Driving Safety Tips to Keep You Safe on the Road

Our safety resources keep you, your family, and your employees safe on the road.

Driver distractions, such as texting and driving, winter weather snow and ice, or other issues, pose serious risks to drivers on the road. We've got the information you need to keep your family and your company safe and claim-free.

Packing Your Car Emergency Kit

This year you’ll probably be spending a lot of time in your car. Before you head out on a trip, make sure your car is in good condition.

Keep your gas tank full.
Check all your other fluids too, like your antifreeze, your motor oil, and your windshield wiper fluid.
Check your spare tire too. It’s easy for it to deflate, or for you to lose the parts of the jack you need to make an emergency tire change.

Here are a few supplies that can help you if you’re stranded or waiting for rescue.

You probably have your cellphone with you, but make sure you also have a phone charger.

Have a snack and water in your car to help keep you going.

Other basics to pack include:

A blanket to stay warm, or as a mat to crawl under your car.
Cat litter for extra traction on slippery roads
A flashlight and extra batteries
An ice scraper and snow brush

Don’t forget the most important rules of the road: Drive safely. Pay attention to other drivers. Go slowly in bad weather. And remember: your emergency kit is there if something goes wrong.

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