This post was originally published on www.progressive.com For kids and adults alike, one of the highlights of the fall season is Halloween. Children, of course, love getting dressed up in a fun costume, going trick-or-treating, and collecting (and eating) lots of tasty treats. Adults love to get in on the fun, too, with elaborate lawn …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com According to the National Safety Council (NSC), the most dangerous time of day to be driving is rush hour between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. The most common time for car accidents is at night in the warm, summer months. The NSC reports that there were about 13,200,000 …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Defensive driving is a set of safe responses to potential hazards, including other drivers, damaged road surfaces, debris, inclement weather, and more. Getting behind the wheel isn’t risk-free, and employing defensive driving techniques can help keep you and other drivers safe. What are the benefits of being a …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com As the calendar turns and the seasons change, it’s essential to adapt your driving behavior. Fall driving safety should be at the top of your mind when you get behind the wheel once summer ends. Some of the most common fall driving tips include: Avoid collisions with deer …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com When you’re driving and finally reach your destination, it’s natural to let your guard down — but keeping safe in a parking lot or parking garage is critical. We’ve compiled some parking lot safety tips to help you, your passengers, your car, and your belongings stay safe when …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Whether you do it every day or only once in a while, it’s important to know how to drive in snow and cold weather. While cold-weather driving presents several challenges, driving in snow may be the most significant one. When drivers have to contend with snow and ice, …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com While other weather patterns like rain and snow come immediately to mind as driving challenges, driving in fog is one of the riskiest and most difficult challenges drivers face. According to The Weather Channel, fog occurs mainly in the early morning and in cool, wet weather, and it …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Modern roundabouts have been popular in Europe for decades. However, they’ve become more popular in America since the 1990s and have taken some time to catch on. If you’re unfamiliar with how to drive in a roundabout, learning about what they are, why municipalities use roundabouts, and the …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Every car has a series of different lights on its dashboard, but deciphering the meaning of these symbols can feel impossible. Many of the lights are just indicators for various systems in your vehicle, but some like the check engine light or the battery light can indicate serious …
This post was originally published on www.progressive.com Your car’s check engine light is a catch-all for potentially serious mechanical problems. It can be hard to determine exactly what it means, and it often requires a mechanic’s diagnostic tool to decipher. Your local auto parts store can may be able to perform a diagnostic check for …
