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Mountain Driving – ComedyDefensiveDriving.com

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Daun Thompson

I always thought that I would be an awesome mountain climber. Because I am not afraid of heights…but I am terrified of widths. In the past, when I would tour from the Pacific Northwest, all the way down through Colorado, … Continue reading →

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TOURIST TRAPS – ComedyDefensiveDriving.com

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Daun Thompson

What a novel idea Walt Disney had when he chose to have every ride at Disney World exit through a gift shop. Walt Disney World is the ultimate tourist trap. And, being located in the state with the highest population … Continue reading →

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Hydroplaning – ComedyDefensiveDriving.com

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Daun Thompson

To me, hydroplaning is like water skiing in your car. When I was a kid, my father would intentionally hydroplane just for a thrill. He would also take his three little girls out in his speed boat, drink a case … Continue reading →

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Animals In The Road – Hit Or Miss – ComedyDefensiveDriving.com

Posted on October 15, 2012 by Daun Thompson

I was listening to a talk radio station in my car. Apparently, a study has been conducted regarding animals that mate for life. I was a bit surprised that this particular study is being funded, while a much more important … Continue reading →

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SIGNS, SIGNALS AND MARKINGS – SAFETY IS KNOWLEDGE / KNOWLEDGE IS POWER – ComedyDefensiveDriving.com

Posted on September 10, 2012 by Daun Thompson

There are many “universal” signs. For example, the peace sign is known world-wide.  And, least we forget the infamous finger (which is one half of the peace sign), the shape of a stop sign (octagon), the colors red (stop), yellow … Continue reading →

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Live, Learn and Save

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Daun Thompson

Not only are gas prices skyrocketing, insurance rates seem to be going up too. As a result, more people are taking a defensive driving class to get an insurance discount. Not only adults, but teens as well. In most states, … Continue reading →

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MOVE it OVER…IT’S THE LAW

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Daun Thompson

I am curious as to how many people really don’t even know about the Move Over Law and what it means. The law went into effect September 1, 2003. Just this week, a Denton, Texas police officer stopped to help … Continue reading →

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YOUR SICK RIDE

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Daun Thompson

Why does my garage floor look like a Jackson Pollock painting? Swirls of lubricants and oils, yellow, red and blue. Something is leaking from somewhere and I need to get to the bottom of it before it’s too late. My … Continue reading →

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Improving Your View

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Daun Thompson

I took an evening to see a movie with a friend. There is nothing more alluring than seeing a film on the big screen. The surround sound is something you cannot get at home. Well, maybe now with the home … Continue reading →

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What Happens in the HOV Stays in the HOV

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Daun Thompson

H.O.V. is an acronym for the High Occupancy Vehicle lane.  In most states, the minimum occupancy of a vehicle to legally drive in the HOV lane is two people.  You, the driver (duh), while the second party can be a child in … Continue reading →

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