Many drivers on South Carolina roads are not breaking rules on purpose. They are following advice they have heard for years that turns out to be wrong. These small misunderstandings lead to some of the most common traffic tickets across the state. From rolling through red lights to misunderstanding right of way, these myths can […]
Across the United States, a new safety rule will require automatic emergency braking on all new cars and light trucks by 2029. This change reflects a national effort to reduce serious crashes and protect people behind the wheel and on foot. Automatic emergency braking systems use sensors and cameras to detect when a collision with […]
February often brings more time on the road, particularly during evenings and weekends. Whether attending a seasonal event or simply meeting friends and family, added traffic and nighttime travel create more opportunities for risk. A few intentional safety habits can make a meaningful difference. Federal agencies continue to emphasize that many crashes involve preventable behaviors. […]
What ESB 5689 Means for Residents, Drivers, and Safety Awareness Beginning January 1, 2026, Washington state drivers and ID holders have a new option when renewing or applying for a driver license or identicard: you can voluntarily include your blood type on the card. This change comes through Engrossed Senate Bill 5689 (Chapter 217, Laws […]
Florida has a statewide set of updates taking effect July 1, 2026 that change how many driver license and vehicle services are handled through FLHSMV (DHSMV) and county tax collector offices. These updates come from HB 961 (Chapter 2025-125, Laws of Florida) and focus on administrative processes like appointments, document delivery, permits, and restricted driving […]
Washington drivers face new and strengthened laws in 2025 designed to protect pedestrians, cyclists, and others sharing the road without the protection of a vehicle. Whether you’re commuting through Seattle or driving the rural roads of eastern Washington, it’s important to understand who these vulnerable road users are and what your legal responsibilities include. Who […]
Florida has introduced a major change to its traffic laws, one that all drivers should take seriously. Beginning July 1, 2025, driving at extremely high speeds, specifically 100 miles per hour or more, can lead to criminal charges. This is part of the state’s new “dangerous excessive speeding” law, which gives law enforcement the ability […]
Washington is taking a bold step to address chronic speeding and reckless driving. In 2025, lawmakers passed the BEAM Act (House Bill 1596), a measure requiring certain repeat offenders to install electronic speed-limiting devices in their vehicles. The law takes effect January 1, 2029, giving the state time to finalize technology standards and rollout plans. […]
In 2023, 18-year-old Trenton Stewart was killed by a wrong-way drunk driver in Florida. His death led lawmakers to create Trenton’s Law, officially House Bill 687, which takes effect on October 1, 2025. The new law strengthens penalties for impaired drivers who cause fatalities and adds criminal penalties for refusing a breath or urine test. […]
Washington lawmakers passed House Bill Report, SHB 1822 in 2025 to address the rising number of crashes in work zones and near emergency responders. Beginning May 1, 2026, drivers under the age of 25 applying for their first Washington driver’s license will be required to complete a free online safety course before they can be licensed. The goal is to […]