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The deadly force of fatigue
Fatigue is attributed as the cause of more than 100,000 car accidents each year in North America.
Adjust your "comfort zone" before you drive
Guess what! All those levers, knobs and rotating bits in your car are there for a reason — your comfort and safety. Here are five essential adjustments for you to fine tune your car’s comfort zone.
Be good to your back: dos and don’ts in the driver’s seat
Slouching; struggling against the seat belt; twisting or turning to ease stiffness – all these behaviours are not only distracting, they can lead to more serious health issues such as chronic back pain and pinched nerves.
Driving in rain or water can cause hydroplaning. Take your foot off the gas. Turn the wheel to where you want to go. Do not hit the brakes.
