In a Fender Bender? Here's What To Do

We hope you’re never involved in a car accident. Unfortunately, they do happen. In addition to practicing safe driving, it’s best to be prepared for the unexpected. Keep the following in mind if you ever get in a fender bender:

Stay calm. You don’t want to say or do anything that may worsen an already troubling situation.

Stay at the scene. Make sure you are in a safe place either in or near your vehicle. If you or the other driver(s) need medical attention, call 911 immediately.

Report it. No matter how minor the accident may be, failure to report it to law enforcement is against the law. You also need to exchange insurance information.

Take photos. Use your cell-phone camera, or better yet, have a disposable camera on hand for these situations. Take photos of both vehicles and the area in which the accident occurred.

Take notes. Text yourself or keep a notebook handy so you can jot down notes about what you were doing before the crash, which direction you were headed, when the other driver came into the scene, etc.

Stay on top of it. Keep in constant contact with your insurance company and the repair shop to make sure everything is happening in a timely manner so you can get on with your life.

Pain-free Driving Tips

Driving can be a pain, literally. Sitting for long periods of time can lead to cramps and aches that make it difficult to drive comfortably. A few changes in behavior can make a huge improvement in how you feel during and after your drive.

• Slide your pelvis backward on the seat, align it with your torso and pull your feet toward the seat. You may find you need to scoot your seat closer to the pedals to reach them.
• Relax your back by letting your ribs drop toward your pelvis rather than lifting your chest, and don't push your shoulders or head toward the back of your seat. 
• Realign your shoulders whenever you're feeling achy by doing a shoulder roll with each side, up and down.
• Gently stretch your neck and head periodically, and keep your head aligned with your spine. Leaning your head too far forward or sticking your chin up can cause compression and discomfort. 

MUST See U.S. Landmarks

Summer isn't over yet! Hop in your car and head on an adventure to one of these amazing U.S. destinations. How many have you been to?

1) Mount Rushmore

2) Beaches of San Diego 

3) Rocky Mountains of Colorado

4) San Francisco Bay Bridge

                                     

Series: Best Parks in the U.S.

July is National Vacation Month and we've listed below a few of our favorite parks in the United States. Have you been to any of these? It's awesome to know that such beautiful landmarks can be found in our amazing nation!

1. Grand Canyon National Park - Arizona

2. Sequoia National Park - California

3. Gettysburg National Military Park - Pennsylvania

4. Yosemite National Park - California