Back to School Driving

A new school year is just around the corner, meaning frantic mornings trying to get everyone out the door and to school (and work) on time. In the hustle and bustle, you may be impatient and hurried. Careless driving is especially dangerous near school zones where there are plenty of kids milling about. According to the National Safety Council, most incidents involving kids happen in close proximity to a school.

The start of the school year presents many obstacles to drivers; there are plenty of pedestrians, bicyclists, cars, and buses. In your rush to get your children to school by the time the bell rings, consider adding additional time for your morning commute and follow these back to school safe driving suggestions:

Pedestrians:

Before and after school, sidewalks and streets are filled with children.  Kids can be unpredictable and unaware of their surroundings or the risks. Many kids lose their lives in bus and car incidents while walking. Be on alert for sudden movements and school zone traffic safety laws . Here are some additional safe driving tips to help keep everyone safe:

• Do not pass a vehicle that is stopped for pedestrians
• When you’re in a school zone and the flashers are blinking, you must stop and yield to pedestrians in the crosswalks or intersections.
• Do not block the crosswalk while waiting at a red light or preparing to turn.
• You must always stop for a crossing guard or school patrol officer who is holding a stop sign.
• Always use extra caution and be on the look-out for children around schools, playgrounds, parks and residential areas.

Bikes:

Kids on bikes are even more of a challenge. They can go fast, make sudden movements and come out from seemingly nowhere. Kids on bicycles, like pedestrians, do not always follow traffic rules and can be oblivious to their surroundings. Here are some school safety driving tips to help you avoid hitting hard-to-see bicyclists:

• Be extra careful and watchful for bicyclists near schools, parks, and residential areas. Be on alert for bicyclists coming from in between parked cars and driveways.

• When you’re making a left-hand turn and notice a bicyclist coming from the opposite direction, let the bike pass before turning. In fact, most bike and car incidents happen when vehicles are turning left.
• If a bicyclist is coming from behind you and you’re turning right, leave at least 3 feet of space ( on the side of the road and allow the bike to pass before you turn.
• Anticipate sudden movements and child riders turning in front of you without looking or signaling.
• Check your side mirrors before opening your car door and always use your turn signals.

Busses:

You can’t complete the back to school chaos without buses. Yes, buses can be slow and you sure don’t want to be behind one when it stops to pick-up or drop off kids. Kids die in school bus-related incidents at drop-off and pick-up sites every year. Most of these are a result of kids getting struck by cars going around buses. Here are some tips to help you avoid such tragedies:

• You must always stop when a school bus’s yellow or red lights are flashing and the stop sign arm is extended. This is a law in every state.
• Never pass a school bus after it has just dropped off kids.
• When stopping behind a school bus, stay at least 10 feet away so children can safely enter and exit the bus.
• Be alert and extra cautious as it is not uncommon for kids to run out onto the street around a bus stop.

Other drivers:

Though you can’t control the driving behaviors of others, you can do your part in driving defensively to avoid a crash.  Be patient and don’t assume their movements. Chances are they are just as harried as you are. You won’t make things better if you’re impatient and drive aggressively. On the contrary, that behavior will make it more dangerous for everyone. Here are some tips to help you drive more defensively around other drivers:

• Leave a safe following distance in case the car in front of you has to stop suddenly.
• Don’t pass a stopped car
• Avoid trying to squeeze by cars to make a right-hand turn.
• Don’t honk out of frustration. Other drivers are likely to be just as stressed out as you are and honking may make matters worse.

Also keep in mind that there may be teen drivers taking their siblings to school. These new drivers may not be familiar with driving in traffic or with kids around. They may be extra cautious, so be sure to give them the benefit of the doubt.

For some driving techniques or classes, visit  https://911drivingschool.com/ before you head out on the road.

Summer road trip checklist

It’ summertime! Time to pack up the vehicle and head out into the great unknown. Whether it’s a quick trip over the river and through the woods to grandma’s house or a cross-country drive to a new destination, there are several steps you should take to stay safe on the road.

 Here is a list of four simple things you can prepare to ensure safer travel.

• Check your tires to ensure they are in good traveling condition. Worn tread, tire baldness or bulging could mean big trouble on the open road.
• Know how to check the basic function of your vehicle. Check the oil, windshield wipers, antifreeze levels and all lights inside and outside of the vehicle before the trip. Prevention is always the best answer.
• When going cross-country, or on an unfamiliar route, plan your gas station stops well. No one wants to run out of gas in the hot summer weather.
• Drive defensively. You probably drive safely, but that doesn’t mean the other drivers will. Expect the unexpected. Always keep your eyes on the road, never text or operate the GPS, and do not let others in the car distract you from your greatest responsibility- Arriving to your final destination safely!

