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April marks Distracted Driving Awareness Month

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Distracted driving is a problem on America’s roadways, and Distracted Driving Awareness Month in April helps highlight the issue.



Distracted driving has far-reaching, tragic effects

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April marks Distracted Driving Awareness Month and serves as a reminder to keep your eyes—and full attention—on the road.



New slow-moving vehicle video aims to save lives

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A new video funded by a Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles highway safety grant was created to help reduce traffic deaths involving slow-moving vehicles.



Farmers urged to know their limits during safety week

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The American Farm Bureau Federation’s annual Agricultural Safety Awareness Program will be observed March 3-9.



Cellphone use up 57 percent among Va. drivers

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Phones can be more than a major distraction on the roadways when people die from using them.



Combating distracted driving with technology

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Crash avoidance technology could be the most promising avenue for reducing crash risks related to distractions of any type, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.



Protect yourself—and your car—during winter driving

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When the weather turns cold and roads are wet, they become slick or icy, so use extra caution when driving this winter.



Be on fire for safety resolutions in 2019

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The beginning of the new year is a perfect time to test home smoke alarms, which can help save lives in the event of a household fire.  



Deaths from distracted driving on the rise

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Distracted driving is a fast-growing epidemic in Virginia and across the nation.



Use these tips to stay safe during winter driving

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When the weather is cold and roads are wet, they can become slick or icy. Use extra caution when driving this winter.




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