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March 25

Distracted Driving Awareness Month: How to Avoid Distractions on the Road

April is Distracted Driving Awareness month. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 3,450 people were killed in accidents related to distracted driving in 2016. Thanks in part to driver awareness and legislation, that number fell to 3,166 in 2017. However, it’s likely that number isn’t accurate, given that drivers are often reluctant to […]

March 12

The Six Levels of Autonomous Driving

The advent of the self-driving car and other technologies that relieve control of vehicles from the driver has prompted the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) to define the six levels of autonomous driving. Most cars on the road today utilize some kind of automated driving technology, from […]

March 1

Pros and Cons of Electric Cars

If you’re thinking about purchasing an electric vehicle, it’s important to weigh the pros and cons of electric cars as you make your decision. Here are a few common pros and cons to consider. Pros Better for the environment Obviously, one of the major reasons why consumers buy or consider buying electric or hybrid vehicles […]