More than two people are killed every day on U.S. roads by drivers running red lights, according to a new data analysis performed by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. The most recent crash data available shows 939 people were killed in red-light running crashes in 2017 – a 10-year high and a 28% increase …
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It’s a new “normal” at the Ohio BMV. Used to be, you could walk in and, with the right paperwork, walk out with your new driver’s license/state ID (DL/ID) in hand, normally in under 14 minutes – provided you were a U.S. citizen with no driver’s license suspensions. All that changed last July , and …
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AAA urges drivers to put down their phone and avoid distractions on the road. Your eyes are on the road and your hands are on the wheel, but are you still distracted? During April, National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, AAA is reminding drivers to keep their hands on the wheel, eyes on the road and …
Spring-like temperatures are drawing motorcyclists to Ohio’s roadways. Historically, this also means an increase in motorcycle crashes. This year, AAA is encouraging motorists and motorcyclists to take steps to prevent crashes and costly out-of-pocket expenses. During the past five years, more than 18,000 motorcycle crashes occurred on Ohio’s roads, according to the Ohio State Highway …
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Motorists can help prevent winter breakdowns and crashes simply by taking care of their cars, but AAA finds 62% of cars are behind schedule for routine maintenance services. This can lead to breakdowns and costly repairs. The following simple winter car care checklist can help save Ohioans time and money this winter. Winter Car Care …
Columbus Police Officer Keith Conner is a 19-year law enforcement veteran that you’re either going to love or hate. If you’re among the throngs of motorists who drive distracted with a cell phone, Conner will be your worst nightmare. If, however, you stand with those who are sick and tired of the carnage left behind …
As football season kicks off, many Ohioans will celebrate the season with tailgates. To keep these fun-filled gatherings from turning into costly blunders, AAA’s insurance agents encourage tailgaters to follow three plays from the tailgating playbook. ”We all look forward to game day festivities with our friends and family, and insurance coverage is likely the …
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The white-tailed deer is a typical sight in Ohio through much of the year, especially the fall. 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. Fortunately, you can take steps to keep yourself …
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Accidents can happen in the blink of an eye. That’s what Aleisha McKeeby of Lake Mary, Fla., learned this past June, when she was involved in a head-on collision with her two young daughters in the car. She shared her story with us – and offered her take on why proper car seats are so …
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One of the scariest moments of most parents’ lives is when their teenager gets a driver’s license and sets out on the open road. Parents inherently know the dangers of driving, especially for inexperienced kids. Unfortunately, their fears are valid. Crashes remain the leading cause of death for teens. In addition, the number of Ohioans …
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