Always remember to buckle up, and never drink and drive. Have a fun time on your summer travels. For some driving techniques, visit  https://911drivingschool.com/ before you head out on the road.

Once your teen can drive, you want them to say “yes, mom and dad, your incredibly safe and airbag filled minivan IS cool, I wouldn’t want to drive anything else, ” but we all know that is not the case. Not to worry, there are plenty of cars out there that have been designed to handle wear and tear, are cost effective, and more importantly very safe.

Here are a few things to consider when the day comes that you buy a vehicle for your teen driver:

• Bigger = Safer – Heavier automobiles are safer and will typically win in a time of  a collision. Larger vehicles such as SUV’s can be a wise choice for your new driver

• Avoid high horsepower –  Plain and simple – they just don’t have the experience to understand how this kind of power effects a vehicle and are likely to not know how to safely operate them

•  Electronic stability – This technology has been mandatory in vehicles since 2012. It automatically helps maintain stability while navigating the terrain. There is proof that this technology has reduced fatal crashes nearly by half.

The fatal rate for teenagers is 3 x times higher than all other drivers. However, within the past 10 years, the safety requirements for vehicles have improved tremendously. The industry has been required to improve the safety aspects of all their vehicles.  Any parent will worry regardless,  but there are reliable and safe vehicles available that can help put your mind at ease.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has released a list of vehicles, which they have categorized into “good choices” and “best choices.” This shows the best large cars, midsize cars, small SUVs, midsize SUVs, large SUVs, minivans, and pickups in both the “good choices” and “best choices” categories, all of which start under $20, 000.

Make sure your child gets a proper driving education and plenty of supervised road time. Giving them the necessary skills to know how to navigate in the world of driving is the only way to truly help them stay safe on the road.

Despite all the reports and the warnings of the dangers related to distracted driving and driving under the influence, car crashes remain the #1 cause of unintentional deaths in the U.S.

90% of those crashes can be tied directly to driver error, and the statistics get even worse from there. They show us that, in general, we apparently have a natural tendency not to learn our lesson when the sad truth of the matter is right in front of us.

It turns out that 1 in 3 people have a loved one who was either seriously injured or killed in a crash. 1 in 5 people have been involved in a serious crash themselves, and 1 in 10 have been seriously injured in those crashes. Yet, in all those cases, those drivers continue their unsafe behaviors and driving habits.

Research has shown that an effective education in safe driving can significantly reduce these numbers. This study showed that drivers who had not completed their driver’s education were 75% more likely to get a ticket and 24% more likely to be involved in an accident that led to injuries or fatalities.

Entrepreneurs looking for a great franchise opportunity have a chance to be part of the solution and minimize the risks that drivers face every day.

Established Process and Proven Success

Applying for a franchise and choosing your territory is easy, and we provide extensive support and help throughout the entire process. review  information on  our website and from there, get in touch with us to discuss a franchise opportunity further

Our school has a proven record of success. We’re already operating in five different states, not including the online presence in all 50 states. We started back in 2005 with a single school in Puyallup, Washington, and since then we’ve taught more than 100, 000 students across the country.

There is room for a lot of growth in this industry and in your community. As you begin your first classes and provide a valuable service, word will begin to spread and families will come back so you can teach each of their children in succession.

High-Value Driver Education

911 Driving School offers a range of different courses so you can reach out to many different demographics and fill different needs. These courses include:

• New Teen Driving courses
• Adult First Time License and Refresher Courses
• Teen and Adult Private Coaching Sessions
• Teen and Adult Skill Enhancement Courses
• Teen and Adult Online Practice Examinations
• Corporate Fleet Training Programs
• Specialized Law Enforcement Driver Training/Refresher Courses

Support and Assistance

We’ll help you get up and running as smoothly as possible. We’ll provide the support you need to start delivering quality education and working with new drivers in the area. Our support program includes:

• Finding the best site to build your school
• Providing potential financing options
• Consulting on the site plan and design specifications for the build-out
• Getting the proper state licensing to operate a driving school
• Providing the training you need for yourself as the owner/operator, as well as for your administrative support and driving instructors
• Launching your business with a Grand Opening that will help you build a name in the community
• Participating in marketing initiatives that will build awareness of your school

More Than a Business Opportunity

Opening a 911 Driving School is a great chance to exercise those entrepreneurial muscles and take advantage of a great business opportunity. But it’s more than that. You and your school will be providing a valuable service that will make you a part of the solution. You can actively work to reduce fatalities and injuries on the road, creating a safer environment for everyone.

If you’re ready to take the next step, take a closer look at this franchise opportunity and be your own boss in an industry that makes a difference.