Understanding the Various Traffic Violations in South Carolina and How They Can Impact You LegallyDriving in South Carolina can be tricky. With risk factors like a dense population, many rural highways, and complicated driving laws, you may occasionally have to make quick decisions to comply with the law. Therefore, it is imperative to understand the … Read more
Schools across South Carolina will begin their new year in the next couple of weeks. That means schools busses will be picking up and dropping off children before and after school. Here are six rules on when to stop and when to go when approaching a stopped school bus. Flashing Red Lights. You only have to … Read more
Car Crashes are the #1 killer of teens. Remember that Safety is not an accident; it is a process of good decisions. With the privilege of driving comes the responsibility to make safe choices. Safe choices include paying attention to the road. 58% of teens involved in traffic collisions are distracted. Summer is the most … Read more
Car Crashes are the #1 killer of teens. Remember that Safety is not an accident; it is a process of good decisions. One of those good decisions is using your seat belt. Did you know that 53% of teenage drivers who died in crashes were not wearing seat belts? Additionally, a recent survey found … Read more
I know you have heard me say that speed kills, and it does. However, driving too slowly causes car accidents also. The South Carolina Driver’s License Manual reminds us that driving too slowly can also be dangerous. The reason is this: When you drive to slowly, traffic backs up behind you. When traffic backs … Read more
Did you know that thousands of Americans will be injured and hundreds will die in the next two weeks? USA Today reports that the end of the year holidays will bring bloodshed and carnage to our streets and highways. As most of us celebrate with office parties, family gatherings, and spirited shopping, some Americans won’t … Read more
7 Thanksgiving Driving tips Don’t Drink and Drive. The holidays are times for celebration. However, the best way to avoid an accident or any involvement with law enforcement is to avoid all alcohol if you have to drive. Prepare Your Car. Make sure your tires are properly inflated and all of your fluids are topped … Read more
1. Follow the Safety Rules Parents are the most important and effective roll models for children. Children understand when their parents drive too fast, cut someone off, or don’t completely stop for a traffic signal. They pay much more attention to the things their parents do. Following the traffic safety rules gives children a good … Read more
5 Reasons You Should Always Stop at Stop Signs I see it all the time in my neighborhood. Drivers approach a stop sign, slow, and then round off the turn without completely stopping. It’s illegal and everyone knows it. For some reason, we just won’t take the time to follow certain traffic safety rules. Here … Read more
Traffic Tip Tuesday: I’m On A Boat! Don’t Get a DUI? Its summer time and that means being on a boat. Please remember that boating safety means being responsible. Being responsible means using alcohol safely. Here is your fool-proof way to avoid getting an alcohol related ticket out on the water! Don’t drink alcohol … Read more