Incorrect Road Signage in Delaware
Incorrect Road Signage in Delaware In the above News Journal cartoon, Santa is directing one of his elves to deliver to DelDOT a document on how to design a road. While humor can be entertaining, there is also humor that falls into the category of sad humor. Unfortunately, the above Santa cartoon falls into the […]
Delaware Work Zone Safety
Delaware’s roadways are constantly being maintained and improved upon. It is the driver’s responsibility to be aware of shifting or narrowing lanes, reduced speed requirements and follow flagger instructions (when applicable).
Bicycle Awareness and Rights in Delaware
Delaware is one of only a few states with laws in place to foster and protect bicycle use. Persons on bicycles have rights and responsibilities just like any other vehicle on Delaware roadways. It is important to anticipate potential conflicts and hazards involving cyclists. They operate with significantly less mass and are especially vulnerable when […]
Vehicle Occupant Protection System
Vehicle Occupant Protection System QUESTION: What is free, can actually save money and has the potential save your life? ANSWER: Using your vehicle’s occupant protection system is absolutely FREE. It does not cost a single penny to buckle-up, but it could cost you money if the police officer sees you or your passenger(s) on Delaware […]
Rural Road Conditions in Delaware
Rural Road Conditions in Delaware COUNTRY DRIVING — a favorite of the FORCE! QUESTION: What type of lines (straight/curved) make the bend in the road identified by the sign pictured above? ANSWER: STRAIGHT LINES! But the road “CURVES” is generally what is said to challenge the STRAIGHT LINE answer. “The D Team” responds! It is […]
One-Way & Two-Way Roads – Passing and Lane Changing
One-Way & Two-Way Roads – Passing and Lane Changing Is North Van Buren Street in Wilmington in the picture above a one-way street or a two-way street? Easy answer — it is a two-way street. The DOUBLE SOLID YELLOW LINE is separating 2 single lanes of opposite direction traffic. The SOLID YELLOW LINE also indicates […]
Delaware Roads – Pavement Line Markings
Delaware Road Pavement Line Markings QUESTION: A single solid white line is identified in Delaware Law as meaning what? THE ANSWER: Delaware Law does not have any identification of the meaning of a solid white line. In fact, Delaware Law does not identify the meaning of any PAVEMENT LINE MARKINGS be it YELLOW or WHITE. […]
Following and Stopping Distance In Delaware
Following and Stopping Distance In Delaware A reading of Delaware Law below clearly identifies “THERE ARE NO ABSOLUTES” for determining a legal following distance. TITLE 21 Motor Vehicles Operation and Equipment CHAPTER 41. RULES OF THE ROAD § 4123. Following too closely. (a) The driver of a vehicle shall not follow another vehicle more closely […]
Delaware Speed Laws and Signs
Delaware Speed Laws and Signs Which of the signs below is the most effective in warning motorists of a slower speed zone ahead? Picture #14-8 Picture #14-9 THE ANSWER: PICTURE #14-9! The sign that identifies the actual maximum speed limit ahead is a real benefit. DelDOT is in the process of replacing the original “REDUCED […]
Vehicle Air Bags
Did You Know? 1. Air Bags do not prevent rear window ejections. 2. Air Bags do not prevent side door ejections.