Hello, Sunshine State drivers! 🌴 As we embrace the warm weather and clear skies, it’s also time to mark our calendars for an important week dedicated to road safety: National Work Zone Awareness Week, happening April 15-19. This week is a powerful reminder for all of us, especially teens, new drivers, and their parents, about …
Dear Parents: As guardians of young drivers, your role is paramount in guiding them towards responsible and safe driving habits. April marks National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, a critical period to reinforce the dangers of distracted driving to your teenage drivers. This Guide for Parents offers insights and resources to help you navigate this journey …
Hey, future road leaders! 🚗💨 Did you know that April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month? Yep, it’s a whole month dedicated to reminding us of a super important message: Keep your eyes on the road, not on your phone (or anything else that takes your focus off driving). Use this Teen Guide to Distracted …
Riding a motorcycle comes with inherent risk. Unlike other vehicles, a motorcycle leaves your body mostly unprotected and exposed to the elements. You lack the luxury of having your body encased in a steel vehicle with safety restraints and airbags. However, there are ways to improve your safety when you ride. By implementing these 25 ...
The Florida Department of Transportation's Florida Teen Safe Driving Coalition's Grant covers the cost to bring a nationally known teen traffic safety speaker to 60 high schools across Florida. Teen traffic safety speakers are a tremendously impactful way to leave a lasting positive safety message for teen drivers. We require a minimum audience attendance size ...
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you're driving with friends and suddenly feel pressured to take unnecessary risks behind the wheel? Peer pressure can be a powerful force, even on the road. In this blog post, we're going to explore the dangerous impact of peer pressure while driving and shed light on ...
Exploring the Impact of New Car Technology on Driver Safety and the Vital Role of Vehicle Maintenance As automotive technology continues to advance at a rapid pace, it is crucial to understand how these innovations are transforming driver safety. From advanced driver assistance systems to cutting-edge safety features, new car technologies have the potential to ...
We're entering the most dangerous time of year for teen drivers The “100 Deadliest Days” is the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when fatal teen crashes increase dramatically. Parents are the best line of defense to ensure a safe ride! Teens drivers have a higher rate of fatal crashes, due to immaturity, lack of ...
Funding will promote traffic safety education statewide. State Farm announced its support of a Florida based teen traffic safety group, the Florida Teen Safe Driving Coalition and has awarded a $60,000 grant to promote traffic safety education among parents, teens, and law enforcement statewide. The grant will fund several projects aimed at reducing the number ...
Safe teen drivers make sure they are fit to drive before getting behind the wheel. Does that mean being physically ready to operate the pedals and steering wheel? Is it being mentally prepared to watch the road carefully, think ahead, and not be distracted? How about the driver’s feelings? Yep, all of it matters. This ...