April 19, 2012 Yesterday, many of our local law enforcement, dignitaries and athletes held a press conference at UMD's Romano Gym to bring awareness to the statewide Distracted Driving enforcement effort. The increased enforcement will take effect today. Here's some tips on what is considered legal in the state of MN and how to avoid distractions while driving.
May 10, 2011 We are about to hit the time of the year where there are a lot more cars on the road, with tourists and our own adventures. Let's all look out for one another out there on the road again this year. A recent study found that 80% of crashes and 65% of near-crashes are caused by driver distractions.
Keeping hands at ten & two, constantly scanning the horizon and mirrors, and keeping a safe following distance are all trademarks of the safe driver. Eating a cheeseburger, texting a boyfriend, and blasting Lady Gaga are all trademarks of everyone else.
While safety may be first in everyone’s minds, it’s typically last on everyone’s to-do list, which is why the following distractions get people in trouble.
