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Road Rage Facts To Keep You Safe

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Untitled-1.jpgEvery driver has had it at some point in time during their career behind the wheel.

Whether someone cuts them off or other drivers just are not abiding by common sense driving standards, road rage can flare up in almost anyone. However, it is important to keep road rage in check and to practice defensive driving. That is because there are some truly startling road rage facts all drivers should be made aware of. After all, the more drivers know, the safer they can remain.


Reasons for Road Rage

There are common occurrences that bring out road rage in drivers. While anger may be compounded with the stress of daily life, the most common triggers for road rage remain rather universal.

  • 49% is due to another driver being distracted (ie. swerving while on their cell phones).
  • 44% stems from being cut off (many of these driving offenses occur at the same time, which is why the numbers add up to more than 100 percent).
  • 39% stems from overly aggressive drivers.
  • 35% from tailgating.
  • 34% of drivers who are running late may take it out on other drivers without any just cause. 
  • 31% of all road rage comes in the form of shouting and swearing.

Research for CNBC and several other news outlets actually found the top most common cars with road raging drivers, starting with BMW drivers (at 34 percent), followed by Land Rover, Audi and Subaru drivers. 

The Problems with Road Range

Sometimes exercising someone's right to complain verbally inside of their own vehicle can help reduce stress levels of the drivers. Other times, it can cause major situations, especially if the verbal sayings are escalated and directed at the other driver.

  • 37% of all aggressive driving incidents have at least one firearm involved, whether it is showing the piece, waving it or actually discharging a round.
  • 50% of all drivers who are the recipient of an aggressive maneuver on the road is likely going to respond with a similar, or more extreme maneuver.

Over the last seven years, there have been over 12,000 preventable injuries that could have been avoided, all of which stemmed from road rage. Two percent of these injuries have come from one driving admitting they attempted to force the other driver off the road. 

Aggressive drivers are more likely to take risks while driving; such as driving without their seatbelt and driving while intoxicated or under the influence. 

Aggressive and more extreme driving is also growing more common. Only 14 percent of drivers in a recent study said they felt driving 10 miles over the speed limit would be extremely dangerous.

In fact, 56% of men polled said they experience some form of road rage from another driver at least every single day while 44% of women felt the same way. All of these numbers point to the importance of staying calm and not escalating the potentially dangerous situation. 


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Topics: Automobile Safety, Extended Vehicle Warranty, Practice Defensive Driving, Regular Vehicle Maintenance, Car Services, Preventing Road Rage, Avoid Aggressive Drivers

How to Reduce Driving Costs

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Reducing Driving Costs Will Help Boost Your Fuel Efficiency

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With the price of oil dropping to near-record lows,driving has become far less expensive than just a year ago. However, gasoline prices will continue to fluctuate, so the likelihood of inexpensive gas remaining a constant is slim. Regardless of this, there are other ways to reduce driving costs and to help boost fuel efficiency within the vehicle. Some of these methods can be performed by car owners themselves while others should be performed by certified professionals capable of offering top car services.  


Replace Air Filters

As dirt and other debris collects in the engine filter, it reduces the quality air flow coming into the engine. As a clean air flow allows for a more precise fuel burn, miles per gallon do start to drop off. This is an easy replacement that can be performed when a car's oil is changed. 

In addition to the new air filter, having a new spark plug installed can offer a more precise firing of the engine, which works right along side with ensuring the most fuel efficient flame is produced. A spark plug should only be replaced by an experienced mechanic as it does need to be properly aligned. Misaligning a new spark plug may result in an inferior performance over the older plug. 

Tire Pressure

A tire pressure gauge allows for accurate readings, although having the auto garage check tire pressure whenever work is done ensures proper pressure. 

  • Under inflated tires are not only unsafe but the sluggish rubber in the tires requires more fuel to burn.
  • Over inflated tires are not desired either as this becomes a major safety concern as well (over inflated tires are more likely to burst from the weight of the vehicle).

Avoid Fuel Tank Additives 

There are all sorts of products out there claiming to improve fuel efficiency. Most don't work and are just a waste of money, so avoid these products all together.


When you own a vehicle, there are many different things that you need to take care of in order for you to get the most use and enjoyment out of that vehicle. Whether it's new tires or things like regular maintenance and oil changes, keeping your vehicle in prime condition is important. Investing in an extended warranty will provide you with the extra coverage you want in order to keep your family safe. 

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Topics: Auto Warranties, Reduce Driving Costs, Automobile Safety, Extended Vehicle Warranty, Regular Vehicle Maintenance, Fuel Efficiency, Car Services

Winter Tires vs. All Season Tires?

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For anyone who needs to buy new tires, the common question typically comes down to: winter tires vs all season tires.

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Which one is right and is there a better one than the other? Why should someone go with winter tires if the all season tires are for all season? Ultimately, there are some key variations between the two tires, so understanding the difference is important; Knowing a bit about each style is a must. 

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All Season Tires

All season tires offer the best fuel economy of the two while also providing excellent tread life. The main perk with all season is the versatility with the tire. Although not dubbed "winter" it can handle snow as the tread is thicker than what a driver might find on summer tires.

Essentially, all season tires are a hybrid between summer and winter tires. As a hybrid though, it does have some downfall.

  • It doesn't have the same kind of grip as a summer tire.
  • It also doesn't have the thicker tread as a winter tire, which is important when driving through the snow and ice. 

 

Winter Tires

Winter tires are designed specifically to handle not only the snow and ice, but also the cold. Winter driving conditions are some of the most unpredictable with the drop in temperature and ice accumulation.

  • The rubber on a winter tire remains flexible. Allowing the tire to remain gripped to the surface, even in icy conditions. All weather tires become stiff and rigid, which not only reduces traction but it also causes the tire to crack more frequently during this time of the year.
  • Winter tires have deeper treads and unique patters to help reduce snow buildup and push the snow out of the thread. For snow conditions, winter tires are essential.

When you own a vehicle, there are many different things that you need to take care of in order for you to get the most use and enjoyment out of that vehicle. Whether it's new tires or things like regular maintenance and oil changes, keeping your vehicle in prime condition is important. Investing in an extended warranty will provide you with the extra coverage you want in order to keep your family safe. 

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Topics: Automobile Safety, Winter Tires, All Season Tires, Extended Vehicle Warranty, Winter driving conditions, Tires, Regular Vehicle Maintenance

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