The results of a recent survey by American Baby and Safe Kids Worldwide indicate that new mothers may be among the most distracted drivers on the road. The survey polled nearly 2,400 moms with children under the age of two. Although 63% of the new moms surveyed claim that since giving birth they are more […]
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Holiday Shopping
The Thanksgiving holiday is just around the corner and that means the best bargain shopping day of the year is nearly here! To take full advantage of Black Friday’s savings, keep in mind that this year some stores are staggering their sale schedules. For those of us brave enough to take on the elements, the […]
Read MoreTexting while driving even more dangerous than previously reported!
Texas A&M University, in conjunction with the Southwest Region University Transportation Center and the Texas Transportation Institute, conducted a research study regarding the effects of reading and writing texts while driving. This study was unique because it used participants driving actual vehicles instead of simulators. The results of the study show that reaction time while […]
Read MoreAre we safer drivers now than we were in 1990?
According to data released by the U.S. Census Bureau, the rate of fatality accidents in Washington State has decreased by 50%, from 1.8 to .9 deaths per 100 million miles traveled. The actual number of fatalities has also decreased, from 825 in 1990 to 521 in 2008, the most recent year for data released by […]
Read MoreOverview of Washington’s driving laws
Are you up to speed on the laws covering drivers in Washington State? Which violations are primary (you can be pulled over) or secondary (can be cited if pulled over for a primary violation)? How old must a child in your car be to ride without a booster seat? If you’re feeling a little uncertain […]
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