Yearly Archives - 2013

11 Mar

Six Things that Distract People When Driving

When driving it is of utmost importance that all your attention is directed on the road. A momentary glance in a different direction can mean the difference between road safety and disaster. The writers at Just Driving have identified the six things that distract people on the road that must be minimized or avoided:Hanging objects on your interior mirror GPS and Sat Nav Mobile phones Newspapers and other reading materials Car's radio or music player Talking to other passengersAlthough some of these other items are [...]

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10 Mar

What to Do as a Witness of a Hit and Run

A lot of things can happen on the road whether you are a driver, a passenger or even a pedestrian. You may be a witness to a lot of things like a speedy driver being pulled over, a car breaking down, even a car crash. Hopefully, you won't get involved in any of these circumstances, but as an onlooker you still have a part to play. One of the most dreadful things to witness on the road is a hit-and-run. [...]

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06 Mar

How to Replace a Driver’s License

Whether you've lost your driving license or had it stolen, getting a new one right away is a must especially if you constantly need to get to places by car. You should never resort to driving without one, even if heading to a nearby location. The repercussions for doing so and getting caught can be grave.Here are steps you can follow when getting yourself a new driver's license:If stolen, the first thing you must do is report it to the proper authorities. You [...]

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05 Mar

Several Tips on Defensive Driving

Traffic accidents nowadays is one of the leading causes of death specifically in North America. Help keep yourself and your passengers safe while you are behind the wheel on the road.Below are several defensive driving tips that go beyond the usual guidelines of what driving schools teach:Following the two-second rule is a great way of making sure your car is at a safe distance from other drivers. Be aware of the blind spots of your car and others. Look ahead of [...]

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05 Mar

South Beach Executive Chef Killed in Gruesome Hit-and-Run

Stefano Riccioletti, a well-known chef, was killed in a gruesome hit-and-run crash in South Beach The driver, 20 year-old Karlie Tomica, a self-proclaimed "party princess" who was then charged with DUI manslaughter. A witness, Jairo Fuentes, said the impact sent Riccioletti’s body flying in the air and landing in the driveway of a nearby hotel, "painting with blood" nearby barricades. Fuentes followed and confronted Tomica in the valet area of her condo, her blonde hair speckled with blood and flesh [...]

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05 Mar

Former Korn Drummer Changes DUI Plea to ‘Guilty’

David Silveria, former drummer for the band Korn has changed his plea to "guilty" in hopes of receiving lesser charges. He was arrested early last year for a DUI and hit-and-run. Silveria was pulled over by police on the morning of March 25 in Huntington Beach, Calif., but stated that he had not been drinking and blamed his driving woes on the after effects of a sleeping pill. The rocker claimed to have blown a 0.0 on the breathalyzer at [...]

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05 Mar

Driver Identified in Fatal Hit-and-Run of Bicyclist

Dwight Morrison, a 63 years-old jeweler, liked to keep fit by bicycling a few hours every weekend, setting out from Interstate 75. He often frequented one of his favorite paths on Griffin Road. Sadly, this was where he met his demise as a speeding car came up from behind, swerved into the bike lane, and killed him instantly. According to eyewitness accounts, he was thrown up to 200 feet down the roadway where his mangled bike was also found. The [...]

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05 Mar

High School Teacher Arrested for DUI and Drug Charges

Brittney Anna Bowman, a math teacher at Crestview High has been charged with possession of illegal substance and driving under the influence. An officer noticed Bowman's car speeding at 46 mph in a 35 mph zone on eastbound U.S. Highway 98 in Destin. He then stopped the car after he saw it weaving. The 26-year-old driver, had red, glassy eyes and slurred speech, the deputy noted in the arrest report. A strong odor of alcohol also was coming from the [...]

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02 Mar

5 Rainy Day Driving Safety Tips

Even if you are an expert driver, different factors and weather conditions can make driving a risky task. One of this weather conditions is rain. When the road is wet, going above certain speed can cause your car to hydroplane or skid on the road and result in you losing control of your car. This can occur even if you are driving at a relatively low speed. Things like amount of water on road, road condition, and the condition of [...]

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22 Feb

Teacher Arrested for DUI on School Grounds

The Vero Beach High School faculty members were shocked when foreign language teacher Claire Danskin drove in the parking lot and struck another teachers car as she parked. She then stepped out of her vehicle with the engine still running.Police then arrived and took the 60 year-old Danskin into custody. Authorities assumed she was under the influence of alcohol but were surprised to find no traces in her bloodstream but a significant amount of medication instead.Danskin was charged with [...]

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