Category: Driving News

Street-legal vehicles are listed as:

• Automobiles
• Trucks
• Motorcycles

And you can get a DUI in ANY motorized vehicle. Anything you can think of. Even driving a tractor can get you a DUI. Just remember that when you’re on the road drinking in anything it could be counted as illegal. Riding a horse while drinking would not be counted as a DUI but you will still be charged. No matter where or when you should not be driving anything drunk. If you have anymore questions feel free to ask us at A-1 Driving Schools! Drive safe!

Under Georgia law, motorists are prohibited from operating a motor vehicle when blood alcohol concentration (BAC) levels are at 0.08% or more. Because everybody reacts to alcohol differently, one or two drinks may not be safe for some drivers to get behind the wheel. No matter what while you are on the road you should try your best to keep you and those around you safe, so you should try to abstain from drinking AT ALL before driving. It is imperative that you and those around you are safe on the road, so do not risk it. Take an Uber, Lyft, or ask a trusted friend to drive you.

If you have any questions feel free to contact us at A-1 Driving Schools! Stay safe!

Over the weekend, a man from Georgia was arrested for driving a four-wheeler while under the influence. Bibb County deputies pulled over the driver while he was riding a four-wheeler on Hawkinsville Road. The man had active warrants for his arrest, and was identified as David Todd Fenley by the deputies. According to an arrest report, Fenley had an odor of alcohol emanating from his breath and was slurring his speech.

The most dangerous thing you can do on the road in drink. Wether you’re riding a dirt-bike, four-wheeler, or a bike, you can get a DUI. Four-wheelers can still be a danger on the road, so drive with caution while on the road no matter what you’re driving. If you have anymore questions about this situation feel free to ask us at A-1 Driving Schools.

• Stop for stop signs and red lights
• Follow all traffic signs and traffic laws
• Go with the flow (of traffic)
• Use turn lanes and arm turn signals so cars know where you’re going
• Follow the posted speed limit
• Don’t block traffic in a travel lane
• Use lights when biking at night/in bad weather
• Yield right of way to cars and other bike riders when you’re entering roadways
• Don’t use your phone while biking
• DO NOT bike while intoxicated
• Aggressive driving is never cool, especially when there is a cyclist or bike lane nearby
• Watch out for tractor trailers making wide right turns

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Here is exactly what to do what approaching a stationary vehicle, and what to do when approaching a parked emergency vehicle!

1. When approaching a parked emergency vehicle flashing yellow, amber, white, red, or blue lights, drivers should slow down and move over a lane if possible. If that’s not feasible, they should drive at a speed that is safe for the road and traffic conditions, which is less than the posted speed limit.
2. Approach stationary emergency vehicles with caution. Change lanes if possible, or slow down to a safe and reasonable speed that is below the posted speed limit. Violators will be fined up to $500.

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1. Plan ahead and merge into the lane closest to your destination exit.
Keep reading the guide signs for your destination exit and remaining distance. You should plan ahead and start moving to the lane closest to your destination exit in advance (at least about two miles in advance of reaching your destination exit).

Never start changing lanes at the very last minute in order to exit.

2. Signal when changing lanes.
Always use your turn signals, so the other drivers know that you are changing lanes and exiting the freeway.

3. Follow the freeway exit’s speed limit.
When you are on the exit ramp, slow down, look for the speed limit signs and reduce your speed to the appropriate speed limit for the exit ramp.

Consider the following about exiting the freeway:

• On most freeways, the exit ramps are located on the very right lane.
• On some freeways, the exit ramps are located on the left lane.
• There are freeway guide signs providing information about each exit ramp’s route number, location, destination’s street name and the distance left to reach each exit ramp.

51-year-old Jane Welch was arrested at the Park Village apartment complex after driving drunk while children were aboard her bus. The authorities were alerted by the bus company to conduct a well-being check on Welch at approximately 7:15 a.m. Subsequently, 25 minutes later, Welch was apprehended on the grounds of her slurred speech, strong odor of alcohol, and her attempt to maintain her balance by grabbing the student’s seat. Bus driver Welch was fired and charged with driving under the influence, negligent operation of a vehicle, and child endangerment while students were on board. The investigation is ongoing.

We’re glad nobody got hurt in that situation. It’s pretty scary that a kid who was being looked after had to go through that. This whole thing shows how important it is to make sure kids have a safe and secure environment, and that they’re taken care of by people who are responsible and they can trust. Even though we’re relieved nothing bad happened, it’s just not okay to put a kid in that kind of situation, especially when they’re supposed to be under someone’s care. We hope this never happens to your child, and the chances are very slim.

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Last month in TV presence Richard Sherman was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. Washington state law defines DUI as “driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor, cannabis, or any drug,” including having a blood alcohol level of 0.08 or greater or having more than 5 nanograms of active THC per milliliter of blood. It wasn’t clear if allegations against Sherman regarded alcohol, marijuana or another intoxicant. Previously in the summer of 2021, Sherman was arrested on charges of driving under the influence. He crashed his car then proceeded to try to break into his in-law’s home.

According to the 2022 NSDUH, 172.7 million adults ages 18 and older (67.4% in this age group) reported that they drank in the past year. This is a big majority of society, which could in certain times be dangerous. One of those times is driving. Driving under the influence is one of the most simple things to do but the most dangerous. We are glad Richard Sherman wasn’t hurt, but we truly hope he learns from his past mistakes. Drinking is completely acceptable, but driving after isn’t. If you need a trustworthy driving school to help you or your loved one with any of your driving needs, don’t be afraid to visit the A-1 Driving Schools Website!

The screenshot above shows just a slight fraction of the all the major holidays, and the DUI arrests that come along with them. This chart was made by the Ohio State Highway Patrol to show the OVI(operating a vehicle impaired) arrests from 2023. That year, Saint Patrick’s Day ranked fourth in the number of these cases of any holiday. Then, last year, the number of people caught driving drunk or high on St. Patrick’s Day spiked up even more.

This shows what all can happy in one day when people drive impaired. St. Patricks Day was the only single day holiday and showed a great amount of crashes. Days like these remind us the great impact driving has on our society. If you have recently needed help from a driving school A-1 Driving Schools is here to help!

Green EVERYWHERE, music, dancing, and drinking are aspects of St. Patrick’s Day we cherish, and these traditions have been going on for years. As you’re reading this blog you may not drink today, are planning to drink later, already drank. Either of three are fine, but if you were planning to drink today, have a form of transportation to help you get to places with out running the risk of a DUI. We hope everyone has a great St. Patrick’s day. Stay safe!

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