenagers are more likely to get into car crashes than older adults, but most people probably chalk this statistic up to inexperience. After all, the more a person drives, the less he/she should be prone to mistakes. However, lack of experience is just…



Sharing a wealth of knowledge…

It’s no secret that road safety is my passion. Many of us have a passion. Some have a passion for cooking delicious foods, some for sports and others have a passion to do the best possible job while on their job. For those of us with a passion, it’s difficult to keep that passion to…



Battle of American Legends: Choosing the right luxury crossover SUV

When you need a vehicle that can comfortably ferry the family across town or across the country, face down adverse weather in all seasons, and transport a huge haul of cargo, you’re looking for a Crossover SUV. Those looking to drive a premium Crossover SUV need to settle the age-old Cadillac vs Lincoln debate that…



To those who speed up toward a red light…why?

Sometimes we just need pause to take a breath. Life moves by so quickly that within a split second, it seems to be gone. This is also evident with our driving habits. The next thing you know, all those good driving habits are gone. The thing is, habits never really go away. They just change….