Quality driver education is not only critical, but also key, as it provides a solid foundation of both knowledge and skills that…
Gwen Newell
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Senate Bill 20, a bipartisan state bill titled “Hands Free NC”, was introduced at the end of January. This bill would ban…
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How Many Batteries Do You Rely on in Your Life? Observed every year on February 18th, National Battery Day was implemented to…
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As Carolinians observe Black History Month with virtual and socially-distanced celebrations and observances, the North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program is highlighting…
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Expert AdviceGoTraffic Safety
Speed and Injury: Is Raising the Speed Limit Worth the Risk?
by Gwen NewellDrivers want to save time, and local transportation agencies want to improve traffic flow, but at what cost? With posted speed limits…
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Expert AdviceGoTraffic Safety
Pedestrian Fatalities in the Carolinas See Major Increase
by Gwen NewellThe number of pedestrians killed annually on roadways in both North and South Carolina has nearly doubled since 2009 according to new…
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Expert AdviceGoTraffic Safety
NHTSA Proposes Rule to Expand Mobility for People with Disabilities
by Gwen NewellImproves access to rental cars and simplifies transportation of wheelchairs and power scooters The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety…
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Governors Highway Safety Association Introduces ‘Slow Down Pilot Program’
by Gwen NewellAccording to a recent NHTSA report, drivers who remained on the roads during COVID-19 restrictions engaged in more risky behavior, including speeding,…
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Unfortunately, a good number of high school programs have had to be reduced due to COVID-19, as well as the increasingly difficult…
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Save lives by changing how you talk about tragedies Are you in the market for a New Year’s resolution that’s not only…