Category: lane markings

Aug 03 2015 August 3, 2015 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

When a crash hits close to home…

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One of the things I enjoy about heading up to the cottage for a vacation each year is the actual drive itself. Spending five hours behind the wheel with family creates good conversation and a relaxing time for me. Time at the cottage is very relaxing as well and we can’t wait to get there,…

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Jul 14 2015 July 14, 2015 July 14, 2015 2Comments by safedriver

Hips don’t lie…and neither do wheels

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I try to live my life in a proactive manner. You know, buying things before I need them, preparing for the worst before the worst happens. I do my best, but sometimes that doesn’t always happen. I take driving the same way. Why wait until the last moment to do something you know you should…

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Jun 25 2014 June 25, 2014 April 6, 2021 NoComment by safedriver

What are bike boxes and how do they affect you?

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Changes to our driving community often arise based on issues raised by multiples of people. For many years bike safety has been a concern to many and as a cyclist myself and as a parent of 4 kids who cycle a lot, I can fully understand just how scary it can sometimes be while riding…

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Nov 21 2013 November 21, 2013 March 5, 2017 NoComment by Scott Marshall

Is there value in “buses only” lanes?

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I’m a big supporter of my community and saving our environment. I will walk or ride my bike when I can and I also plan my trips so I can avoid wasting fuel, time and money. I look for ways to do that every day. However, when I see a waste that also affects many…

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Jun 22 2013 June 22, 2013 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

Drivers need to use logic and common sense…

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Logic, common sense, practicality, judgement, reasoning… these words to me describes what a driver needs to make good choices behind the wheel. For the most part, drivers tend to have most of these…most of the time. How often do you use good logic while driving compared to lack of common sense? Think about it, the…

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Mar 16 2013 March 16, 2013 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

What is lane splitting, besides dangerous?

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Take a look around; our communities are growing quickly and we can’t seem to stop it. With more people driving, our roads are becoming increasingly busy as well. Stop and go traffic is a common occurrence that many people are trying to bypass. Leaving early is a good way to reach your destination on time,…

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Dec 04 2012 December 4, 2012 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

For drivers, what IS considered normal?

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One of the common questions I’ve been asked by students I’m teaching at Young Drivers of Canada is “What is normal?” It seems to be a simple question, doesn’t it? I’ve answered it as ‘the same as always’ or ‘routine’. How often is something referred to as being normal compared to not normal? Do you…

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Nov 15 2012 November 15, 2012 March 5, 2017 NoComment by safedriver

Do you know where your car is?

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Do you know where your car is? If I made you look out onto your driveway, that’s not exactly what I meant. I will see drivers hit objects on the road, including driving through the centre of a pothole or hitting poles at the local drive-thru. Why couldn’t they avoid that object or pothole? I’ve…

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