Tips for Drivers

Large trucks can be dangerous neighbors on the road on a sunny day. Add snow, ice, and other winter conditions, and the potential for a serious accident jumps 34 percent, according to the Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society. Truckers already have several challenges to contend with due to the…

If you are like many Michigan residents, money is tight and it seems like it’s only getting tighter. As you balance your expenses at the end of the month, your auto insurance bill might stick out as one place to trim costs by eliminated add-on policies. But doing so could…

After a serious auto accident it can be difficult to get out and stay connected with friends. Many people turn to social media for support and a social connection. But if you aren’t careful, your social media posts may be killing your auto accident case. Social media accounts like Facebook…

Western Michigan is known for its lake effect snow. But even veteran winter drivers had a tough time making it home safely last Tuesday when icy roads and blowing snow shut down stretches of I-196. When winter kicks into full swing, have a plan to stay safe. The weather has…

Members of the “sandwich generation” are increasingly having to make tough decisions about their parents’ independence, abilities, and care. At some point, those choices may include taking away a parent’s driver’s license. But how soon should that happen? When is a person too old to drive? A recent fatal accident…

November saw Metro Detroit plummet from 60 degrees and sunny to 30 degrees and snowy in less than a week. Now that the snow has arrived, get around safely using these five top tips for winter driving. 1. Check Your Tire Pressure Cold air contracts, even the highly pressurized air…

The Michigan legislature recently approved a bill that would allow drivers to provide electronic proof of insurance at a traffic stop. The law would make it easier for drivers to stay up to date and avoid traffic citations. On September 30, 2015, the Michigan House of Representatives approved House Bill 4193 for…

Bumper to bumper traffic, a ticking clock, and nearby drivers edging to get around you all add to the stress of your morning commute. Now a new study has shown that it’s not just your health that can suffer, but your job too. It’s not news that a long morning…

A break-in can really wreck your vacation. That’s why Michigan’s auto theft prevention program H.E.A.T. is reminding drivers this summer to take some simple steps to deter thieves and keep your car safe. Michigan’s statewide auto theft prevention program, called Help Eliminate Auto Theft (H.E.A.T.), has a mission to reduce car break-ins…

Michigan motorists often complain about the roads. Now a recent study says it’s not just their imagination – Michigan cities’ roads really are some of the worst in the nation. Report Finds Michigan Cities’ Roads in Poor Condition TRIP, a national transportation research non-profit, recently released its report: Bumpy Roads: America’s Roughest Rides…