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Virginia Tech researcher shares tips on avoiding distracted driving

Read full article: Virginia Tech researcher shares tips on avoiding distracted driving

Distracted driving endangers lives on the road every day, and a researcher at Virginia Tech is sharing tips on how to stay safe when your phone tempts you while youโ€™re behind the wheel.

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Vigil held for victims of suspected drunk driving crash in Roanoke

Read full article: Vigil held for victims of suspected drunk driving crash in Roanoke

A man was arrested for DUI Manslaughter after a two-vehicle crash occurred in Northwest Roanoke on Friday night, Roanoke Police Department said.

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13 injured, including 5 children, following crash in Wythe County

Read full article: 13 injured, including 5 children, following crash in Wythe County

13 people were injured, five of whom were children, following a two-vehicle crash that occurred in Wythe County on Saturday morning, Virginia State Police said.

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VDOT promoting safe driving with National Work Zone Awareness Week

Read full article: VDOT promoting safe driving with National Work Zone Awareness Week

The Virginia Department of Transportation is promoting safe driving from April 21 to April 25 with National Work Zone Awareness Week. This yearโ€™s theme is โ€œRespect the zone, so we all get home.โ€

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April is distracted driving awareness month

Read full article: April is distracted driving awareness month

Today may be April Foolโ€™s Day, but distracted driving is no joke.

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VDOT gives recommended traffic patterns for those heading to Martinsville Speedway this weekend

Read full article: VDOT gives recommended traffic patterns for those heading to Martinsville Speedway this weekend

The Virginia Department of Transportation has given numerous recommendations for race fans who are driving to Martinsville Speedway from March 28 to March 30.

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VSP warns of drunk drivers ahead of St. Patrickโ€™s Day celebrations

Read full article: VSP warns of drunk drivers ahead of St. Patrickโ€™s Day celebrations

Many people are expected to celebrate St. Patrickโ€™s Day all weekend, so the Virginia State Police is urging Virginians to stay safe on the road.

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Gus Nicks traffic test times improving

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The City of Roanoke and the Town of Vinton have reported that the travel times for the ongoing Gus Nicks Boulevard Lane Reconfiguration Demonstration Project have neared pre-demonstration levels.

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What you need to know about staying safe on the roads during heavy winter weather

Read full article: What you need to know about staying safe on the roads during heavy winter weather

The Roanoke Police Department are offering up some tips to keep safe on the roads as well as some hazards to watch out for.

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Virginia Tech research aiming to reduce deer and elk hazards on roadways

Read full article: Virginia Tech research aiming to reduce deer and elk hazards on roadways

Deer and elk are unpredictable road hazards, but Virginia Tech researchers are working to reduce drivers' risks.

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Winter storm causes hundreds of crashes in Virginia

Read full article: Winter storm causes hundreds of crashes in Virginia

The recent winter storm brought freezing temperatures, ice, and snow, leading to hundreds of crashes across the Commonwealth. Virginia State Police are urging drivers to plan ahead as another storm looms this weekend.

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WATCH: Interview With Rob Issem on pedestrian safety in Roanoke

Read full article: WATCH: Interview With Rob Issem on pedestrian safety in Roanoke

Here is a 10 News digital exclusive interview with Rob Issem on pedestrian safety.

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How to cope with losing an hour of sleep due to Daylight Saving Time

Read full article: How to cope with losing an hour of sleep due to Daylight Saving Time

We moved our clocks forward one hour but losing that hour of sleep may throw you off for a while.

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Consumer Reports: Do you need all-wheel drive?

Read full article: Consumer Reports: Do you need all-wheel drive?

If it seems like most new cars are sold with all-wheel drive, youโ€™re not wrong.

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VDOT working to widen off-ramp onto Orange Ave. in Roanoke

Read full article: VDOT working to widen off-ramp onto Orange Ave. in Roanoke

Improvements are coming to Orange Avenue in Roanoke.

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Turn around, donโ€™t drown: AAA shares safety tips for driving in rainy weather

Read full article: Turn around, donโ€™t drown: AAA shares safety tips for driving in rainy weather

AAA said only about six inches of water is enough to cause drivers to lose control of their vehicles. They told us their biggest advice is to turn around and donโ€™t drown.

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Roanoke mechanic shares car winterization tips

Read full article: Roanoke mechanic shares car winterization tips

With temperatures depleting and winter right around the corner, itโ€™s important to make sure your car is in tip-top shape.

