Monday, June 23, 2014

Thoughts After Getting A New Car


Buying a new car is an exciting accomplishment! You think about great gas mileage, superior technology, and a smoother, better looking ride. It's what comes next that you don't expect. Have you ever experienced any of these thoughts after buying a new car?

1. "Uh oh, all of these cars look really dangerous and everyone here is probably a bad driver... I better park my car really far away from everyone." Next thing you know, you're walking really far through the parking lot to get inside the mall or grocery store.

2. "Hmm, we are going to be out of toilet paper two days from now... better head to the store to get some right now." Suddenly, the most mundane errands don't seem so bad anymore with your new car!

3. You used to never volunteer to drive places, but now you can't wait to show off your car to your friends and family!

Friday, June 6, 2014

How to Stop a Car Accident Before You Even Get in the Car


-Put the cell phone down. 
Turn it off if the sound of a text alert or call will tempt you to check it.  This seems like an obvious one, but according to the Official US Government Website for Distracted Driving, approximately 660,000 drivers are using cell phones or manipulating electronic devices while driving at ANY given daylight moment in America.

-Don’t eat or drink while driving.  
It’s tempting to swing by a drive-thru and hop back on the road to make good time on your trip. But think about the risks involved–fiddling with wrappers, finding condiment packages, and dealing with the mess made are all distractions that take your eyes off the road.  Think about whether shaving that extra hour off your trip is worth cutting your life or the lives of others short.

-Clean up & fuel up.
Make sure your windshield is clean, oil changed, and vehicle generally maintained BEFORE you start your travels! Seeing your check engine light switch on or struggling with low visibility due to windshield grime is an avoidable distraction–so avoid it.