Michigan Cell Phone Law 2025: What You Need To Know
April 23, 2025
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 […]
Michigan Texting and Driving Law 2025: What You Need To Know
April 16, 2025
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 […]
Distracted Driving Statistics Nationally and For Michigan: What You Need To Know
April 10, 2025
The distracted driving car accident statistics show that between 2018 and 2022 auto accidents involving distracted drivers dropped 30.5 % in the U.S. In Michigan, between 2019 and 2023, distracted driver crashes dropped 16.4%. Distracted driving is defined as any activity that diverts a driver’s attention from watching the road and driving safely. The distracted […]
Consequences Of Distracted Driving In Michigan Explained
April 9, 2025
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 the distracted driver’s driving record; and (5) being ordered to complete a “basic driver improvement course.” The distracted driving laws in Michigan prohibit all […]
Distracted Driving vs Drunk Driving: Punishment Is Unequal
April 8, 2025
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, […]
3 Types Of Distracted Driving: Visual, Cognitive And Manual
April 7, 2025
The 3 types of distracted driving scenarios (visual, cognitive & manual) can set the stage for dangerous and/or potentially deadly driving situations
Michigan Distracted Driving Laws 2025: Here’s What To Know
April 4, 2025
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 […]
National Distracted Driving Awareness Month: April 2025
April 1, 2025
April 2025 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. […]
Dangers Of Distracted Driving Explained
June 29, 2022
The dangers of distracted driving put distracted drivers and everyone else on the road at risk of being injured or killed. Because distraction takes a driver’s attention and mind off the road, distracted drivers are drastically more likely to cause a serious car accident. Studies show distracted driving can be as dangerous as drunk driving. […]
Distracted Driving FAQs: Here’s What To Know
April 19, 2022
Distracted driving includes anything that takes away a driver’s focus and attention from the road. Distractions most often today involve drivers using a cell phone, whether that involves texting, talking, streaming, or even using apps while driving. It is a widespread danger that is unfortunately getting worse every year. Car crashes where the driver’s focus […]
Texting and Driving Statistics: Here’s What To Know
July 6, 2021
Texting and driving statistics show that a driver who engages in this behavior is 23 times more likely to be in a crash. The data shows that this is also more dangerous than drinking and driving and even though 94% of drivers think it is “extremely dangerous,” more than one-third still will text and drive […]
Stick Shift vs Automatic Transmissions: Which One Is Better?
August 15, 2019
We cover the main points of contention in the stick shift vs. automatic transmission debate and let you decide what’s best for you and your family.