Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Other Drivers Driving You Crazy? There's an App For That!

Appropriately called "Drive Me Crazy". One can report lousy driving straight from their iPhone, and soon from their Android phone, according to this article in the Los Angeles Times.

Did That Driver Cut You Off? Report Him with "Drive Me Crazy" Mobile App

The California DMV has it's own mobile app, but this sounds like it would be a nice adjunct!

If anybody has it on their iPhone, please let us know how it's working for you, and whether you would recommend it or not.

Friday, December 10, 2010

TEENS: A Tip; Don't Do This, You'll Regret it!

Here's an article that ought to give pause to anyone without having first reached 151/2 years old, plus completed Driver's Ed., and obtained a Learner's Permit.

Teen On Joyride Crashes Grandmother's SUV Into 4 Cars; Flees On Foot

This sort of behavior is not going to endear you to the DMV (as well as various other law enforcement agencies), who can be a bit persnickety on people driving without the proper training, permits and licenses. After all, that's what they were set up to do; make sure everyone is fully capable of safely operating a motor vehicle.

Needless to say, this young man is in serious trouble. He will most likely have a juvenile arrest record, which will make it harder, and a lengthier process, for him to get his first license in the future.

Remember, you have a lifetime of driving privilege ahead of you once you do get your license. Believe it or not, one day, after your 10 thousandth time of sitting in slow moving traffic, gnashing your teeth, trying to get to where you are going, ironically thinking way back when you were a teen driver and super eager to get your license so you could have freedom to go where ever you wanted to whenever you wanted, you'll be muttering, "This is freedom!?"

Saturday, December 4, 2010

An Expensive Reminder of the Dangers of Drinking and Driving

A very good article in the New York Times by David Updike about what can happen if you are caught drinking and driving. It deals with the financial aspects of having a drunk driving arrest on your record. It's definitely something to keep reminding one self.

Drinking, Driving and Paying

The best rule of thumb is, if you are going to a party, and you know you are going to be driving afterwards, the best course of action is to abstain from alcohol completely.

After all, as the article admits, you don't need alcohol to have a good time! Being surrounded by friends and laughter, and enjoying being in each others' company is what makes a good party.

Friday, December 3, 2010

Announcing two more successful graduates from Alliance Defensive Driving School

Lauren has just passed her driving test with 100% accuracy! Very impressive. The Driver Guy said she was a fun, smart, energetic student, who made the lessons fun!

Congratulations Lauren!

The next successful grad is Jennifer. Another fun student! Great job Jennifer! Congratulations!

We hope you'll keep in touch with us!