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Watch the Road: Distracted Driving is a Leading Cause of Vehicle Crashes
On an average day, the National Safety Council (NSC) reports that over 700 people are injured and at least nine Americans die in motor vehicle crashes involving distracted drivers. In response, they have named April as Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The NSC...
May’s Roadcheck Inspection Blitz to Focus on Lighting, HOS Compliance
From May 4-6, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) will conduct its annual International Roadcheck Inspection Blitz. Every year, the 72-hour inspection blitz takes a closer look at a designated category to check for violations. This year, CVSA will focus on...
Five Things to Love About DriveTeam’s Teen Driver Training Programs
So your teen is ready to learn to drive. This is an exciting, yet scary time for you as a parent. Your child is growing into an adult and taking on new responsibilities, but it is important to be aware that teens are not mature adults, and extra caution is warranted...
FMCSA Proposes to Change CMV Driver Vision Requirements
A proposed rule would allow commercial drivers who do not meet current vision standards to be medically certified without needing a special exemption. Existing rules prohibit drivers who do not meet certain vision standards in both eyes from operating a commercial...
Making the Most of a Learner’s Permit
For new drivers, especially when they are teens, the first couple of years on the road are the most dangerous. According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, research shows that new teen drivers, ages 16-17 years old, are three times as likely as adults to be...
Holiday Impaired Driving Statistics
As the year draws to a close, many of us are ready to shut the door on 2020 and get a fresh start in the new year ahead. As you prepare for the holiday festivities ahead, we know things might look a little different this season. However, it’s important to keep in mind...
The Dangers of Drowsy Driving
It can happen to anyone: driving late at night, the hum of the tires and the sound of the wind against the car lulling you to sleep. It becomes a struggle to stay alert, and suddenly not only is your own life at risk, but so are others on the road with you. This type...
Are You Ready for Winter Driving?
Fall is in its prime here in Northeast Ohio. The leaves are at their peak colors and there’s a chill in the air, making cozying up next to a fire in the evenings a delightful reprieve. Unfortunately, we all know what comes after fall: winter, with its heavy snowfall,...
Top Defensive Driving Tips for Teens
Becoming a licensed driver is a rite of passage for many teens. However, before they hit the open road, it’s important they understand how to stay as safe as possible behind the wheel. After all, the CDC reports that per mile driven, teen drivers aged 16 to 19 are...
Driving Tips for Back to School Season
In many areas across Northeast Ohio, the back to school season might look slightly different from years past. Districts have been diligently working through their reopening plans, making decisions to ensure the safety of all students and faculty in the wake of the...