We go through life often being tempted by things we know aren’t good for us. The rich foods when we know we shouldn’t eat them, the expensive items at the store we know we should not buy and of course, using our cell phones while driving when we know it’s a distraction. For many people,…
**A contributed post as written for The Safe Driver by . Back in the day, you may have used a steering wheel lock, wheel clamp or relied on your driveway gate or folding security post to keep your car safe when you left it, and granted, many of these are still effective measures. But…
**A contributed post as written for The Safe Driver. If you’re currently working with a tight budget and you’re in need of a car, availing of a car lease may be a good arrangement for you. Given what you can afford, you may be able to get a relatively new vehiche for a specified lease period…
For those of you who may be as old as me you may remember a song from the mid 1970’s called “Dream Weaver”. There’s a line that’s repeated throughout the song “I believe you can get me through the night”. I see dream weavers each day on my commute to and from work. These dream…
**A contributed post as written for The Safe Driver. Want to pass the Ontario driving test? Before talking about how to pass the Ontario driving test We must first understand the different types of driving licences available in Ontario and which one is most relevant to you, if you are a new driver the most relevant…
I’m sure we can all agree that rain is something we all need. We need it to grow our food, to replenish our lakes, rivers, streams and oceans. We also need it to drink and bathe. So with all the needs of having rain and water in general, I still don’t need it while I’m…
A contributed post as written for The Safe Driver. **Editor’s note** I recently experienced water damage to my home, so I thought this may be of value. Your home has just been through a fire or a flood. You have contacted your insurance company, started your insurance claim, and you have just been allowed…
Raising kids can be tough at the best of times. Once they get their driver’s licence and head out on the road with their friends, it can be even more nerve racking…for parents. Your kids get that new feeling of freedom they haven’t always had before. As a parent, we’re always worrying and hoping they’ll…