winter driving
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Featured Stories Safety Guides Mobile DVR- January 28, 2025 267
Winter brings a unique set of challenges to the road, especially for commercial fleet drivers who brave the elements to deliver goods and services. Snow-covered highways, icy bridges, and blustery winds are just the beginning. For fleet managers, safety remains the paramount concern, and technology is a critical ally in mitigating the risks associated with winter driving. Among the most effective tools in the technological arsenal is the Digital Video Recorder (DVR) system. Here's how DVR recording can be a significant asset for commercial fleets during the harsh winter months.
Enhanced Safety...
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News Featured Stories Safety Stats- November 30, 2022 548
‘Tis that time of year again, when an extra cup of eggnog can mean the difference between life and death in a wintry storm.
Though this is a bit overly dramatic, we do take winter (and drunk) driving seriously here at RVS.
While we offer both heated systems AND driver fatigue detection systems (including an AI facial recognition dash cam in the works!) that address both of those issues, we also recommend taking preventative steps if you have to hit the road.
Going that extra mile is crucial if you live in one of these 10 states* where driving fatalities are especially high in the winter:...
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News Featured Stories News Releases- March 29, 2022 104
It’s not always cut and dry.
The decision to invest in a potentially life-saving system might seem intuitive to many, but there are some who are either on the fence about it or just under-informed.
Use this quick checklist to know where you stand:
- Was Your Car Built Before 2018?
The older your vehicle, the higher the chances are that it lacks a backup camera system, since the law requiring it in all new vehicles was passed just 4 years ago. If you answered yes, proceed further on.
- Do You Have Any Previous Accidents On Your Record?
This one’s obvious, but we’ll spell it out anyway. Not only...
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News Featured Stories Road Safety Resources & Links- February 22, 2021 88
It’s the most dangerous time of the year, and that goes double for truck drivers.
This season, we’ve witnessed the damage that winter storms can cause, especially in regions unaccustomed to snow, ice, or whiteout conditions.
Here are some common tips (and a few novel ideas) that keep safe driving top of mind for both regular vehicle and truck drivers.
Visibility
- Warm up your vehicle and cab first.
- Make sure your lights, windshield, windows, and mirrors are as clean as possible and take every chance you have to do to wipe them down.
- Invest in heated cold-proof or waterproof camera systems...
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News- December 11, 2018 40
When I was growing up the holidays meant a lot of travel. My family, like 107 million Americans, traveled from Dec. 23 - Jan 1. Having 3 older brothers, it was always a magic trick getting our large family into a car in any kind of timely fashion. We spent Thanksgiving and Christmas with family in Kansas City, about an hour away from home in Topeka. I fondly recall traveling to see the KC plaza lights on Thanksgiving night or falling asleep in the car on the way home from the Christmas Eve party and waking up in my bed on christmas morning.
Christmas Eve at my Aunt and Uncle's house was a big... -
News Featured Stories News Releases- November 18, 2018 106
My idea of winter driving was to warming my Subaru sedan up, leaving early and driving slow/defensively. While the two later latter points are valid, I learned later that heating up the car is not a good idea. I also learned more about winter tires.
Winter Tires
Growing up in the Midwest I definitely heard of winter tires, but had never used them. According to the Traffic Injury Safety Foundation, certain types of these tires can impact braking distance by up to 25 percent. This distance could be the difference between a close call and an accident, which is huge. In adverse winter conditions...
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News Featured Stories- December 20, 2017 86
For many the holiday season is about spending time with family and friends. Personally I'm very excited to get out of New York for a little while and see my family back in Kansas. I'm not the only on traveling for Christmas. Around 63.9 million Americans will travel over 50 miles from home during the Christmas holiday travel period. While i'll be traveling by plane, more than 52.4 million Americans (82% of ALL holiday travelers) intend to travel by automobile. Here are some tips for safe travel.
Travel Tips
- Get your car ready for travel. Check the tire tread, battery, antifreeze, windows and...
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News Road Safety Resources & Links Safety Guides FAQ / Ask The Expert Safety Community- February 17, 2015 95
Feb 16, 2015 | LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (Red Cross) –The American Red Cross reminds Arkansans to continue safe practices during this round of winter weather.
'The Red Cross Tornado App has great information that's useful during winter weather,' stated American Red Cross Communications Director, Brigette Williams. 'The best time to familiarize yourself with what do is before you lose power or find yourself stuck on a highway.'
In addition to power outages tips on what to do before, during and after loss of electricity, the Tornado app provides users with links to Arkansas' major utility company's emergency...
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FAQ / Ask The Expert- December 03, 2014 91
Driving your car while the roads are snowy and icy can be a stressful ordeal. While some vehicles are well-suited for the snow, some are not and require preparation and know-how to keep the car under control.
Steps:
- Get your car serviced regularly. Preventive maintenance is key. Make sure your battery, cooling system, and windshield wipers are in tip-top shape. You’ll spend less money servicing your car than you’ll spend towing and fixing it if your car gives out while you’re on a dark, snowy road.
- Buy snow tires or add chains to your existing tires if you live in a very snowy climate. Snow...
