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How to Stay Sharp: 5 Long Commute Driving Tips

In Nova Scotia, a “long commute” can mean a few different things. It could be your daily 45-minute drive across the MacKay Bridge in rush hour traffic, or it might be a two-hour summer trip to a cottage on the South Shore. Whatever your journey looks like, applying smart long commute driving tips is essential […]

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Parking Lot Safety Tips : Defensive Driving Where You Least Expect It

We spend our highway drives on high alert, but the moment we pull into a parking lot, our defensive driving mindset often switches off. This is a critical mistake. While the speeds are low, these environments are chaotic and unpredictable. Learning and applying specific parking lot safety tips is a key part of being a […]

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Defensive Driving Myths: 5 Common Beliefs Debunked

Here in Nova Scotia, we take pride in being good drivers. But over time, it’s easy to pick up habits or beliefs that seem right but are actually common defensive driving myths. These misconceptions can give you a false sense of security, which is the last thing you want when navigating a busy roundabout in […]

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Nova Scotia Driving Safety: Your Guide for Weekend Road Trips

There’s nothing quite like a weekend road trip in Nova Scotia. But enjoying the Cabot Trail or the South Shore requires more than just a full tank of gas, it requires a focus on Nova Scotia driving safety. This guide uses defensive driving principles to prepare you for the unique challenges of our local roads, […]

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