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Brake checking is a dangerous behavior that can result in serious accidents on the road and lead to serious legal repercussions. It occurs when a driver suddenly slams on their brakes in front of another driver as an act of aggression. While it may seem like a satisfying way to retaliate against a driver who is tailgating you or displaying bad road etiquette, brake checking can have real consequences. One of the primary dangers of brake checking is the risk of causing a rear-end collision. When a driver suddenly slams on their brakes, the driver behind them may not have enough time to react and stop in time, causing a crash. Additionally, brake checking can escalate road rage incidents, leading to more aggressive and dangerous driving behavior. If you find yourself in a situation where you are tempted to brake check another driver, it is important to resist the urge. Instead, try the following alternative coping mechanisms: Take a deep breath and count to 10 before reacting. Move into a different lane or pull over to allow the other driver to pass. Focus on safe driving practices and follow traffic laws to ensure your own safety. Remind yourself that this incident is just one minute out of your day and insignificant to the big picture of your life. Remember, brake checking is illegal and not worth the risk of causing an accident or putting yourself and others in danger.

Do you hate stopping at the gas station? Do you feel like you’re spending a lot more time there than usual, or even spending a lot of money on gas? Here’s a solution for that - drive your car in such a way that your fuel economy is maximized! We can’t tell you that you’ll go from getting 30mpg to 70mpg - that’s just not possible unless you got a completely new car - but you can see a couple miles per gallon worth of improvement, which can definitely add up over time! Here are our tips on driving to maximize your fuel economy. Don’t speed. When you speed, you’re accelerating and decelerating a lot, which messes with your MPG’s. For every five mph over 50 you go, you’re paying roughly 10-20 cents more per gallon of gas. If you have a storage box or bicycle rack on your roof, consider switching to something that is rear-mounted. With something bulky on your roof, your aerodynamics decrease, which in turn decreases your mileage. Avoid idling as much as possible. Come to a full stop and then turn off your vehicle. Idling wastes a lot of gas, and also is pretty bad for the environment when you think about the exhaust. Use your cruise control! It eliminates extra acceleration and deceleration that might happen when you’re driving on the highway and keeps you moving at a consistent speed. I’ve been using it more and have seen my MPG’s go up! Have patience and focus on safety. When you’re paying attention, you’re more likely to drive safely and save gas at the same time! Our Most Fuel Efficient Vehicles!