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Welcome to Traffic Stop
Welcome to Traffic Stop, I DRIVE SAFELY's quarterly newsletter. Have you ever wondered what new driving safety laws were passed in your state, or how to squeeze those extra miles from the same old car, or what is happening in the world of driving? Traffic Stop is your resource for highlights on new regional traffic laws...read more
Featured Articles
To many Americans, summer means road trips. It's time to pile your family or friends into the car and make some memories. Plenty of adventure will come your way, but it's important to plan ahead to make sure your trip is safe and successful...read more
If you're planning to renew your Texas Driver License anytime soon, you may be asked to give your thumbprint - again. The Texas Department of Public Safety has been requiring thumbprints from Texans before they can obtain a driver license since 1967... read more
People have been designing solar-powered cars for decades, and they only get more exciting. Someday the solar powered car will become more than just a science experiment and will make its way onto our roads. A solar vehicle has solar panels on the surface of its vehicle and Photovoltaic (PV) cells that convert the sun's energy directly into electrical energy...read more
She's spunky, young, and she competes with the best drivers out there. Danica Patrick may be only 5-foot-1 and 100 pounds, but she was the first woman to ever hold the lead in the Indianapolis 500 (and the fourth woman to ever compete in that race)... read more
Factoid
You could be wasting time and money if you are not checking the automobile recalls and technical service bulletins. You could also be missing out on important safety information. The 2006 Audi A3 has a recall notice for "Air Bags Side / Window" and the 2006 Honda Accord has a recall notice for "Exterior Lighting." If your car has a recall notice, you could be eligible for free repairs. Weekly recalls are reported on edmunds.com
Maintenance Tip
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Do yourself a favor and save some room in your trunk for the following items. They could turn a potential trip-wrecker into nothing more than an unexpected pit stop:
Screwdrivers and wrenches
Jumper cables
A jack and tire iron
A can of "Fix-a-Flat"
Water for both the radiator and yourself
Emergency flares and reflectors
Gloves
Blanket and towel
Flashlight
source - CBS News
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