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Tips For Safely Driving In Rain And Snow

In the United States, there are nearly 6 million car crashes a year, and out of those, about 23% are related to the weather. This is around 1.3 million car crashes related to the weather per year! Those of us in Connecticut face almost every type of weather, including snow, sleet, ice, rain, fog, wind, and blowing...

How To Create An Emergency Kit For Your Car

She had to figure out what to do on her own. I talked to her shortly after this happened and she told me how much she wished she had an emergency kit in the car for that situation. “You never expect something like that to happen,” she told me. “But when it does, you wish...

Winter Driving Car Safety Checklist

Just the other day, I took my car for a routine oil change, only to learn that my car battery was about to kick. But I wasn’t thrilled about the unexpected expense, I was glad to learn this while the weather is still pleasant and I could easily take care of it. Better to do...

Connecticut Car Crash Statistics For 2019

As 2019 has come to a close, data has been released about the car crashes that took place throughout the state of Connecticut last year. Understanding the threat of car accidents in your area can help you better prepare and drive safely! Check out some information about Connecticut vehicle crashes in 2019 here. General State...

Distracted Driving Awareness Month Avoiding Distracted Driving

April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, so we thought we would take this opportunity to discuss some common factors that cause distracted driving. Understanding the causes of this issue can help you prevent it. Here, I will discuss three of the most common causes of distracted driving – cell phones, passengers in the car, and kids...

Driving In Winter Weather 101

We actually had the windows open in my aunt’s house! But of course, we could not escape the New England winter weather forever! There has been and will continue to be some cold and snowy days. Poor weather conditions can increase the risk for accidents, which no one wants to be a part of. In...