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Roadside chat – Stalled cars need room-not hugs move over

Crowding a stalled or working vehicle, or failing to let other drivers change lanes, can create the perfect storm for collisions.

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November 22, 2024
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Roadside chat – Seriously siri not now i'm driving

Announcing calls and responding to our conversations unprompted, can actually be a distraction when we’re behind the wheel.

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November 15, 2024
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Roadside Chat – It's the time. It's the place. Deer are in motion.

Iowa DOT crash data shows that November 8th ranks as the No. 1 date for animal crashes in our state over the past decade.

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November 8, 2024
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Roadside Chat – Dear Iowa, eyes up, phone down. – Your deer

Failing to watch for deer makes us most vulnerable to collisions.

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November 1, 2024
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Roadside Chat – Tailgating can cause a real monster mash

The same adrenalin pump and communal spirit that brings us together to kick up our heels can contribute to the aggressive driving behavior of tailgating.

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October 25, 2024
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Roadside Chat – Do you even wear your seat belt bro?

A simple weakness that too many people show in their driving behavior, especially teens, is not wearing their seat belt.

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October 18, 2024
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Roadside Chat – Texting and driving? Weird flex, not cool!

One thing we shouldn’t be flexing on is when someone texts and drives.

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October 11, 2024
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Roadside Chat – Broke down? Walk amuck, you could get struck.

If you are ever stranded along the side of the road, the best course of action is to stay in your car.

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October 4, 2024
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Roadside Chat – Using your blinker. Very demure. Very mindful.

Using your turn signal isn’t just a courtesy; it can keep pedestrians, cyclists, and other motorists safe by understanding your intentions.

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September 27, 2024
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Roadside Chat – Jolene, Jolene I'm begging you to buckle your kids

Keep those you love safe from the dangers of the road is make sure that your kids, or anyone in your vehicle, are safely buckled, every trip, every time.

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September 20, 2024
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Roadside Chat – Friday the 13th – Avoid ladders and speeding

On Friday the 13th, and any day of the month, it is smart to avoid speeding behind the wheel.

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September 13, 2024
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Roadside Chat – Cyclone or Hawkeye? Both wear helmets – Just sayin.'

This weekend Iowa’s annual CyHawk series takes place in Iowa City. No matter who you root for, both sides of the field wear helmets.

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September 6, 2024
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Roadside Chat – Drive High – Get OWI

Getting behind the wheel after using any type of substance that can impair you is extremely dangerous and illegal.

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August 30, 2024
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Roadside Chat – Drive chill - be cool. Kids are back in school

Today marks the first day of school for many Iowa students. There are several steps you can take to make sure your driving keeps students of all ages safe.

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August 23, 2024
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Roadside Chat – Chips & dips. Tailgating May add both to your car.

One way to avoid chips and dips on your car is to leave the tailgating to football parking lots and keep it off the highway.

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August 16, 2024
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