driver safety
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News Road Safety Resources & Links Safety Guides- September 18, 2015 72
With the right information, both pedestrians and drivers can learn to be safer while navigating busy city streets. If you’ve ever wondered what you can do to help, here are some practical ideas you can implement today.
For Pedestrians
When you’re out walking, choose routes that are well-lit and established. For example, if you have the option to walk through a park that’s well-lit and safe, do so. If you have the option to walk down a well-lit street sidewalk, opt for this over walking through a dark alley. It won’t guarantee your safety, but well-lit areas tend to be safer, and they also tend...
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News- November 17, 2014 60
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -This weekend, teens put their driving skills to the test at Bridgestone's Teens Drive Smart event.
Crews set up a safety course along Opryland Drive, which featured two defensive driving lots and even a distracted driving course.
"We got to drive BMWs and learned how to maintain control around slick curves at high speeds," teen driver Melissa Bohrman said.
"For the distracted driving course, we drove around in golf carts and attempted to text several words without hitting any cones, it was hard and showed just how dangerous texting while driving can be," she explained....
