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Watch Driver Go to Extreme Lengths to Avoid Traffic

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:45:05 +0000

Driving in Russia is clearly not for the faint of heart. This video making the rounds on the internet features a motorist taking a rather clever, albeit dangerous, approach to snaking around traffic on the highway. We’re not sure why the driver was in such a rush, but we have a hunch he or she [...]

Could the Dangers of Driving and Using a Cell Phone Be a Bunch of Baloney? — Health Check

Shauna Wright — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:00:27 +0000

In recent years, study after study has raised the alarm about the dangers of talking on the phone while driving, with some saying you could be four times as likely to have a crash if you’re using a phone behind the wheel.

But new research indicates it may have been much ado about nothing.

Flo Rida Isn't Facing Any Jail Time for DUI

Scott Shetler — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 19:30:44 +0000

Flo Rida has managed to avoid jail time for his Miami Beach DUI arrest in June. TMZ says the ‘Good Feeling‘ star has struck a deal with prosecutors that will keep him out of the slammer.

Too Many Drivers Eat, Text, Watch Videos and More Behind the Wheel — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:08:25 +0000

Buckle your seat belts, folks. According to Harris Poll chairman Humphrey Taylor regarding a new survey, “The number of drivers who engage in potentially dangerous, in some cases extremely dangerous, behaviors while driving is terrifyingly high.” The poll of 2,800 adults found that 86 percent of drivers have eaten or drank when behind the wheel, [...]

Driving May Contribute To Cancer

Brad Striker — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 00:10:12 +0000

It's the summer yes, but maybe we shouldn't be taking that summer cruise with the windows down.

Most people like to take that summer cruise every so often but according to yourlife a new study suggests that skin cancer could be around the corner even while driving.

Another Reason You Shouldn't Text And Drive [VIDEO]

Dave Steel — Tue, 31 May 2011 17:53:40 +0000

As if you needed another reason, check out this video that was posted by Sean Symons on YouTube filming someone in front of him texting while driving. Now I'm not sure, but I'm thinking it's probably not real safe to be filming someone texting while driving while you're driving, but regardless, tell your kids, tell your wife, tell everyone that it's still not safe to text and drive (as well as not legal).

DriveCam Proves Much (Video)

Chris Reed — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 00:57:52 +0000

This video is a MUST watch for all young drivers. This makes you realize just how important it is to pay attention to detail while behind the wheel. The video will certainly make you want to eliminate all distractions next time you get behind the wheel.