View "Professor Dave's" Tips for Safer Driving from 2005, 2006, 2007.

"Professor Dave"—actually Dave Melton, director of Transportation Technical Services at Liberty Mutual—shares the secrets to safer driving and some steps to make your car safer. With 37 years of safety expertise, he lends his voice and knowledge to the following Flash animations. Find out more information on each topic by using the safety resource links next to each animation.

Thanks for your attention. Safe Driving!

(All animations require Macromedia Flash Player v. 7 or greater.)


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Buckle Up
This fact sheet counters common seatbelt excuses

SADD/Liberty Teen Driving Survey
Are you a parent? Don't expect your child to buckle up if you don't.


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Research Institute Studies Driver Distraction


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ABS
Stomp and Steer: Use ABS Wisely

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Following Distances
Use the 2-second rule

Escape Routes
The most common cause of head-on collisions is improper passing

Mirror Adjustment
It's not about personal preference, learn the tricks to getting the right adjustment


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Winter Driving
It's more than a change of tires

Bad Weather
Keep your car in good condition for the bad weather. Learn what to check.

Other Resources:

Road Rage

Self Defense on the Road


View "Professor Dave's" Tips for Safer Driving from 2005 and 2006 and 2007.