Roundabouts Come To The Sunshine State
A dash of the Old World charm has been steadily arriving on Florida’s sunny roads. **Roundabouts**, or ‘circles,’ offer a neat solution by cutting out the need for traffic lights at intersections,...
View ArticleKansas Drivers Save A Few Bucks At The Pump
Kansas drivers aim to **boost fuel efficiency** by driving defensively and choosing more efficient cars. As gas prices keep soaring, stubbornly refusing to dip below $3, fresh car buyers find...
View ArticleBreathalyzer Tests Now Required In New York
The New York legislature passed two resolutions this week aimed at providing some measure of relief for those whose families members are struck and or killed by suspected drunk drivers. The new...
View ArticleTexting Idaho Driver Hits Cop Car
A jaw-dropping reminder of the perils of texting while driving: an Idaho driver, busy with their phone, unbelievably collided with a sheriff deputy’s parked cruiser. Needless to say the accident has...
View ArticleDiscount Car Insurance Gets Cheaper In California
Money saved is like a penny earned, especially when times are rough. The economy hits bumpy rides, and every buck matters a ton. So, here’s some **joyful news** from sunny California that might just...
View ArticleFlorida ‘Lifesavers’ Publicize Dangers Of Distracted Driving
At the recent Lifesavers conference in Orlando, Florida, the **buzz** was all about distracted driving. It’s no wonder, considering heaps of studies show it causes more deadly crashes than **drunk...
View ArticleWhen Will Self-Driving Cars Come? Who Knows
Self-driving cars sure have sparked a lot of buzz, haven’t they? **California** and **Arizona** already gave the green light for these tech wonders to roam their roads. It’s like watching a sci-fi...
View ArticlePets Could Lead To Distracted Driving Charge In Arizona
Arizona stands out as one of those states with a **blanket distracted driving law** that ensures drivers keep their eyes on the road. Cops don’t have to catch you texting or using a cell phone to pull...
View ArticleTexas Graduated Driving License Program Saves Lives
Many states are **embracing** graduated licensing to help young drivers ease into the *tricky business* of driving defensively. The states with these programs shine brighter with a **big drop** in...
View ArticleNevada 10th Most Dangerous Driving State
Nevadans sure love to gamble—probably more than folks anywhere else—but **betting** their lives behind the wheel? No way, José! However, a recent study shows that Nevada is among the 10 most dangerous...
View ArticleMore Florida Roads Coming Soon
Tolls on Florida’s Turnpike jump **25 cents** to cover costs for creating big new roads zigzagging across the state. Folks are still chatting about where these roads will go and how they’ll foot the...
View ArticleSelf-Driving Cars Are Here!
When talking about self-driving cars, you won’t need to hurry down to your car dealer or keep stopping by. **Many new features** in today’s cars make life a breeze, although they don’t yet take the...
View ArticleArizona Driver’s License Open To Illegals?
Last week brought a surprising turn when President **Barack Obama’s executive order** might just pave the way for illegal immigrants in Arizona to snag a state driver’s license. State officials still...
View ArticleTexas Faces Frustrated Drivers In Construction Zones
Construction zones can be **risky places**. Folks working there face hazards, and when they’re on the road, drivers nearby can be at risk too. That’s why you’ll spot loads of signs in these areas...
View ArticleKentucky Bridge Repairs Drag On (And On)
Folks driving through **Louisville, Kentucky**, have faced **sky-high gas prices** for a while. Now, they’ve also got to deal with messy traffic because of the Kennedy Bridge construction. This bridge...
View ArticleCars And Bikes Don’t Mix In New York
Early today, a driver in upstate New York took a **heartbreaking turn** in front of a motorcyclist. The crash led to the death of both the motorcycle rider and their passenger, while the car driver...
View ArticleGrant Helps California Fight Distracted Driving
California dives headfirst into the battle against distracted driving. They’ve rolled out new laws to ensure drivers keep their eyes glued to the road rather than fiddling with text messages, emails,...
View ArticleSouth Florida Traffic Cameras Irritate Local Drivers
Traffic cameras have two **undeniable truths**: they do their job, and drivers can’t stand them. Last year, some spots in South Florida began to roll out these cameras, and guess what? The cash flow...
View ArticleDistracted Driving Fines Double In New Jersey
The New Jersey legislature **tackles** the dangerous habit of texting and driving with a **firm stance**. New laws now target this risky behavior, **doubling fines** for those caught in the act. In the...
View ArticlePoetry Fights Storms In Arizona
Seeking a fresh and **exciting way** to alert drivers about the serious threat of dust storms, the Arizona Department of Transportation invites submissions of personal haikus. **Participants must...
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