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Safe Driving Tips When Renting a Vehicle
If you are renting a vehicle, you are likely on vacation or at least need a vehicle other than yours for some purpose. The following tips will help make sure you are prepared in advance for factors that could put you at greater risk of an incident.
Get familiar with the rental vehicle’s features.
Likely, the rental vehicle will not be the make and model of your vehicle. This means that the location of controls for basic functions may not be in the exact location you are used to. Controls for temperature, defogging, headlights, and hazard lights can be needed abruptly. Taking your eyes off the wheel for a moment to find such controls while driving can lead to serious risks. This is especially true if you rent a moving truck or tow a vehicle.
Set anything that needs to be adjusted before driving.
Adjust the side mirrors and the rearview mirror as needed. Adjust the driver's seat and headrest. Next, take a moment to look around to look for potential blind spots.
Know where you are going.
We all know what it feels like to get lost while driving. It also takes extra focus to be looking for landmarks or street signs along your way. If you are planning a trip to an unfamiliar location, make sure you have looked at the route in advance to have a general idea of what you need to do. Many who rely on a navigation system are still prone to making a mistake because they are unfamiliar with the route taken.
At NHSA, we want to help all drivers to be safe drivers. Our online driver's ed courses are designed for the needs of any driver. Teen drivers can get ready to qualify for their learner's permit or enroll in a parent taught driving course. Experienced drivers can take basic driver safety classes to remove points from their driver's license or to reduce auto insurance rates. We are here to help!
Best Online Drivers Ed Resources for Florida Residents
Each new year brings more new drivers to the state of Florida. Some are teen drivers looking to dive into their newfound independence. Others are new Florida residents who either move from out of state or even from other countries. Having the proper tools to help prepare you to be a successful defensive driver is incredibly valuable. Below are highly rated online drivers ed resources that assist new drivers to gain confidence and competence. Additional driving courses included in this article will help to qualify for auto insurance discounts or to help remove points or fines drivers may receive from moving violations or infractions.
Teen driver safety. We likely remember the excitement of getting behind the wheel for the first time. We likely took a picture when we bought our first car. But do we remember the butterflies in our stomach when taking the driver’s ed test for the permit? Or the anxiety of taking the road test? Nobody wants to fail or have to take such driving tests twice! In addition, young drivers are associated with greater driving risks. This FREE online practice test will help drivers become more confident and familiar with the knowledge that one must obtain to be a safe driver. First-time drivers can take the practice test over and over at no cost!
Reduce points or insurance rate increases. Life today is complex and full of distractions. Many have limited time and always seem to be in a rush. If we are not careful, we can develop unsafe driving habits that may put others or ourselves at risk. If we are cited for a moving violation, we can incur points on our driving record which can lead to auto insurance rate increases. This FREE online driver education course can help to remove the points from your license associated with the infraction, and help prevent your insurance rates from increasing. In addition, if you have been cited for using your phone while driving, this Wireless Communications Device Safety course can also dismiss points from your driver’s license.
Senior citizen driver safety. As we age, we can deal with circumstances that affect driver safety. This report done recently by the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) is a sobering reminder that refresher training and ongoing driver education is vital for safe driving. Mature drivers over the age of 55 will benefit from this mature driving safety course. It is educational and can help to reduce the cost of your auto insurance premiums!
See what online driver safety courses are available in your state.
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5 Ways to Reduce Car Insurance in Florida 2022
- Do research. Insurance rates are determined by a variety of factors. Some involve the vehicle itself. The replacement cost as well as the vehicle's features will affect the rate. The same vehicle, if leased, will tend to be more costly to insure than if it is being financed or if you own it outright. In addition, the individual safety features of the vehicle, such as anti-theft devices, collision warning and blind spot detection, anti-lock brakes, airbags, and lane-keep and lane-departure warnings may affect insurance.
- Shop around. Simply accepting the first rate you are offered doesn’t always mean it is the best rate. Some websites allow you to compare rates side by side. This can be a very effective tool. If you choose to call a company directly to get a rate, let them know you are shopping around! Ask the agent directly if there are additional discounts available to you.
