I can't believe summer is almost over. It seems like yesterday was January first. To celebrate the end of the season we are having a Blackvue sale. Act now to receive $20 off the DR650S one and two channel dash cameras. Use coupon code SUMMER1CH at checkout to save $20 on any DR650S-1CH. Use coupon code SUMMER2CH at checkout to save $20 on any DR650S-2CH.

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• 1 Channel Dash Cam upgraded from the DR650GW-1CH
• Full HD (1920 x 1080p) Video Recording
• Built-in WiFi - view and control camera from smartphone
• BlackVue Cloud - can be...

A new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) shows the effectiveness of advanced driver assistance systems.

According to the one part of the study, not accounting for driver demographics, stated that lane departure warning cut the fatal crash rate 86 percent. In another analysis of the study that accounted for driver demographics, the rate of all crashes was 18 percent lower for vehicles equipped with lane departure.

"This is the first evidence that lane departure warning is working to prevent crashes of passenger vehicles on U.S. roads," Jessica Cicchino, IIHS vice president...

We have seen some interesting vehicle patents lately. Remember the Google Waymo "flypaper" to prevent secondary impact? Last week the company patented tech that would allow a vehicle to soften in the event of a collision with a pedestrian. Now Toyota is getting into the mix with a transparent A-pillar patent.

Safety Tech

Traditionally A-Pillars create interfere with views during tight turns, a dangerous problem addressed in the patent, "Apparatuses and Methods for making an Object Appear Transparent." The technology uses mirrors to bend the image around the pillar. Read more here. This technology...

Are you going to watch the solar eclipse on August 21st? It's estimated that 7.5 million people throughout the United States will travel up to 60 miles to experience the event. This will definitely affect traffic for everyone, including truckers. Here are some useful tips.

• With many hotels, motels and campgrounds in the path of 100 percent eclipse totality booked for months, consider other nearby locations. A travel agent or online travel booking resource can help you locate a hotel with vacancy.
• “Pack your patience” and plan for congestion on roads, especially as you get closer to locations...

I am proud to announce the 2nd in our Simplesight™ wireless series. An innovative 3 channel system (two wired, one wireless), the RVS-355W is that's ideal for truck and trailer applications.

The base system includes a 7" LED monitor and waterproof heavy duty wireless backup camera. Up to two wired side cameras can be added to this system, making it both wired and wireless.

RVS-355W Simplesight™ Wireless Camera System

• 7" LED Digital Monitor with Suction Cup Mount
• Waterproof Backup Camera with Infra-Red Night Vision
• Two Wired inputs - Connect Up To...

I have good news and bad news. First the good news. According to a new report from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, about 91% of adults always use seat belts in the front seat. Now here's the bad news. Only 72% of adults use seat belts when they are in the back of a car.

"For most adults, it's still as safe to ride in the back seat as the front seat, but not if you aren't buckled up," says Jessica Jermakian, an IIHS senior research engineer and a co-author of the study. "That applies to riding in an Uber, Lyft or other hired vehicle, too."

Oh, it's Safer?

Why the drop? The most common...

We've all encountered it. You hear a car well before you see it. I've been woken up by the roar of a passing car more than once. Mustang is doing something about it. Say hello to good neighbor mode.

Good Neighbor Mode

Good neighbor mode is available on 2018 Mustang GT vehicles and enables operators to keep quite the sounds of the engine and also program quiet start-up times in advance. Also known as quiet start, Good neighbor mode is an industry-first.

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“Active valve performance exhaust gives Mustang owners the best of both worlds – that classic Mustang...

Rear View Safety continues to be on the cutting edge of vehicle safety technology. The Brooklyn based company, which celebrates their 10th anniversary this year, is proud to introduce the 360+ Bird’s Eye View System with lane changing cameras.

According to an estimate from the National Safety Council, as many as 40,000 people died in motor vehicle crashes last year. This is a 6% rise from 2015. Not only does the 360+ erase blind spots and assist with parking navigation on narrow roads (all other 360° systems only have these features), it is also equipped with two side cameras to help with lane...

A few days ago I saw the aftermath of a major accident right outside of Rear View Safety's main office in Brooklyn. A car hit a cyclist who was riding across Atlantic, a busy street.

There was a large crowd of people and emergency vehicles all around. I asked the crowd what had happened. The cyclist wasn't wearing a helmet and had run a red light and was struck by an SUV. I watched the paramedics place him on a stretcher and drive away. I read later that he died from the injuries.

