There’s no question that driving a vehicle is dangerous thing to do. It seems that many drivers ignore the risks of driving and take chances that jeopardize their safety and the safety of those around them. It seems that a lot of it is a false sense of competence. They think they’re good at specific…
There’s a saying that states “To every action there’s a reaction.” That’s normally a saying that relates to science, but it sounds like it can also fit with driving. Each time a driver does something that can put you at risk, there should always be a proactive reaction to their action. As many people may…
Opinions are like elbows, most people have a couple of them. When it comes to driving, many people more than a couple of opinions. Unfortunately, these opinions can get some people into trouble. Sometimes that trouble spreads to others. For years I’ve always heard how the right lane was considered the driving lane and the…
If you think about it, we often have little catch phrases we take with us throughout our lives. These are usually little words or a sentence that our friends and family recognize, and sometimes tease us, each time we say them. I know someone who often says “you know what I mean” after many sentences….
I love spring. For many people, it represents a new beginning. For some others, it can be troublesome. Daylight Savings Time is approaching and that means more light into the evening. Yay! I’m in favour of light later on in the day, but as a driver, the early morning changes can also spell trouble for…
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…
I know we’re in a hurry these days, or so it seems. We tend to exaggerate how long things will take us to complete so we cut corners and take chances. The reality is that these chances can affect us and those around us more than we may think. This is certain when it comes…
We’ve grown up hearing how at times words can be hurtful. I’m sure we’ve all said things that we may regret later in life. We’ve also said things that essentially mean very little. I think it’s all about how you take what’s been said. To some people, words mean very little. They’re just words. To…