August is Traffic Safety Awareness Month
What is Traffic Safety Awareness Month? August is dedicated to helping drivers stay focused, alert, and safe on the road. From school zones and construction sites, to rainy days and distracted drivers. It only takes a moment for things to go sideways on the road. This month is a great reminder that every choice behind the wheel matters!
7 Key Ways to Practice Traffic Safety While Driving
- Eliminate Distractions: Put your phone down. No text, call, or song change is worth a crash.
- Use Your Signals: Blinkers are an important way to communicate with the other drivers on the road.
- Watch Your Speed: Driving over the speed limit will give you less time to react.
- Leave Space: Tailgating leads to accidents. Give the driver ahead of you space to stop suddenly.
- Check Blind Spots: Always double-check before changing lanes or making turns. Mirrors don’t show you everything.
- Double-Check Cross Walks: Check for pedestrians or bikes in the cross walks.
- Stay Patient: Leave early and give yourself extra time so that unexpected traffic will cause less frustration.
How Preventative Maintenance Supports Safe Driving
Car care can also play a big role in your ability to respond safely in traffic. Below are a six vehicle maintenance items that directly impact your safety on the road.
- ✅ Brake inspections: Your brakes are your most important safety feature. If they’re worn out or unresponsive, it can lead to serious accidents.
- ✅ Tire Maintenance: Good tread and proper pressure give you better traction, handling, and stopping power.
- ✅ Headlights and Taillights: Make sure all bulbs are working so you can see and be seen—especially in fog, rain, or nighttime driving.
- ✅ Wiper Blades and Washer Fluid: If you can’t see out your windshield in bad weather, you’re at risk.
- ✅ Fluid Checks: Keeping up with power steering and brake fluid helps you stay in control during unexpected situations.
- ✅ Battery Health: A dead battery in the wrong place or time (like a busy intersection) is not only inconvenient—it can be dangerous.
Even if your car seems to be running fine, regular maintenance can help spot things before they turn into a major repair.
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A vehicle inspection can go a long way in helping you pare for traffic safety. Our team will check your tires, brakes, fluids, battery, lights, and more — so you can head out with peace of mind. Just mention the August Special when you come in for your service. Offer Code: 08252418.
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