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Rachaelle Lynn - ArticlesRachaelle Lynn has been employed in the field of driver safety for 10 years in the areas of classroom training, curriculum development, and instructor training and compliance. In her current position as Curriculum Development Manager for the National Safety Commission, she writes driver prep courses for applicants for CDL Licenses and motorcycle licenses, as well as passenger vehicles. She writes a monthly Safe Driving Teen newsletter and is a frequent contributor to our blogs.
How to Handle a Florida Traffic TicketReceiving a ticket for a traffic violation can be a stressful, embarrassing and expensive experience, but the process of satisfying the ticket can have several benefits. A Florida traffic ticket often does not have to result in points on the driving record or an insurance increase, and it can provide an incentive for changing unsafe driving behaviors to avoid future tickets and decrease the risk of a motor vehicle crash that could result in property damage, injury, and death. Traffic School: How Mature Drivers Can Get Auto Insurance DiscountsThe ability to drive safely is affected by changes in our physical and mental conditions, and many of these changes take place as we get older. Though research shows that age is not the sole predictor of driving ability and safety, there is ample evidence to show that most of us experience age-related declines in our perceptual abilities – declines that can signal a greater crash risk. One way to minimize crash risk for mature drivers is through driver education. Spring Break Safety - How to Identify an Impaired Driver when Driving Your VehicleMany spring breakers drive to and from their vacation destinations. Spring break drivers are often relatively inexperienced due to their youth and may have difficulty navigating hazardous driving situations. One way to manage the risk is to spot impaired drivers early so you can increase your space cushion. This way, if the impaired driver causes a crash, you are much less likely to be part of it. Handling Roadside Distractions On Spring BreakSpring Break is an Exciting Annual Event for Many Young People. They Look Forward to Taking Time Off From the Rigors of Schoolwork to Spend Time With Friends Having Fun in an Exotic Setting.
but This Can Also be a Dangerous Time for Young People, Especially When They Drive to Their Destination, Often Accompanied by Distractions Such as Passengers and Loud Music. Driving Requires Attention and Awareness, Along With the Ability to Make Complex Decisions and Act on Them Quickly. Reinstatement Requirements For A Suspended Driver'S LicenseIf you find yourself in the difficult position of having your driver's license suspended for too many points or traffic violations, it's important to follow the proper steps to regain it. Most drivers who lose their licenses for any length of time hope never to repeat the experience, but drivers who have recently had their license suspended are often at high risk of having it suspended again. Teaching Your Teen To Drive - Tips And Tools For ParentsTeaching your teen to drive is an exciting and highly anticipated rite of passage that means greater independence lies ahead. It may also be a time of mixed emotions. Many parents look forward to the day when they won't be their teen's main source of transportation, but they may also feel anxious about how safe their teen will be behind the wheel. Environmental Effects On Driving A CarWe cannot avoid environmental conditions when we drive. Sometimes, conditions are favorable: a clear day with good visibility. Other times, challenging environmental conditions such as rain, fog and wind exist. Even a day filled with sunshine can present problems when driving or the lack of light reduces detail and conceals hazards such as pedestrians, bicycles, stalled cars, and curves. Also, glare from roadway lights, signs, and the headlights of oncoming vehicles may impair your vision. Ten Tips for New Drivers Before and After Getting a Drivers LicenseThe following is an outline of the top ten tips for new drivers before and after they receive their drivers license. These tips range from talking to your parents about driving expectations to useful tools like the driver handbook or a teen driving contract. Roadside Safety: What to Do if Your Car Has a BreakdownVehicle breakdowns are stressful and can even be frightening, depending on the circumstances. If your vehicle won't start in a parking lot, you have the advantage of being stopped in a safe place, but if the breakdown occurs while you are driving, you must take immediate action to ensure the safety of you and your passengers. How To Lower Your Teens Auto Insurance Rates For High Risk DriversAs with your own auto insurance rates, your teen's rates are comprised of several factors believed to determine the risk the insurance company takes when selling you a policy that covers your child. Unfortunately, teens fall into a high-risk category at once due to age - mile for mile, teenagers are involved in three times as many fatal crashes as all other drivers.
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