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Everything You Need To Know About Traffic Cones (From The Experts)

Traffic Safety

Traffic Cones Keep America Moving Each day, over 227 million drivers climb into their cars and take to the roads. Daily commuters sit in traffic on highways or city streets and take in the scenery, which most likely includes fluorescent orange traffic cones. From surrounding construction sites to alerting shoppers to a wet floor, traffic cones are used in areas … Continue reading “Everything You Need To Know About Traffic Cones (From The Experts)”

The Complete Guide To Types Of Traffic Barricades That You Need To Know

Pedestrian Safety

Intro: The Different Types of Barricades For Projects Construction sites are a dangerous area, and this danger increases whenever a construction project takes place near an active roadway with traffic nearby. As construction projects increase and more drivers hit the road, the use of traffic barricades is more critical than ever before to maximize the safety of construction workers, pedestrians, … Continue reading “The Complete Guide To Types Of Traffic Barricades That You Need To Know”

Who Will Benefit The Most From Autonomous Cars?

Self Driving Cars

Ever since the very first cars rolled off of the assembly line, people have been dreaming about having an autonomous car effortlessly whiz them around the city from place to place. From Elon Musk and Tesla to Ford and Domino’s fleet of autonomous vehicles, it seems that many of the largest players in the auto industry are getting a piece … Continue reading “Who Will Benefit The Most From Autonomous Cars?”

Understanding The 4 Major Points In The Debate Over Electric Scooters

New Technology

Electric scooters are growing in popularity in cities across the United States due to their convenience and ease of use to get around crowded downtown areas. Similar to electric cars, electric scooters are powered by a rechargeable battery and can reach top speeds around 20MPH. This means that business people, tourists, and everyday commuters can travel from home to work … Continue reading “Understanding The 4 Major Points In The Debate Over Electric Scooters”

7 Safety Tips For Road Construction Work Zones

Traffic Safety

America’s roads and infrastructure are aging and starting to crumble due to overuse and age. As more drivers hit the road in the U.S., cities and states are starting more road construction projects to keep their streets safe and efficient for drivers and pedestrians. While there is a growing need for more road construction projects, states are starting to feel … Continue reading “7 Safety Tips For Road Construction Work Zones”

5 Easy & Low-Cost Garage Organizations Ideas That Your Wife Will Love!

Parking Blocks

Make Your Garage Part Of Your Home You may not think much of your home’s garage, but did you know that your garage is one of the hardest-working spaces in your home that serves several functions? For example, over 55% of Americans spend 1-2 hours each week in their garage enjoying hobbies and other activities. Not only is your garage … Continue reading “5 Easy & Low-Cost Garage Organizations Ideas That Your Wife Will Love!”

How To Make Restaurant Parking Lot Seating Safer

Traffic Awareness

The American Tradition Of Dining Out Eating out has become a staple of the modern American lifestyle. Whether going to the local diner for breakfast with the family after church on Sunday or heading to your favorite wing shop for the Big Game, Americans love coming together at restaurants to celebrate and entertain each other. However, this trend took a … Continue reading “How To Make Restaurant Parking Lot Seating Safer”

How Much Does A Road Flare Cost?

Traffic Safety

Whether you are a professional truck driver, an emergency responder, or just a regular driver heading out on a long-distance adventure, it’s essential to prepare for the worst-case scenario out on the road. You likely already have jumper cables, emergency lighting, and triangle reflector warning kits in your vehicle because these items help keep you safe. However, you could be … Continue reading “How Much Does A Road Flare Cost?”

7 Safety Tips For Road Construction Work Zones

Traffic Safety

America’s roads and infrastructure are aging and starting to crumble due to overuse. As more drivers hit the road in the U.S., cities, and states are starting more road construction projects to keep their roads safe and efficient for drivers and pedestrians. While there is a growing need for more road construction projects, states are starting to feel the pinch … Continue reading “7 Safety Tips For Road Construction Work Zones”

How Can I Slow Down Traffic In My Neighborhood? Use These 4 Tips.

Road building

There are 263.6 million registered vehicles in the United States, and as more drivers look to gain their freedom through personal automobiles, there is an increasing chance that drivers will speed through your neighborhood. Not only is speeding dangerous to other drivers, but speeding in neighborhoods also poses the potential for serious injury and even death to children and pedestrians … Continue reading “How Can I Slow Down Traffic In My Neighborhood? Use These 4 Tips.”

5 Safe Winter Driving Tips For Driving In Snow & Ice

Winter driving

As winter sets, most of the U.S. will begin to see snow and ice on roads and highways. While most Americans will not experience an accident due to road conditions this winter, over 136,000 people were injured in an accident this winter due to hazardous road conditions. Driving in the winter can increase the chances of an accident on the … Continue reading “5 Safe Winter Driving Tips For Driving In Snow & Ice”

3 Ways To Improve Crosswalks In Your Neighborhood

Road Design

The United States has over 263.3 million registered vehicles, making it home to the second most amount of vehicles in the world. As more drivers hit our roads, there is growing concern about how more vehicles will impact the safety of pedestrians walking in urban settings. The concern for the safety of property and pedestrians stems from the fact that … Continue reading “3 Ways To Improve Crosswalks In Your Neighborhood”

What’s Stalling The Dream Of Autonomous Cars In The U.S.?

Self Driving Cars

Self-driving cars are being tested on public roads and actively pursued by engineers, but if you haven’t seen one on the road, you aren’t alone. Despite the fleets owned by Waymo, General Motors, and Tesla, there are plenty of reasons why autonomous cars have stalled out for the general population of consumers. Recent years saw a jump in hype and … Continue reading “What’s Stalling The Dream Of Autonomous Cars In The U.S.?”

Will Autonomous Cars Break Your City’s Bank?

Self Driving Cars

Expectations for Autonomous cars is growing each year, and as technology continues to improve, we are seeing science fiction coming closer to reality. From the Jetsons and other cartoons, the public started to imagine a world where self-driving vehicles drove around cities as their occupants read the morning newspaper or watched T.V. Autonomous cars promise that our vehicles will drop … Continue reading “Will Autonomous Cars Break Your City’s Bank?”

The Rise Of Electric Scooters Across U.S. Cities

Safe Driving Resource and Tips

If you live in or near an urban area, then you have likely started to see more electric scooters around your city. Whether you see them parked near local restaurants or buzzing down side streets, you are sure to see more e-scooters as startups start to introduce scooters to fulfill the sharing economy. The popularity of electric scooters is growing … Continue reading “The Rise Of Electric Scooters Across U.S. Cities”