Worst Drivers of 2013 Video Compilation

As we begin the new year it is best to review the mistakes we made in the past year so as not to stumble over the same stone twice. Below is a video compilation on the "Bad Drivers of 2013"; watch it, laugh at it, make sure not to make the same horrible blunders!

Safe Travel During Thanksgiving

Comedy Driving would like to encourage Texas drivers to practice safe driving habits during this upcoming holiday weekend.

Do your part and drive responsibly during the Thanksgiving weekend. Holiday commute can be very dangerous as the streets are overcrowded with people traveling. Also, take extra precautions during the Black Friday shopping craze.

During the Thanksgiving weekend in 2012, troopers arrested 386 individuals for driving while intoxicated, issued more than 7,500 speeding citations, 875 citations for no insurance and more than 770 seat belt/child safety seat citations.

Troopers will be patrolling Texas roadways throughout the holiday weekend to promote safety and identify dangerous drivers.

Please take heed of the following advice: Don't drink and drive. Wear your seatbelt. Don't speed. Make sure your vehicle is properly maintained. Don't text and drive!

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Cost of owning a car is on the rise

Overall, the costs of car ownership have risen compared to last year, according to an annual study by AAA, which says it now costs 2% more to own a sedan than it did last year.

The costs vary a lot according to the type and size of vehicle, though. It costs about $7,000 a year to own a small car in the United States but about $11,600 to own a four-wheel-drive SUV, according to AAA.

The study factored in costs such as fuel, maintenance, insurance, tires and depreciation.

Maintenance costs have risen the most, according to AAA, going up 11.26% compared to last year. Maintenance costs almost 5 cents for every mile driven. Those costs have gone up because of increases in labor costs, replacement parts prices and extended warranty prices.

Insurance costs have gone up 2.76% for sedans, AAA said. The drivers' group based its annual estimate of $1,029 assuming that a driver has a clean record. Insurance companies in seven states showed small increases for sedans of all sizes.

Fuel costs rose only 1.93% compared to last year. While the price of gasoline rose 3.84%, that was partly offset by improvements in the fuel economy of new cars. The cost of tires was unchanged from last year.

Article from: http://money.cnn.com

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Invisible Steering Wheel

     Astoundingly, the new cutting-edge technology for automobile safety happens to abandon the need for a steering wheel. Japanese automaker, Nissan, created new features that are designed to prevent collisions as opposed to typical safety features that accommodate safety during a collision. With this new technology in hand, Nissan executives plan to eliminate deaths and severe injuries involving Nissan vehicles by the year 2015. Taking a defensive driving course, online, with comedy can also help eliminate the risk accident and injury on the roadway.

     The ‘camera and processing module’, mounted on the rear-view mirror, detects the condition and direction of the roadway ahead then communicates the data to the ‘steering angle actuator’ resulting in the superlative driving performance. The vehicle nearly drives itself.

     The “autonomous emergency steering” feature intends to maneuver the vehicle to the left or right in order to avoid an accident when the breaks are not capable to stop the vehicle in time. The technology is also able to accurately detect and avoid unexpected debris and/or pedestrians.  

     When parking, Nissan also added a feature to distinguish if the driver mistakenly presses the accelerator instead of the brake.

     Nissan said that the ‘digital drive’ car will be the first of its kind to be produced commercially, and they plan to initially install the technology in the 2014 Infiniti G37S model.

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Are You Eligible to Take Defensive Driving?

Are you able to dismiss your ticket by taking a Defensive Driving Course?

                To be sure, you will need to contact the court that you have received a ticket with, and inquire if you are eligible to dismiss the ticket with a Defensive Driving Course. Depending on the court, you may be able to request permission by phone, mail, or in person. Please be mindful that every court in Texas has their own specific procedures that are different from others.

                Once the court has given you permission to dismiss your ticket, they usually give you 90 days to take a Defensive Driving Course. Comedy Driving Inc. offers a $25 defensive driving course, online, 24 hours a day, with 24 hour customer service. Comedy Driving Inc. is also approved by the Texas Education Agency and Region XIII Education Service Center, so their course is accepted by every court in Texas. To begin the course, go to ComedyDriving.com and click “Sign Up”. Then, you will create a username and password, so that you may log in and out of the course, and complete it at any pace you wish. Once you have completed the course, Comedy Driving will mail your certificate of completion to you, First Class Mail, the same or next business day. If you need your certificate sooner, Comedy Driving has several delivery options, so your certificate of completion can be shipped to you overnight.

                After you have received the certificate of completion, it is your obligation to sign the “court copy” and turn it in to the court, abiding by their requests. An “insurance copy” will always be mailed with the “court copy”, sign it and turn it in to your insurance company to possibly receive a discount on your current rates, or contact Iron Property Insurance for a better rate.

If you have any questions, contact Comedy Driving Inc. – customer service – at 713-465-0042.

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New Innovative Bicycle Helmet - Hövding

       Unquestionably, a large portion of bicyclists consider wearing a helmet, while riding, is entirely impractical and unfashionable.  Others argue that fashion is of no concern when it comes to safety, yet enjoyment is. Hence, Swedish engineers designed the Hövding for those who find that wearing a helmet just isn't quite comfortable or convenient. The Hövding is a safety helmet for cyclists that can be worn without being seen.  This nylon helmet is calculated to inflate with helium gas in one-tenth of a second if the sensors detect any movements of the cyclist being involved in an accident. The Hövding is worn as a collar; therefore no one can detect it as a helmet. The Hövding also has different color pouches to choose from, helping it blend with your outfit even more. The helmet is completely undetectable, and this is why the creators refer to it as “invisible”.  If one is involved in an accident with the Hövding, take note that it is not re-usable. However, the company does provide a fifteen percent credit toward a brand new Hövding if the one used is returned at the time of purchasing the new one. In addition, some insurance agencies do cover part of the cost for a new Hövding if he or she is involved in an accident.  Certainly, the creation of this innovative helmet was a direct response of the survey conducted on the Sweden’s streets. They concluded that the primary reason for not wearing a helmet when cycling was that it is impractical and uncomfortable in several ways: “They're a pain to carry about, they all look hideous, they ruin your hair, nobody else wears them, you can't get your hat on underneath.” The Hövding solves all of these inconveniences, as well as increased visibility compared to a standard bicycle helmet. The only unfavorable character of the Hövding is the $600 price tag. In all, the Hövding allows cyclists to enjoy the outdoors entirely while abiding by bicycle helmet and safety laws.

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