Seatbelts in a Collision
From a physics point of view, what would happen if you or your passengers were not wearing a seat belt and the car was brought to a sudden and abrupt… Read more »
Category Archives: Activities – Tailgate Talk
Passenger Restraints Tips
Here are some helpful Do’s and Don’ts for seat belts. DO – Wear your shoulder belt snugly over your shoulder and across the center of your chest. DON’T – Tuck… Read more »
Regain Control of Your Car
Have you ever had a close call, a time when your vehicle was out of control? What did you do to regain control? Here are some techniques for regaining control… Read more »
Backing Up Can Bust You Up
Driving a car backwards is a practiced skill! According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, from 2008 to 2011, an average of 41% of non-occupant traffic injuries were caused… Read more »
Does Everyone Have to Wear a Seat Belt?
Have you ever been in the car for a short time (ex: backing out of the driveway, going a few blocks to the store) where you don’t buckle up? Before… Read more »
What You Need to Know About Intersections
There are so many different types of intersections, it can be hard to remember the rules for using them! Here’s a list of tips for each type. Two-Way Intersection: Check… Read more »
Out of the Way of Trains
One modern train engineer recently stated, “There are two types of train engineers—those who have hit someone on the tracks—and those who will.” Why would he say that? Think about… Read more »
Know the Odds of Passenger Restraints…
In 2014, more than half of Oklahomans killed in car crashes were known to not be properly restrained. Oklahoma’s 86% seat belt use rate, ranks it in the bottom half… Read more »
Big Truck Basics
If you like to see store shelves full of all the things you need, then you should be grateful for all of the big trucks on the road who deliver… Read more »
Emergency Vehicles
Emergency personnel risk their lives every day to help people in a time of need. Drivers need to pay attention and respond properly when emergency vehicles approach. Describe what you… Read more »