Road Safety
Stay safe on every drive
Keep an Emergency Kit in Your Trunk at All Times
A $50 kit handles 90% of roadside problems. Assemble once, keep in the trunk forever.
The 3-Second Following Distance Rule
Pick a landmark. When the car ahead passes it, count '1-one-thousand, 2-one-thousand, 3-one-thousand.' If you pass it before 3, you're too close.
Adjust Your Mirrors to Eliminate Blind Spots
Most people aim side mirrors too far inward. Proper positioning eliminates 90% of blind spots.
Always Use Turn Signals — Even When Nobody's Around
Turn signals prevent 2 million crashes per year. Make it an automatic habit for every lane change and turn.
Know How to Handle a Tire Blowout — Don't Slam the Brakes
Grip the wheel firmly, DO NOT brake, gently accelerate briefly, then slowly decelerate and pull over.
Hands at 9 and 3 O'Clock — Not 10 and 2
Modern airbag placement means 9-and-3 is safer than the old 10-and-2 position.
Check Mirrors Every 5-8 Seconds While Driving
Regular mirror checks give you 360° awareness — you always know what's around you.
Don't Drive in Another Car's Blind Spot
If you can't see the other driver's mirrors, they can't see you. Speed up or drop back.
Never Use Your Phone While Driving — Not Even 'Quick' Checks
Checking your phone at 55 mph for 5 seconds = driving the length of a football field blindfolded.
Keep Headlights On Even During the Day
Daytime running lights reduce head-on collisions by 25%. Always-on headlights make you visible.
Carry a Window Breaker and Seatbelt Cutter in Your Car
A $10 tool can save your life in a submerged or trapped vehicle — mount it within arm's reach.
Check Behind Your Car Before Reversing — Every Time
50 children per year die in backover accidents. Walk behind your car before getting in.
Pull Over and Stop If You Feel Drowsy — No Exceptions
Drowsy driving is as dangerous as drunk driving. If your eyelids are heavy, pull over immediately.
Know What to Do After an Accident — The 5-Step Checklist
Adrenaline makes you forget everything. Having a memorized 5-step checklist ensures you handle it right.