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What Causes Accidents
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Avoidance of Traffic Signals
Learn the dangers of taking short cuts through parking lots.
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Aggressive Driving
Research the dangers of aggressive driving.
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Right Turns
Read about the most common locations for accidents in Springfield.
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"Brake Check"
Learn the dangers of performing what many today call a "brake check."
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Cell Phone Use While Driving
Discover the dangers of using a cellular phone while driving.
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Common Cause of Traffic Crashes
Read about the dangers of driving while intoxicated and using a cell phone while driving.
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Courtesy Can Cause Accidents
Some drivers in Springfield have caused accidents from being too kind and courteous behind the wheel.
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Driving While Fatigued
Read about the dangers of driving when you are tired.
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Driving While Medicated
Discover why you should not drive if you are on medication.
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I Only Looked Away for a Second
View the importance of always paying full attention to the road.
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If You Can't See, Don't Go
Look both ways and be aware of vision obstructions before pulling out into traffic.
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Most Frequent Accident
Approximately 80% of all traffic accidents are caused by one vehicle striking another in the rear.
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One-Way Streets
Learn how to properly navigate 1-way streets in Springfield.
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Please Pay Attention
Most accidents can be prevented by paying more attention to the road when you drive.
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Preventing Road Rage
Look up the dangers of road rage and find ways to help stay calm behind the wheel.
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Respect Red
View information on the Respect Red campaign and help limit crashes in Springfield.
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Steering Overcorrection
One of the most common driving errors that get people hurt or killed is steering over correction.
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Tailgating
Remember not to follow vehicles too closely.
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Time Management
Discover how proper time management can keep you safe behind the wheel.
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Watch Out for the Other Guy
Learn to use caution at intersections.