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Auto Insurance Road Rules Leave Room #1

Leave a little more room when driving | It’s friendlier and safer | Auto Insurance Tips

Yield for Pedestrians | Auto Insurance Tips

Yield for Pedestrians | Auto Insurance Tips

RR #3 Try not to honk in anger

Try Not to Honk Your Horn in Anger | Auto Insurance Tips

RR #4 why not slow down

Why Not Slow Down a Little? | Auto Insurance Tips

Set an Example for Your Teen Driver | Auto Insurance Tips

RR #6 distracted driving

Distracted Driving Takes Many Forms | Auto Insurance Tips

RR #7 dont drive tired

Don’t Drive When You’re Tired | Auto Insurance Tips

RR #8 be patient

Be Patient With Your Teen Driver | Auto Insurance Tips

share the road

Share the Road | Auto Insurance Tips

RR #10 don't text & drive

Don’t Text and Drive | Auto Insurance Tips

RR #11 pull off road as far as possible

Pull as Far Off the Road as Possible | Auto Insurance Tips

RR #12 Stand behind guard rail

Stand Behind the Guard Rail | Auto Insurance Tips

RR #13 Buckle Up

Buckle up! | Auto Insurance Tips

RR #14 stay focused

Stay Focused on Driving | Auto Insurance Tips

RR #15 elminate blind spots

Eliminate Blind Spots | Auto Insurance Tips

RR #16 buckle on short trips

Buckle up Even on Short Trips | Auto Insurance Tips

Operation Under the Influence will Cost You Money

OUI Will Cost You Money | Auto Insurance Tips

RR #18 scan your surroundings

Scan Your Surroundings When Driving | Auto Insurance Tips

RR #19 get set before

Get Set Before You Go On The Road | Auto Insurance Tips

RR #20 double check intersections

Double Check at Intersections | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Don't multi-task while driving #21

Don’t Multi-task While Driving | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Learn how to merge #22

Learn How to Merge | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Don't tailgate #23

Don’t Tailgate | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Slow down when driving #24

Slow Down When Driving | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Assume crazy drivers are all around you #25

Assume Crazy Drivers Are All Around You! | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Don't chill out while driving #26

Don’t Chill Out While Driving! | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules One-1000.. #27

One-1,000…Two-1,000 | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules 4 second rule in bad weather #28

4 Second Rule in Bad Weather | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Adjust before driving #29

Adjust Before Driving | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Rolling around is distracting #30

Rolling Around is Distracting | Auto Insurance Tips

Leave It…Don’t Retrieve it! | Auto Insurance Tips

Leave It…Don’t Retrieve it! | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Pass the keys.. call a ride #32

Pass the Keys…Call a Ride | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Got cranky kids #33

Got Cranky Kids? Pull Over! | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Don't drive drowsy #34

Don’t Drive Drowsy! | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Check and replace worn wiper blades #35

Check & Replace Worn Wiper Blades | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Don't be a stinka. use ya blinka #36

Don’t Be a Stinka, Use Ya Blinka! | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Click it or ticket #37

Click it or Ticket! | Auto Insurance Tips

RRulesBe prepared for anything #38

Be Prepared for Anything | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Right of way laws...yield #39

Right of Way Laws…Yield! | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Right of way laws...yield #40

Right of Way Laws. Turning Left…Yield! | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Car on the right has the right of way #41

Car on the Right Has Right of Way | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Right of way laws...yield #42

Right of Way Laws at Four-Way Stops | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Rotary right of way law #43

Rotary Right of Way Law | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Yield to emergency vehicles #44

Yield to Emergency Vehicles | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Yield to funeral processions #45

Yield to Funeral Processions | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Right of way for animals #46

Right of Way for Animals | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Yield to pedestrians #47

Yield to Pedestrians | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Full stop for blind pedestrians #48

Full Stop for Blind Pedestrians | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Don't rely on traffic signals #49

Don’t Rely on Traffic Signals | Auto Insurance Tips

RRules Don't wear headphones when driving #50

Don’t Wear Headphones When driving | Auto Insurance Tips

Keep your engine happy.

Keep Your Engine Happy | Auto Insurance Tips

Smooth Stops Only

Smooth Stops Only | Auto Insurance Tips

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Boost Your Fuel Efficiency | Auto Insurance Tips

Road Rule 54 1200

Brighten Up! | Auto Insurance Tips

Road Rule 55 1200

Rub-a-dub-dub | Auto Insurance Tips

Road Rule 56 1200

Listen up! | Auto Insurance Tips

Road Rule 57 1200

Top it off! | Auto Insurance Tips

Road Rule 58 1200

Rotate and Roll | Auto Insurance Tips

Road Rule 59 1200

Don’t Ignore a Check Engine Light | Auto Insurance Tips

Road Rule 60 1200

Be Emergency Ready | Auto Insurance Tips

Road Rule 61 1200

Keep a Safe Distance | Auto Insurance Tips

Road Rule 62 1200

Use Your Turn Signals | Auto Insurance Tips

Road Rule 63 1200

Speed Limits Save Lives | Auto Insurance Tips

Road Rule 64 1200

Practice Lane Discipline | Auto Insurance Tips

Road Rule 65 1200

Keep Your AC Chill | Auto Insurance Tips

Road Rule 66 1200

Set Car Reminders | Auto Insurance Tips

Road Rule 67 1200

Wheel Alignment Matters | Auto Insurance Tips

Plan your routes Road tip 68

Plan Your Routes | Auto Insurance Tips

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House Safety Tip 17 1200

Secure Your Windows | House Safety Tips

House Safety Tip 1 1200

Safe Keys. Safe Home. | House Safety Tip

House Safety Tip 2 1200

Fire Safety First! | House Safety Tips

House Safety Tip 3 1200

Cybersecurity is Key | House Safety Tips

House Safety Tip 4 1200

Greet Your Neighbors | House Safety Tips

House Safety Tip 5 1200

Secure Your Home | House Safety Tips

House Safety Tip 6 1200

Alarm Systems Are Your Friend | House Safety Tips

House Safety Tip 7 1200

Proper Home Storage is Crucial | House Safety Tips

House Safety Tip 8 1200

Brighten Up Your Home! | House Safety Tips

House Safety Tip 9 1200

Don’t Forget Your Garage | House Safety Tips

House Safety Tip 10 1200

Don’t Broadcast Your Plans | House Safety Tips

House Safety Tip 11 1200

Be Smart With Outdoor Tools | House Safety Tips

House Safety Tip 12 1200

Maintain Your Landscape | House Safety Tips

House Safety Tip 13 1200

Protect Your Mailbox | House Safety Tips

Use Smart Technology | House Safety Tips

Use Smart Technology | House Safety Tips

House Safety Tip 15 1200

Store Valuables Securely | House Safety Tips

House Safety Tip 16 1200

Check Your Home’s Exterior | House Safety Tips

House Safety Tip 18 1200

Avoid Outlet Overload | House Safety Tips

House Safety Tip 19 1200

Stabilize Heavy Furniture | House Safety Tips

House Safety Tip 20 1200

Use Non-slip Mats in Wet Areas | House Safety Tips

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