Going to winter sports by car: what you need to know Written by Olivier Duquesne on 02/09/2023 The holidays are looming with, for some, a departure for the snow. Here are the tips and things not to forget when reaching the slopes of the Alps or the Pyrenees. Prepare your trip Even more than in […]
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Driving and being safe in a (long) tunnel Written by Olivier Duquesne on 07-04-2023 The risk of serious accidents is higher in tunnels. In mountainous regions or with a complex coastline, these structures can exceed 5 km. Here’s how to behave while driving. Any tunnel crossing requires increased vigilance for your safety and that of others. In
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What to do in the event of an accident in Europe? Written by Olivier Duquesne on 04/27/2023 A traffic accident is never pleasant. It is therefore important to know how to react and what to do whether you are a witness or a victim of the accident. One accident can always cause a second. This is
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Driving on the highway: what you need to know Written by Olivier Duquesne on 06/29/2023 The highway is the axis par excellence for motorized vehicles. By car, it allows you to cover long distances quickly and safely. Provided you respect certain rules. Driving on the highway is an exercise that requires good concentration to move quickly
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Accident with a (wild) animal: what to do? Written by Olivier Duquesne on 07/27/2023 Doe, deer, wild boar, wolf, fox, bird, goat, dog, cat, ox, donkey, sheep, horse… Animal collisions can cause significant damage to the vehicle – and cause trauma. How to react ? Roadside wildlife and domestic animals are likely to cross traffic
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Driving in hot weather Written by Olivier Duquesne on 08/18/2023 In extreme heat, mechanics and organisms are put to the test. This requires good use of the air conditioning and some precautions for the well-being of the passengers as well as for the car. The heatwave and the intense heat under a radiant sun put
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Slow drivers: The left lane is for passing traffic, not passing time! November 22, 2016 by Steven M. Gursten Proposed law by Westland, MI lawmaker targets ‘left-lane squatters’ by forbidding slow poking in the ’extreme left lane’ when they’re being tailgated Don’t slow drivers in the left lane drive you crazy? Especially when somebody gets
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April showers ahead, so take these precautions when driving in the rain April 6, 2017 by Steven M. Gursten Rain is a cause of many car crashes in April. Here’s what to do Now that winter is closed for business, that doesn’t mean our weather troubles are over. For Michiganders, the start of spring usually
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Avoid road work accidents: Don’t see red when there’s orange June 9, 2017 by Steven M. Gursten Construction zone and road work accidents are increasing, according to MDOT. Do your part to keep yourself and highway workers safe As fun and relaxing as summer can be, for exasperated commuters the season is always an exercise
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What are the dangers of a passenger’s feet on the dashboard? August 24, 2017 by Steven M. Gursten Just keep them on the floor. Feet on the dashboard may be comfy, but a car crash deploys the air bag at 200 mph, causing severe leg, facial and brain injuries If you’re a front-seat passenger, keep
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