Safe Driving Tips For Small- Business Owners

Monday, March 1, 2010

(NAPSA)}—Ifyou're a business owner who dependson a vehicle for work,reliable transportation is a must. Commercial auto insurance group Progressive offers thesetips for keeping your vehicle running smoothly and safely while you're onthe road: * Keep your vehicle maintained. Schedule regular professional inspections, and repair or replace parts when necessary(not when you havetimeto get around to it). * Keep a safe distance. If you're driving a truck, you might be carrying mere weight than other drivers, so try to keep a two- to three-second distance between yourvehicle and the car in front of you. This will give you enough room to come to a complete stop in case the car in front slamsonthebrakes. * Pull over. When you need to check your map or change your destination, take the next exit or stop at the nearest rest area. Small-business owners should haveliability and physical dam- age insurance to cover damage to their vehicles. Be ready for the unexpected. Makesure your vehicle and your businessare properly insured. You should haveliability and physical damage insurance, which covers damage you cause to your vehicle—or someoneelse’s—in case of anaccident. For more information or to find a local agent, visit www. progressivecommercial.com.

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