Are We Getting Enough Sleep to Safely Drive?
Posted: April 3, 2025
Sleep-deprived drivers are turning America’s roadways into danger zones with potentially costly consequences. That’s according to the findings of a new survey sponsored by Erie Insurance examining drivers’ sleeping and driving habits. The survey found that a majority of Americans are sleeping fewer than seven hours per night, the minimum nightly amount recommended by the Center for Disease Control. A lack of sleep can affect...
How to Avoid Hitting a Deer
Posted: December 5, 2024
Autumn is beautiful, but it also introduces some fall driving hazards… deer collisions being one of them. From October to December, mating and hunting season make deer go on the move. For drivers, that means you’re more likely to hit one. According to a 2022 study published in the journal Current Biology, about 2.1 million deer-vehicle collisions happen in the U.S. each year, causing more...
Turkey Tech Talk: 5 ways Technology Can Enhance your Thanksgiving
Posted: November 22, 2016
No gadgets (with the possible exception of an electric turkey-carving knife) are allowed at the Turkey Day table. But up until that moment when all of your nearest and dearest are settled neatly around the table, technology can be a big help in holiday preparations. Here are five ways to put technology to work so you can enjoy a relaxing holiday and stay connected with...
Test Your Home for Radon and Protect your Family’s Health
Posted: July 7, 2016
Radon is an odorless, colorless gas that likely exists in many homes in the United States. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, this naturally occurring gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer. During National Radon Action Month, Grinnell Mutual recommends testing your home for radon. “The most important reason to test your home for radon is to identify potential air quality issues,” said...
What Should I Do if I Start Hydroplaning?
Posted: May 7, 2016
By: Erie Insurance from www.eriesense.com If you can’t avoid traveling on wet roads altogether, it’s best to drive slow and steady. But what should you do if you start hydroplaning anyway? The first thing to do is relax, as frantic movements will only make your situation worse. As you feel your car lose contact with the road, calmly but firmly grip the steering wheel with...