Driving Safe in Florida
Driving in Florida can be a dangerous endeavor. Behind the wheel, it’s up to you to drive safe and keep yourself and your passengers safe.
Many factors such as rain, fog, heavy traffic, aggressive drivers, confused travelers, accidents, and more affect Florida roads and driver safety. Some factors you have control over, some you don’t. AA Traffic Safety provides safe driving tips for Florida drivers on issues you can control and affect the outcome.
An Accident on the Turnpike
5 Million Tickets Issued in Florida
Drivers in Florida received more than 5 million tickets in 2006. This is the highest in five years. Not only do you have to be aware of dangerous road conditions but you also must be on the alert for drivers making bad decisions.
Speeders are the biggest offenders. More than 1.3 million tickets were issued for speeding in Florida. The second most issued moving violation ticket in Florida was running a red light with 391,204 tickets issued. Intersections are dangerous as this is the most common location car accidents happen.
You Must Render Aid
If you are involved in a traffic accident and another person involved the accident is injured you are required by law to give assistance. Florida law also requires you to provide your information. ... [Read More]
Points on Your Drivers License
Once you get points on your license you cannot remove them. Some states like New York allow drivers to complete a course to reduce the number of points on their drivers license. The State of Florida does not offer this option. ... [Read More]
Seat Belts Save Lives
Sixty-two percent of Florida fatalities involved in car accidents were not wearing seat belts, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA.) Seat belts save lives. ... [Read More]