Image: sleepdisorders A driver who is not driving under the influence of liquor can become as deadly on the road if deprived of sleep. Liquor consumption and lack of sleep both impairs coordination and judgment while seriously slowing down the reaction time of drivers when faced with emergency situations. These two conditions require the same solution which is to keep off … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2012
Questions to Ask Your Mechanic
Getting your car fixed can be complete torture for someone who has no idea on what goes on under the hood. And because of this, you don’t know what to ask when speaking with a mechanic. To maximise your visit at the repair shop, here are a few suggested questions on what to ask your mechanic. Question #1: Are you accredited? A good mechanic should be a member of a major … [Read more...]
Age Limit in Driving
We are all familiar with the minimum age required of drivers that are legally allowed on the road. The typical minimum age is set at 16 years although there are specific locations that allow younger drivers at 15 years or require older ones at 18 years. The main reason why there is much emphasis on the minimum age requirement is because of statistics that show that the … [Read more...]
3 tips for parents: Reducing insurance rates for your teen driver
Many parents dread the day their children turn 16, because it means they are legally able to drive without the supervision of a licensed driver. Aside from the safety concerns of having your constantly-texting teen behind the wheel, your child's newfound driving freedom means that he will probably want his own car as well. Even if your child drives your family car, you may be … [Read more...]
What to Do When You Meet a Car Accident
Nobody wants to meet an accident while on the road particularly if you're behind the wheel. It's the least we would like to encounter the reason why most of us take extra care when driving regardless of the weather condition. While many of us would like to stay safe all the time, it is also best to be prepared for the worst. In this way, you will know exactly what to do … [Read more...]