There’s a few more months before school gets out for summer, so now is a good time to review some safety protocols when it comes to driving near school zones, specifically passing a stopped school bus in Illinois. Here’s what you need to know to follow the rules, keep the roads safe and avoid […]
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In today’s fast-paced world, driving safely is a habit that needs to be consistently practiced. Understanding these five common causes of car crashes, and what to do to avoid them as a teen driver, can mean the difference between getting injured or arriving to your destination safely. 1. Speeding and Teen Car Crashes When you […]
As a parent, choosing your teen’s driving school is a major decision. You want your teen to receive proper driving education and come away with the knowledge and resources to practice safe driving habits every time they get behind the wheel. So out of the several options that you have, what makes us stand out? […]
Driving during the winter can result in several challenges—black ice on the roads being one example. Black ice, in particular, is a real threat that should not be neglected and is an issue that you should better understand before getting behind the wheel. Here’s what you need to know to drive safely this winter and avoid […]
When you first begin to drive, merging onto a highway may seem like a daunting task. Merging can be a complicated task but, like anything else, it takes time and practice to master. As a teenage driver, here are three helpful tips to remember when merging onto a highway: Use the entrance ramp […]
Community involvement is a major piece in Top Driver’s mission to teach Driver Intelligence™ to new and experienced drivers. We feel that by giving back to the community, we’re able to contribute to making a real difference in the lives of our youth. When we support local schools, organizations and programs, we’re helping young […]
Driving at night poses new challenges for young drivers, exposing them to driving situations that they might not encounter during the day. Use these tips to safely arrive at your destination while driving at night. Properly use your lights. It’s important to frequently check your headlights to make sure the bulbs aren’t out and […]
When your teen first gets behind the wheel, there’s a lot of risk involved. As a parent or guardian, your first priority is to ensure they drive safely, especially when they’re out on their own. Use these four tips to prepare to ride in the passenger’s seat while your teen is driving, and perhaps […]
Road signs come in many different shapes and colors, and keeping track of each color can be difficult. But studying your traffic signs and knowing what each type of road sign means could be the difference between reaching your destination safely or not. Here are some tips to improve your knowledge of traffic sign […]
Updated September 20, 2022 Sometimes unexpected things happen in life. You may think you’re invincible when you’re driving, but the fact of the matter is an unexpected event can occur at any time. What if you run out of gas along the highway and you’re miles away from the nearest gas station? Or what if […]