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Daylight savings causes safety concerns on the road

Read full article: Daylight savings causes safety concerns on the road

Drivers need to be cautious of blinding glare on the road, caused by daylight savings.

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Put your phone down, just drive

Read full article: Put your phone down, just drive

You may have seen signs on the roads that talk about putting your phone down while driving. Thatโ€™s because itโ€™s National Do Not Disturb While Driving Day.

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Virginia Dept. of Wildlife Resources shares tips to avoid hitting a deer on the road this fall

Read full article: Virginia Dept. of Wildlife Resources shares tips to avoid hitting a deer on the road this fall

Fall is here! Along with the beautiful colors and falling leaves comes an increased number of deer on the roadways.

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Consumer Reports | A how-to guide on leasing a car

Read full article: Consumer Reports | A how-to guide on leasing a car

Buying a new car is challenging, some drivers find car prices so expensive, that they are considering leasing their next car.

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Range anxiety: Worried your electric vehicle will run out of battery?

Read full article: Range anxiety: Worried your electric vehicle will run out of battery?

We take a test drive into the world of electric vehicles -- uncovering the practicality, infrastructure challenges and the future.

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Five ways to speed up your next DMV trip

Read full article: Five ways to speed up your next DMV trip

Sometimes, making appointments to take care of business can be a hassle, but the Virginia DMV is offering up a few tips to help you make your next trip to the office a bit speedier.

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Need a ride across the state? This company could be alternative to Uber and Lyft

Read full article: Need a ride across the state? This company could be alternative to Uber and Lyft

Some might know it, but there is a rideshare for long distances that exists.

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Drivers frustrated by highway use fee in Virginia

Read full article: Drivers frustrated by highway use fee in Virginia

Some may be surprised by the highway use fee youโ€™ll have to pay when renewing your carโ€™s registration, leading to cost concerns for some in our area.

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Virginia Department of Wildlife: How to avoid hitting a deer on the road

Read full article: Virginia Department of Wildlife: How to avoid hitting a deer on the road

Deer will be on the move in the coming months, according to the Virginia Department of Wildlife. This means the chances of hitting a deer on the road are higher.

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Driving program works to keep young drivers safe

Read full article: Driving program works to keep young drivers safe

Street Survival is an all-day intensive driving program with the goal of preparing young drivers for dangerous road scenarios.

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โ€˜We cannot afford to be California!โ€™: Gov. Youngkin vows to fight against gas-vehicle ban

Read full article: โ€˜We cannot afford to be California!โ€™: Gov. Youngkin vows to fight against gas-vehicle ban

While speaking before an energized crowd Monday, Governor Glenn Youngkin doubled down on his vow to repeal a state law that would ban the sale of new gasoline-powered vehicles by 2035, a law tying Virginia to Californiaโ€™s plan.

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DMV Mileage Choice Program enrollment opens for Virginia drivers

Read full article: DMV Mileage Choice Program enrollment opens for Virginia drivers

The DMV said drivers who choose to participate in the program will only pay for the miles they drove.

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VDOT finishing up construction, straightening dangerous S-curve on U.S. 460

Read full article: VDOT finishing up construction, straightening dangerous S-curve on U.S. 460

VDOT is finishing a two-year construction project that straightened a dangerous, 1.5-mile S-curve in the eastbound lane.

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Central Virginia law enforcement educates drivers ahead of national Click It or Ticket event

Read full article: Central Virginia law enforcement educates drivers ahead of national Click It or Ticket event

The campaign will run from May 22 through June 5, and you could face a $25 fine if youโ€™re caught.

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Drivers still see rising prices at the pump, experts say demand will continue

Read full article: Drivers still see rising prices at the pump, experts say demand will continue

Drivers continue to see soaring prices at the pump. The national average is $3.27, which is up seven cents from the week of Oct. 4. In Virginia, the average is $3.10. Thatโ€™s up nine cents from the previous week.

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Two-way traffic returning to Downtown Lynchburg

Read full article: Two-way traffic returning to Downtown Lynchburg

The transition from the current one-way streets to two-way streets will occur in three phases

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How you can avoid distracted driving and save a life

Read full article: How you can avoid distracted driving and save a life

Distracted driving can vary from adjusting the AC, heat or radio, looking for something or putting on makeup while youโ€™re driving; anything that takes your attention from the road.

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