Who Is To Blame?

The fault lies on the cyclist. He ran a light, and paid the ultimate price for it. However, the...

As older people continue driving for longer, it's becoming increasingly important that they stay safe on the roads well into old age. Fortunately, car technology is constantly improving, and there are now many features that can help older drivers stay safe on the roads and keep driving for longer.

Here's a look at some of the best features that can help to keep older drivers safer.

Lane Assist

Lane assist systems detect when the driver is moving out of their lane on the highway, and they then alert the driver by using a vibration or a light or sound.

They can be very useful on longer journeys when...

More and more large companies and lawmakers are taking distracted driving seriously. It's about time. According to NHTSA, distracted driving killed 3,477 people in 2015. A feature in Apple's iOS11 hopes to stop this trend.

The Do Not Disturb While Driving feature disables alerts when you're on the road. The feature pops up when the phone determines you're in a moving vehicle after you've used it once. You can dismiss the feature if you're just a passenger.

Your phone will auto reply to messages that you're driving. There is an option to over ride this feature in the case of an "urgent" message...

Summertime means it's time to get out on the water! New York recently opened new ferry routes between Manhattan and Brooklyn. As a person who lives in a somewhat inaccessible part of South Brooklyn, I will use this to travel to Manhattan and the beach. It's going to be a great summer! Will you be riding or driving a boat this summer? Here are some safety tips from Discover Boating.

Safe Boating Tips

• Check the weather - Always check weather conditions before setting sail. Notice dark clouds, changing winds or sudden drops in temperature? It's time to get off the water.
• Make and follow a pre-departure...

Memorial Day is a special day to honor and remember the brave men and women who died while serving in the US armed forces. When I was younger, every Memorial Day my family would drive to the Eskridge, KS cemetery to put flowers on my grandfathers' graves.

Now that I don't live in Kansas anymore, I take the time to call my parents and talk about the heroes we lost in our family.

Please use the day to honor those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Remember when Ford hired about 400 new mobile smartphone engineers a few months ago? They have been busy. Ford is adding Android Auto and Apply Carplay to model-year 2016 vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 infotainment software. There are a few ways you can update.

Ford SYNC 3 Update

1. Download the update over the air (OTA) with a Wi-Fi connected vehicle
2. Bring your car into a Ford dealership
3. Download the update to a USB and plug directly into car

For Carplay, users will still have to upgrade their vehicle's USB hub to make the update work properly. Visit Ford's owner support site to download the right...

This week Nissan announced the Signal Shield, a Faraday cage installed in a car's armrest. The Nissan Signal Shield blocks all WiFi, Bluetooth, and cellular signals and aims to deter distracted driving.

The idea is pretty simple. Place your phone in the compartment and close the lid before you start driving. The Signal Shield will block all messages until you open the compartment, at which point wireless connections will be restored. The concept of blocking electromagnetic waves was pioneered by English scientist Michael Faraday in the 1830s.

Opening the armrest restores all connectivity. This...

Now that it's nicer outside I can finally start riding my bike more. Though it's been a bit rainy here (April showers), yesterday it was perfect. I was riding to the supermarket when I saw a car accident.

Here's what happened. A cyclist ran into a car that was turning left at a stop sign. The cyclist had stopped for the stop sign (it was a four way stop) and had the right of way. They weren't seriously hurt, but a bit scraped up and definitely in shock. The driver of the car stopped and was very apologetic. The cyclist was very upset, but calmed down a bit when he realized the other driver was...

5. So far this year 5 children have lost their lives due to vehicular heatstroke. According to Kids and Cars, 39 children passed away from vehicular heatstroke in 2016. The average number of child fatalities from vehicular heatstroke per year since 1998 is 37. That’s one death every 9 days.

This is an epidemic, these are not isolated events.

I’m at a loss for words. This can happen to anyone. The only thing on my mind are my nieces and nephews, my friends’ children, and my future children. We can stop this.

Kids and Cars have announced April 26^th as National Child Vehicular Heatstroke Awareness...

It's here. It's finally here! Spring (arguably the best season) is here. The weather in New York is warm enough for me to ride my bike to work and the city is very much alive. The parks and playgrounds are full of children (and adults!) enjoying the great weather. Of course, more sun means more people outside. Check out these Spring safety tips while you enjoy the weather.

Spring Safety

Let's start with the basics. Wear your seat belt, don't drink and drive, drive defensively, put your cell phone away, and get plenty of rest before getting behind the wheel. You knew that already. It's good to...