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Can I Use Headphones While Driving?

Not in Florida. While in the era of smartphones it is tempting to plug in your headphones and use them while driving, in Florida it is illegal to do so. In fact, it is illegal for drivers to wear any kind of headphones, including headsets and earbuds, while they are operating a vehicle. But while […]

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Car Crashes Caused by Animals in Tampa

Wildlife is all around in Florida. This is a blessing for sure, but when animals wander onto roads, catastrophic accidents can happen. Turtles, bears, deer, and alligators are just a few types of wildlife that often make their way onto Florida roads. In some cases the driver may hit them, causing damage to the car […]

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Understanding Truck Blind Spots in Tampa

Accidents involving blind spots are a regular occurrence in Florida. A significant number of these blind spot accidents involve semi and large transport trucks. A blind spot accident generally occurs when one vehicle is traveling in an area where the other vehicle cannot see them. When they involve semi trucks or large transport trucks, the accident can be severe. This is […]

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Tips for Driving In the Sun in Tampa

Florida is known as The Sunshine State because it gets a lot of sun, which is one of the main reasons more tourists and new residents move here every year. And while Florida does certainly see clouds and rain, the fact remains that most days see at least some sunshine in all parts of the […]

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Cruise Control Safety Tips in Tampa

Most modern cars are equipped with cruise control, those little buttons on the steering wheel that allow a driver to set a speed and maintain it without actually pressing on the accelerator. This feature was intended to help drivers fight fatigue, and it also helps to reduce the amount of gas used. This convenient feature is typically […]