Category: Auto Safety

April 22, 2024

The Michigan yield laws set forth the circumstances in which drivers in Michigan must yield the right of way: (1) when traveling through intersections, (2) when making left turns, (3) when pedestrians and bicyclists are in a crosswalk, (4) when merging onto the highway, and (5) when encountering an emergency vehicle. When people know, understand …

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April 9, 2024

The distracted driving car accident statistics show that between 2018 and 2022 auto accidents involving distracted drivers have dropped 30.5 % in the U.S. and 18.4% in Michigan. Distracted driving is defined as any activity that diverts a driver’s attention from watching the road and driving safely. The distracted driving car accident statistics for both …

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April 8, 2024

The 3 types of distracted driving scenarios (visual, cognitive & manual) can set the stage for dangerous and/or potentially deadly driving situations

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April 5, 2024

Why is the punishment for distracted driving vs drunk driving so different, despite both posing very similar risks of causing a car accident? The science shows that texting drivers are 23 times more likely to be involved in a car crash, and drunk drivers are 4 to 23 times more likely. Yet today drunk drivers face jail, …

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April 4, 2024

The consequences of distracted driving in Michigan may include: (1) being responsible for a civil infraction; (2) paying fines; (3) being ordered to do community service; (4) having points put on your driving record; and (5) being ordered to complete a “basic driver improvement course.” The distracted driving laws in Michigan prohibit all drivers from …

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April 3, 2024

The Michigan texting and driving law is intended to stop drivers from using a hand-held cell phone or mobile electronic device to text, make calls, watch videos, or go on social media while they’re behind the wheel. Penalties include fines, community service, driving school and points on their license. The law does allow drivers to …

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April 2, 2024

Michigan’s distracted driving laws make it illegal to use a hand-held cell phone or mobile electronic device to text, talk on the phone, watch videos or go on social media while you’re driving. Penalties include fines, community service, and points on your license. The law includes a “hands-free” exception. The penalties for violating the Michigan …

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April 1, 2024

April 2024 is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. It’s an important reminder for us to use this time to save lives and prevent car accidents. Distracted driving is as dangerous as drunk driving. It poses serious dangers for all drivers, but especially teen drivers. The need for a national distracted driving awareness month is vital. …

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March 18, 2024

The Michigan cell phone law prohibits all drivers from using a hand-held cell phone to text, talk on the phone, watch videos, and go on social media while they are driving. However, there is an exception for phones that are used in “hands-free” mode. Violators face fines, community service, and points. The law will make …

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