Summer is an exciting time of year. The sun is out, the
cabin is open for the season, and hopefully the boat is out on the water.
There’s a whole bustle of activity out there, and that’s not always a good
thing. Everyone wants to be outside, which means there’s a much larger
population of drivers on the road. That being said, it makes sense that summer
is the most common time of the year for traffic accidents to occur.
In the summer, we often see accidents due to construction
zones. Especially in Minnesota, which should be renamed the Land of 10,000
Construction Projects, we spend most of our spring and summer avoiding
construction. Presently, most of the metro is under construction. Before you
take any trips, or have to drive somewhere unfamiliar, look up what
construction is between you and your destination, and do your best to avoid it.
Torn up concrete and debris can wreak havoc on your vehicle. Expensive havoc.
It’s in our best interests to remain vigilant while driving
and pay attention to the road, which brings me to our next biggest cause of
accidents; Distracted Driving. Set the right example for your family and keep
your phone put away while you’re driving. Pay attention to the road, and make
sure that whoever is in the car with you understands how seriously you take the
safety of yourself, and theirs. In the world of apps and fancy smartphones,
it’s almost inexcusable to be on your phone while driving. Applications now
have safety features that include “drive mode” as well as most Apple updates for
iPhones.
Another thing to be conscious of as this summer heats up, is
the condition of your tires. Tire blowouts are another one of the most common
accidents we see in the summer. As the temperatures rise, bald tires are
affected and their chances of blowing out under stress is much higher. This can
cause damage to your vehicle, and others if uncareful.
July and August hold the highest accident rate in our
country, August taking the cake. Auto accidents kill more than 40,000 people in
the United States a year! It is the leading cause of death in people under the
age of 34. Every time you get into your vehicle, you’re risking your life, and
the lives of those around you. We hope that you do so in the most informed
manner possible. Accidents happen, and we are always here to assist you with
any vehicle repairs or questions you may have.
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