Why Would I Need Private Driving Lessons?   

• In New Hampshire you need to pass a driving test to earn your license, even if you’re an adult.
• Private lessons can help you get back behind the wheel in calm and dignified professional manner after a collision, driving scare, DMV driving test failure, or break from driving.
• In-car private driver training is a great idea even if you already know how to drive. Learn to master difficult road situations by getting comfortable driving in Concord or Manchester, on the highway, or anywhere you go!

Why Choose Street Wise Driving Academy?

• Personalized private lessons are specifically tailored to each individual based on their skill level and goals.
• Our in-car lessons cover everything on the driving test ranging from basic to complex maneuvers.
• You’ll also learn risk reduction driving techniques and valuable tips for vehicle control.

To Schedule a Private Lesson Call 603 540-4056 Today!

The short answer is yes.

We all have performed the winter ritual of scraping ice and snow from our windshield.  We do this ritual so we can see the road ahead and behind us. We all know we do this for our safety and the safety of other motorists.  We always clear our windshields and mirrors, but sometimes ignore the tops and sides of our vehicles, not realizing the safety hazards. These hazards sometimes cause damage to other vehicles, create a slick spot on the road, and even kill.

In 1999, 20-year-old Jessica Smith was traveling along Route 202 in Peterborough when a piece of ice freed itself from the roof of an oncoming 18-wheeler. The piece of ice struck a vehicle near Smith.  The vehicle lost control, slammed into Smith’s vehicle, and killed her.

We now have “Jessica’s Law” requiring all drivers to remove all snow and ice from their vehicles prior to travel on NH roads.  Failure to comply with this is punishable under NH RSA 265:79-b (Negligent Driving) Penalties are a fine of $250-$500 for the first offense with increasing penalties for subsequent offenses; up to and including loss of license.

While we are talking about snow don’t forget about NH RSA 236:20 (Snow Obstruction) prohibits you from placing snow you have removed from your driveway, walkways, etc into the roadway. This is a violation for most, if you’re a commercial contractor it is a misdemeanor.

Please take the extra time to completely clean the snow from your vehicle, don’t forget your license plates both need to be visible. A public service announcement from Street Wise Driving Academy.

Did you know?  Icy roads are weathers number one threat to the average driver
Icy roads kill at least twice the number of people annually than all other severe weather hazards combined (tornadoes hurricanes lightning floods high winds) annual injuries number well into the thousands with many millions in property damage according to (icy road safety.com). Crashes caused by black ice can be terrifying. They can spin you out of control and slam you into another car or object.

Conditions That Cause Black Ice
Black ice is a transparent coating of ice that’s hard to see because it looks like a wet road surface. Although it is difficult to see, black ice is more likely to form in certain places and during certain times, so there are some warning signs drivers can look for, including the following:

• Black ice is likely to form after light rain falls on a road surface when the temperature is just below freezing (32 °F).
• Bridges and overpasses are particularly dangerous because temperatures drop rapidly on elevated surfaces.
• Black ice is also more prevalent on parts of the road that don’t get direct sunlight, such as tree-lined roads.
•  If most of the road is a dull black color, but there’s a patch ahead that appears shiny, you may encounter black ice.
• Even if you have all-wheel drive or four-wheel drive, your vehicle can still lose traction on black ice.

Tips for Driving in Black Ice Conditions
If you’re driving where or when black ice can occur, remember these tips:

• Listen for the sound of water coming off the tires, if it starts to get quieter this could be the start of black ice.
• Watch the car’s thermometer to help alert the driver to this change in condition.
• Watch oncoming traffic are they driving slower than usual, what about car way ahead in your lane.
• Drive slowly. Speeding when there is a possibility for black ice will give you less control if you do encounter an ice patch.
• The distance you need to stop your vehicle on black ice can be nine times the distance required to stop on a dry road.
• Use your headlights in the afternoon and evening to help you see any shiny spots on the road that could be black ice.
• Check your tire tread. If it is worn, you will have less traction if you hit a black ice patch.
• When there is a potential for black ice, never drive with your cruise control active.
• Steer slowly; keep your car in balance.
• Wear your seat belt (should be a no-brainer)

Please share this info with your children and check out icyroadsafety.com for a free online course, myths, videos, statistics and more winter driving tips.

Pre-Launch Updates
The following items date back to before the launch of our redesigned website. These updates are:

• The flyer and press release from our April 2014 Parent Driving Zone Seminar
• An article of our students visiting Weare Police Department
• A gallery our students learning outside of the classroom