Winter in Ohio is known as one of the prettiest times of the year. It’s also known as one of the most dangerous. When the weather outside is frightful, going outdoors is often the last thing you want to do. By preparing for inclement weather now, you’ll know what to do when winter storms, ice …
Home for the Holidays: Avoid Accidents with This Advice
Holiday mishaps. We’ve seen them in movies and read about them in articles. Ladder falls, tree fires and homes decorated with enough lights to light up an airport runway are common themes. While they may seem comical, the reality is these are no laughing matters. Every year, Americans suffer damage to their homes, belongings and …
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Holiday Identity Theft: How to Stay Safe While Shopping
From holiday shopping, Black Friday deals, online promotions and more, the holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year for shoppers. This year, in the midst of COVID-19, shopping online for the holidays is expected to be even bigger than ever before. Unfortunately, the growing popularity of online shopping is also a …
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Eyes on the Road
New research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety finds that when drivers initially use active-driving assistance – like Tesla’s Autopilot and Cadillac’s Super Cruise – they actually pay more attention, not less attention, to the overall driving task. AAA is encouraged by the research findings and urges drivers to learn the benefits and limitations …
An Inexperienced Driver Needs More Time
Troy and Stacy Schlotterbeck did everything they thought they were supposed to do when teaching their son Gavin to drive. They followed Ohio teenage driving laws—he was enrolled in driver education and they practiced with him during the six months he had his learner’s permit. They never could have anticipated what would happen to him …
Maintaining a Clean Car Can Promote Health and Improve Resale Value
Cars can get dirty very easily. Car exteriors seem to be magnets for dirt and other contaminants. At the same time, vehicle interiors suffer from dirt, dust, pollen, moisture, food particles, bacteria, viruses, fungi and more. According to Steve Lee, AAA Car Care Plus manager and ASE-certified automotive technician, it’s more important than ever to …
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What to Do When Hitting a Deer
The white-tailed deer is a typical sight in Ohio through much of the year. But when you’re driving, you may wish it wasn’t so common. According to the Highway Loss Data Institute, the number of insurance claims due to animal-vehicle collisions peaks each November. How to Hit a Deer Safely When a collision is imminent, …
What’s Behind Bad Driving Behaviors?
We’ve all been there. We are driving along, minding our own business, when we spot someone texting on their phone, whizzing past us at a high rate of speed or swerving from side to side. Most of us recognize these behaviors as unsafe and threats to our safety. Risky driving behaviors – “Do as I …
Your Complete Summer Boat Safety Checklist
Are you looking to head out on the boat for the summer? Regardless if you’re operating a vessel for the first time or looking for a refresher on boat safety, we have you covered with some boat safety tips so you can enjoy yourself on the water. Don’t Drink and Boat Just like in your …
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Can the Heat Affect Your Car?
When there is a heat wave, there is an increase in vehicle breakdowns. Hot summers mean battery failures, air conditioning repairs, tire replacements, and an increased need for emergency roadside assistance. But why does heat cause so many problems for your car? Heat interferes with your car’s ability to operate. Fluids evaporate, circulation is diminished, …