Ensuring Child Safety in Vehicles: The Essentials The Vulnerability of Young Passengers Children are not miniature adults. Their skeletal structures are not fully developed, making them more vulnerable to crash forces. Their bones are softer and less supportive, which means impacts can cause more severe injuries than they would in an adult. Therefore, children need …

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Securing Loose Objects: A Crucial Safety Measure The Hidden Dangers of Loose Objects In the event of a sudden stop or collision, any unsecured objects in your vehicle can become dangerous projectiles. When your vehicle decelerates abruptly, these objects continue moving at the same speed until they collide with something else—potentially causing serious injuries. The …

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Defensive Driving Rule #65: Don’t Ride in Pick-Up Truck Beds The Bed of a Pick-Up Truck: Not for Passengers or Pets  The Danger of Riding in the Bed The bed of a pick-up truck is designed for transporting cargo, not people or pets. Allowing passengers or animals to ride in the back of your truck …

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The Critical Importance of Protecting Your Brain The Unique Vulnerability of the BrainUnlike other parts of the human body, the brain does not heal quickly, if at all, when injured. Forty to fifty percent of brain injuries occur in vehicular accidents, and even minor injuries can have long-term, life-altering effects. For children, 20% of head …

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The Importance of Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Air bags, technically known as Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS), are designed to work alongside seat belts to prevent serious injuries during a crash. Understanding the mechanics and functions of these systems can significantly enhance their effectiveness in protecting vehicle occupants. The Three Collisions in a Crash In any …

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 Why Controlled-Access Highways Are Safer   Controlled-access highways, often referred to as Interstates, freeways, or expressways, are designed to provide safer and more efficient travel by minimizing potential conflicts. The key elements that contribute to the safety and speed of travel on these highways include: Common Direction: All vehicles travel in the same direction, reducing …

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Stopping on a controlled access highway, such as a freeway or expressway, poses significant dangers and should be avoided unless absolutely necessary. Here are some key points to consider for your safety and the safety of others on the road:   Reasons to Avoid Stopping on the Freeway Visibility Issues:    – Many drivers do not …

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When faced with the choice between a controlled access roadway (such as a freeway or expressway) and a city boulevard, opting for the controlled access road is generally safer. Freeways lack intersections and typically have traffic moving at similar speeds, reducing the potential for collisions. However, the question arises: what’s the best lane to use …

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This is a simple rule, but it is one that many drivers don’t think about. When you are driving down a city street and see a pedestrian crossing the roadway ahead of you, you know you must yield to them; but what about the pedestrians that you cannot see? If you are approaching a crosswalk …

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This rule is about visibility in heavier traffic situations and collision prevention. You cannot assume the other guy is paying attention — sometimes he’s not — and you cannot assume you will be readily visible. Many factors can prevent the other driver from having a clear view and keep him from recognizing your presence. Take …

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