This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Cruising down the road on a long trip far from home is one of the worst moments to have car trouble. Breaking down on the highway can be dangerous, and even if you pull over safely and without issue, you must find a mechanic, call a tow truck, …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Car sickness is a type of motion sickness, and it’s prevalent. One in three people gets it at some point in their lives, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it’s more common in children ages 2-12. Some people feel it regularly, but others only …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Family road trips are one of the most fun things you can do as a family, but even the best trip can go south if your car breaks down while you’re on the road. If you ever break down in an unfamiliar city, you’ll be relieved to have …
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This post was originally published on www.progressive.com A driver speeding to the hospital with an injured person or pregnant woman in the car is a typical movie scene. It makes for great dramatics on the screen, but in real life, speeding isn’t legal in an emergency, and there’s no such thing as an “emergency speed …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Sharing the road with others requires clear communication, staying calm, and obeying the rules of the road. Shared expectations and responsibilities allow cars to pass each other safely. Signal twice when passing a car. Your first signal should be before you move into the passing lane and the …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Seeing the road ahead is critical for safety. Unfortunately, poor headlight etiquette, like not knowing when to turn on high beams, can make it more difficult for you and others to see the road. Generally, a car’s high beams are useful for very dark roads with little traffic …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com It’s a sound everyone dreads — that ear-piercing shriek that sometimes happens when you press your brake pedal. Not only is it annoying, but it can also be a sign of a bigger problem. What are some of the common causes of noisy brakes? Let’s look at the …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com You wake up early, get ready for work, grab your coffee on the way out the door, and head outside to your car — only to discover that the battery is dead. Sure, knowing how to jump-start your car battery can likely get you back on your way, …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Traffic laws in the U.S. say that bicycles are considered vehicles with the same rights and responsibilities as other vehicles in most cases. Unless specified otherwise, bicyclists usually have a right to be on the road and an obligation to follow the same common traffic laws regarding stopping, …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Today, drivers increasingly use their cell phones in the car. While we recommend avoiding using your phone while driving, we recognize that it may sometimes be unavoidable. If you must use your cell phone while driving, here are some cell phone safety tips to follow. Safety tips for …
