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Distracted Drivers Endanger Everyone’s Safety and Wallet



Distracted Drivers Endanger Everyone’s Safety and Wallet

A body of recently released research shows that using cellphones and other wireless communication devices while driving raises the risk of vehicle crashes. When drivers are talking on cellphones (hands-free or not), texting, checking email, or similar activities their attention is not on their primary responsibility – operating their vehicles safely. In addition to potential injuries or fatality, such crashes pose an economic cost for those involved. Such costs include repair bills, medical bills, lost income and increased insurance premiums.

What can you do to protect yourself? Don't use wireless communication devices while driving. Pull off the road if you must make or take a call or text. Keep your eyes peeled for drivers not following these rules and avoid them.

Check out these resources for more information:

From Consumer Reports,

New Data from VTTI provides Insight into Cell Phone Use and Driving Distraction, study from the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (pdf)

Cellphone laws from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

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November 2009

The 2010 Census is fast approaching. Every household will receive a questionnaire in February or March 2010. Census phishing and email scams are already appearing. These tips from the Census Bureau will help you avoid the scams.

The 2010 Fuel Economy Guide is now available. The annual fuel cost estimates in the online 2008-2010 fuel economy guides are updated weekly to reflect the Energy Information Administration's current national average prices for gasoline and diesel fuel.

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This article from Consumer Reports evaluates 3 different strategies for paying off your credit card balances.

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