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.
Intersections are Dangerous
More car crashes happen at an intersection than any other place on the road, you need to be very cautious when approaching an intersection. Many drivers speed up or change lanes at intersections causing hazardous conditions. ... [Read More]
Drive Smart, Adjust Your Speed
Speed limits are set based on good road conditions when a driver can drive at the fastest possible speed and still be in control of their car. ... [Read More]
Florida Slow Down and Move Over Law
As you approach emergency vehicles you are required by law to move out of the lane closest to the emergency vehicle and slow down. The law was created because there are a lot of accidents and injuries on the side of Florida highways and roads. ... [Read More]