Question:

Fall is upon us!  Do we have to drive differently in the fall?

Answer:

Yes, we do!!  Here are some easy safety concepts to keep in mind when on the roads this fall that will help you stay safe and to help you avoid a crash!

There will be rain, and lots of it!  Rain reduces your visibility and increases your stopping distance so to protect yourself, be sure to increase the gap between you and the car in front of you.  Instead of using the 2 second rule, increase your gap to 3 – 4 seconds.  It will take your vehicle longer to stop on wet roads so increasing your gap gives you the extra space and time you need to stop safely.

1. Start slowing down sooner!  When approaching stop...
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