Officials with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) is conducting a week-long campaign targeting aggressive drivers. But even then the fight is far from over. With the upcoming Memorial Day holiday weekend, drivers will hit the roadways and head out on weekend vacations. During this time,…
As we recently reported, text messaging drivers could soon be banned in the state of Florida. The decision not sits with Gov. Rick Scott. According to Florida Today, all the governor has to do is sign the measure that made it through this year’s legislative session. Similar measures have failed…
Florida’s sunny weather, beautiful beaches, and scenic highways make it a popular place for motorcycle enthusiasts. Unfortunately, it also makes it the most dangerous states in the country for motorcycle accidents. According to NBC News, the Florida Department of Transportation recognizes May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. During this time,…
Florida is an attractive retirement destination and many elderly people live within the state. Unfortunately, in Florida and in many other parts of the country, older people often have a hard time getting around. In fact, as Aging in Place Stuck Without Options points out, by 2015 there will be…
Recently, Mothers Against Drunk Driving targeted two campaigns at teenagers. The first was intended to keep kids safe at prom and was called Promoting Safe Behavior. The second was Alcohol Awareness Month, which took place in the month of April. Both of these events were intended to remind parents and…
Florida is on the verge of implementing its first distracted driving law — one of the last state’s in the nation to do so. It’s going to come down to the decision of Gov. Rick Scott, as the bill sits on his desk awaiting his signature. Florida is one of…
We’ve been talking about the safety of bicyclists for some time now, but the message just isn’t sinking in. Still, motorists are riding around like it’s their road and they own it. It’s time for bicyclists to step up and to fight back — with safer riding habits. But you…
Summer in Florida is a time when kids are out of school and when people take vacations and spend time outdoors. Unfortunately, the more time everyone is spending outside at parks and in neighborhoods, the greater the chances of a dog bite incident occurring. While dogs can be man’s best…
The nifty electronic gadgets in new vehicles might be limited in the future, if officials with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) get their way. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), officials want navigation devices, entertainment devices and communication devices all kept to a minimum to reduce…
It’s that time of year again, when we see bicyclists hitting the roads. Dan Moser, with the Florida Bicycle Association, reminds residents and visitors to the Sunshine State that the May is National Bike Month. During this time, motorists and bicyclists are asked to refocus on safety. According to BikeWalkLee,…