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fromRaptors Republic
1 hour ago

Raptors finding value in slowing down, navigating speed paradox

I personally learned that lesson right after buying my first car. Before you ask, it was nothing serious - the only injury suffered was to my ego. I had hardly driven since getting my licence, so a midnight cruise after bringing the car home felt right. The longer I drove around the empty neighbourhood streets, the more comfortable (overconfident) I felt, and the more pressure my foot applied on the accelerator.
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Travel
fromBusiness Insider
2 hours ago

I was born and raised in Scotland. First-time visitors to the Scottish Highlands always make these 5 mistakes.

Pack insect repellent and drive cautiously when visiting the Scottish Highlands, which offer mountains, lochs, forests, castles, and distilleries.
#dense-fog-advisory
#dense-fog
Cars
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

"Why Don't They Tell Us This In Driving School?": This Guy's Viral Driving Tip Could Save Your Life

Specific, rarely taught driving techniques for surviving a runaway vehicle can prevent fatalities; learning and applying these life-saving steps can save lives.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

First snowfall of the season expected to hit the GTA: Environment Canada | CBC News

Greater Toronto Area to receive first snow Sunday with 2–10 cm expected; drivers should install winter tires and prepare for difficult driving conditions.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

L.A. hates driving in the rain. How to survive your commute during this week's storms

Heavy October rain threatens Southern California with flooding and mudslides; avoid flooded streets, slow down, use headlights, increase following distances, and check tires.
Cars
fromInsideHook
4 months ago

Honda Is Getting Into the Automotive Insurance Business

Honda has launched Honda Insurance Solutions, offering both automotive and home insurance without monitoring driving behavior.
fromFort Worth Star-Telegram
4 months ago

Former SMU Star Rashee Rice reaches a plea deal related to 2024 car crash

Rice pleaded guilty to two third-degree felony charges and will spend 30 days in jail, receive five years of deferred probation and was forced to pay restitution totaling $115,481.91.
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California
fromwww.ocregister.com
4 months ago

California tragedy highlights how rare and serious teen driving lesson crashes can be

Teen driving accidents, though rare for permit holders, underscore the need for careful education and practice in driver training.
Mindfulness
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago

If You Live With ADHD, You Might Struggle With This Common Driving Issue

Distracted driving increases the risk of accidents; awareness of mental state before driving is crucial.
SF parents
fromSFGATE
5 months ago

'Unimaginable sorrow': Calif. dad dies during driving lesson with his daughter

A father tragically died in a crash while teaching his daughter to drive, highlighting the risks associated with learning to drive.
Relationships
fromNew York Post
6 months ago

Dear Abby: My sister may have dementia - should I take her keys?

Addressing a loved one's declining health and driving ability requires direct communication and proactive measures to ensure safety.
San Francisco
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
6 months ago

Wind advisory affecting Delta until Monday evening

A wind advisory is in effect for multiple Sacramento Valley areas, predicting gusty winds that could cause power outages and complications for drivers.
Digital life
fromNew York Post
6 months ago

Gen Z drivers most likely to get into heated arguments in the car, most likely to use phones while driving

Gen Z's distracted driving habits reveal a troubling trend despite tech-savvy behavior.
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San Francisco
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
7 months ago

Dense fog advisory active for Bay Area Shorelines until Monday morning visibility down to 1/4 mile

Dense fog advisory issued for San Francisco and Monterey Bay warns of severe visibility issues affecting driving safety.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
7 months ago

Rail minister admits using phone while driving vintage bus

Lord Hendy admitted to texting while driving a vintage bus, recognizing this as a serious error of judgment.
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