Staying safe on the road isn’t just about knowing the rules—it’s also about taking care of yourself. A well-rested, focused driver is a safer driver. Here are four simple habits that can help you stay sharp behind the wheel. 1. Get a Good Night’s Rest 😴 Driving...
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Tips To Help You Drive Safely In Fog
Some people like rain, others prefer snow, but nobody likes fog, especially driving in it. It takes a special mix of ingredients for fog to develop—conditions which are common in fall—first, there has to be enough water vapour in the air. When the ground cools, as in...
Get a Grip: The Importance of Tires for Vehicle Safety.
Tires are one of the most important parts of your car if not the most important. Tires are the only thing that stay in contact with the ground while driving. They are the medium through which your car translates power from the engine for acceleration, braking forces...
Road Rage in Canada: Staying Safe Around Reckless Drivers
When you think of road rage, you might think of extreme videos of deranged people attacking other drivers on the road; but there’s a lot more to it than that. Anger behind the wheel manifests itself in many ways; and far more frequently as small, impulsive and...
Summer Road Safety Tips For Drivers With Kids At Home
During the summer, the temperature inside a closed vehicle can be lethal. If it’s 32°C outside, the temperature inside a car can go from 26-55°C in less than 15 minutes. To put this into perspective, the hottest day on record in Canada was 45°C. Extreme summer heat...
Emergency Preparedness Behind the Wheel
Anything can happen when you’re on the road during any time of year. That’s why it’s important to be prepared! Whether it’s a flat tire, inclement weather or a medical emergency, there are several items you should keep in your car in case of any unexpected...
Everyone should have these essentials in their emergency car kit!
Good day DriveWise Nation and welcome to the warmer weather! It’s been a long time coming and if you’re anything like us you’re more than excited for the summer ahead. We wanted to remind you that even though the winter is behind us it is still very important that...
Ramp Safety Fact Sheet
Fuel trucks invariably have a high centre of gravity and are prone to rollover Always check mirrors before slowing To control the inertia and centrifugal forces speed must be slowed to a safe speed for that particular ramp Safe speed varies, depending on ramp...
Road Safety Tip: Remember to do a Circle Check
It's essential to remember to perform a circle check before starting your journey. A circle check, also known as a pre-trip inspection, involves visually inspecting your vehicle to ensure it is in proper working condition. Circle check is one of the best ways to...
Protecting Vulnerable Road Users
The term vulnerable road user has become quite common in the last few years, but how is one defined? According to Transport Canada Road Safety in Canada report, a vulnerable road user is one whom "is vulnerable by virtue of their lack of protection if struck by a...
Winter has arrived
Being in Canada, we are no strangers to the cold and inclement winter driving conditions. The first major snow fall of the year has hit the Barrie area (our head office/hometown) with snow squall warnings in effect across the Simcoe Region. To many students' chagrin...