South Korean auto manufacturer Hyundai and affiliated manufacturer Kia have decided to recall over half a million vehicles due to the possibility of fire. There have been 15 reported cases where an engine has caught on fire which has led to the recall. The recalled vehicles include the following: Hyundai Santa Fe SUVs (from 2013 … Keep reading…

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) keeps a close eye on auto accident statistics to help inform the national conversation on safety on our roads. In the most recent statistics released recently the news is predominantly good.   The headline number is that there was a decline in auto accident deaths in 2018.  The number … Keep reading…

Teen driving safety is of the utmost importance to parents. It can be one of the things that puts parents most on edge when their teen gets behind the wheel for the first time. The good news is that there is something that you can do to alleviate some of your anguish and that is … Keep reading…

You’ve seen the commercials ushering the future of driving with active driving assistance systems in many new cars. These types of systems will warn you if you are veering out of your lane or those that allow the car the ability to slow down or speed up without any action from the driver being necessary. … Keep reading…

New research out of Yale University suggests that teens who get their driver’s license later are missing out on key safety instructions when it comes to operating a vehicle. Research has also found that teens who engage in driver’s education training prior to obtaining their license are less likely to get into an auto accident.  … Keep reading…

Connecticut is home to some of the nation’s busiest highways (Interstates 84, 91, and 95). There is no doubt there are some aggressive drivers out on the roads. Aggressive driving comes in many forms including honking, hand gestures, and tailgating. These situations can spiral out of control quickly, so in order to keep yourself and … Keep reading…

Summer is right around the corner, and that means Connecticut families will hit the road for family vacations. More people on the road means that there are more instances for possible car accidents. Follow these safe driving tips before you hit the road! Maintain your vehicle Drive when you are focused – driving when inebriated, … Keep reading…

‘Tis the season when families want to spend time together and often travel great distances. If you and your family are traveling you will experience increased traffic congestion as well as an increased risk for a car accident. Keep your holiday travel safe by following these tips: Drive safely. Before you and your family hit … Keep reading…