- Consider changing your deductible. Simply put, the higher the deductible, the lower the risk to the insurance company. If you are confident that you are a safe driver, and the potential higher initial out of pocket costs won’t overly affect you, see the difference in raising the deductible. When comparing the difference in rates, calculate the “break-even point.” This can be calculated by dividing the difference in deductible by the difference in monthly payment to determine how many months it will take you to start saving.
- Multipolicy benefits. It is very common for insurance companies to give benefits when you purchase a variety of policies from them. Choosing to bundle home, life, and auto is worth looking in to.
- Maintain a good personal driving record. A safe and clean driving record is an essential way to reduce insurance costs. Moving violations or vehicular incidents have a direct impact on insurance rates. If you have any points on your record, or if you want to show you are a safe driver, consider taking a safe driving course to reduce points incurred from using your phone while driving or a basic driver improvement course approved by your insurance company that can help remove points or traffic tickets from your driving record. Discounts for senior drivers who take online driver safety classes are available. Online driving classes are a great way to act quickly and work at your own pace!
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Whether you are traveling by car, truck, RV, motorcycle, or bicycle, road assistance services can help you out. They can even come to your aid when you’re out on the water by providing boating assistance. But road assistance services go far beyond that. In fact, they can help you out even when you’re not behind the wheel. Depending on the service you sign up for, you can get benefits that extend to identity protection, purchasing a car, and giving you a discount on your dinner tonight.
When you’re on a road trip, the question always arises: What are we going to eat? What if you changed that around and took a road trip just to eat? What if your road trip took you to the tastiest bites and also to explore culture and history? A culinary road trip tour gives you that unique sense of place. After all, one of the best ways to experience a culture is through its food. Which are the most popular foodie road trips in the United States? Let’s take a look at the four of the most delicious foodie road trips.
Perhaps this one phrase will be enough to motivate you: the world’s largest trees. Yes, it’s worth the drive or flight out to Sequoia National Park to see these colossal giants that are a silent testimony to centuries—and even millennia—of national history.
It stands tall in the northwest corner of Montana. It’s been called the backbone of the world. It straddles the Rocky Mountains and is a place where two sides of the continent meet. And don’t be scared by its cold name, you can find ways to stay warm while you visit! The one million acres, or 1,583 square miles, of The Glacier National Park are made up of mostly untamed and breathtaking wilderness. Beautiful all year round, you can bike on the Going-to-the Sun-Road, drink in the fall foliage, or venture out for cross-country skiing.
Arizona has many claims to fame, but it’s mainly known for the breathtaking Grand Canyon National Park. It runs 277 miles along the Colorado River and stretches down a full mile deep. The unbelievable beauty and dramatic scenery of this park attract worldwide attention. Bands of rock in varying colors create a stunning landscape of beauty. Many have found it beyond words to describe and even difficult to capture in photos. The seemingly unending views make it one of the 7 natural wonders of the world. It’s not surprising that more than 6 million people visit the park every year. Why should you visit the Grand Canyon National Park? Here we list our top reasons why you should not miss out on this spectacle.
From Virginia to Los Angeles, the southern USA has an abundance of gorgeous scenery and diverse cultural experiences. Explore big cities and admire ghost towns from the past. Get away from it all by visiting barren deserts or lush forests. If you have plenty of time and a desire to see it all, you can try to make the entire coast-to-coast trip in one go. If you’d like to take a more leisurely pace for your adventures, you can break your trip down into separate areas and then explore the south in several shorter trips. Where should you go? We’ve outlined some of the hottest spots to visit throughout the southern USA.
You and your family are over the moon about the first road trip in your motorhome. But you’re worried about staying safe in the campground. You’ve heard rumors of wild animals, theft and campfires gone wrong. How can you stay safe in a motorhome campground? In this article, we cover six areas of campground safety and how you can avoid potential dangers.
