You Drink, You Drive, You Dumb

When I moved to Texas in the late 70’s, everybody in the car could have an open container…even the driver.I thought you’d get a ticket if you didn’t drink and drive in Texas.Or, at the very least, you’d be called a pussy (by the cops).Being from out of state, I had the impression that Texas…

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I AM A REFORMED NON-SIGNALER

Ever have someone point out just how bad of a driver you are?I thought my driving skills were unsurpassed.Until one afternoon, I met up with my boyfriend to see a movie.Since we were both in separate cars, afterward, he followed me home.When we arrived, he said “Hey there, Cougar” (that’s his pet name for me…

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Defensive Driving Texas

Learning Defensive Driving in Texas There are many major national roads which pass through Texas, and whether you are a professional driver in the courier industry or you use a car for personal transport, driving big roads can be dangerous. It is wise to learn defensive driving, as Texas roads see their fair share of…

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A NEED TO SPEED … I MEAN

Love to speed? Come on down to Texas!! The Texas Legislature is considering raising the maximum speed limit to a whopping 85 mph. The Texas House of Representatives have already approved the bill that would raise the speed limit to 85 mph on some highways.The bill now goes to the State Senate. When I first…

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APRIL SHOWERS

  April showers bring May flowers. But, for Texans, they bring hydroplaning mayhem as well as vehicle drownings. In fact, Texas leads the Nation in vehicle drownings. Kind of sad, isn’t it? That they talk about the vehicle drowning and not the people in it??…Cold. Apparently, it’s mostly pick-up trucks. Really??In Texas??Go figure. If you…

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