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Florida Gas Prices Top $4 a Gallon for First Time in Four Years as Global Oil Prices Surge
With the Strait of Hormuz still largely closed, ongoing uncertainty continues to push energy markets and prices higher. In total, Florida gas prices have jumped as much as $1.35 per gallon over the past month, rising from $2.88 per gallon to more than $4.20.
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From AAA
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4/6/26
Florida Kicks Off Distracted Driving Awareness Month with Statewide Call for Safer Roads
Last year, more than 52,900 crashes occurred because of distracted driving in Florida, resulting in over 2,100 serious bodily injuries and over 300 fatalities, the most since 2021.
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From The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
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4/5/26
Here's How Florida Troopers Assisted Local Law Enforcement Partners to Promote Public Safety During Spring Break
Historically, citations issued for driving under the influence (DUI) and open-container violations are at their highest during the month of March. This March, over 2,500 citations were issued statewide for driving under the influence.
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From Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
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4/5/26
FLHSMV Warns Motorists of New Scam Alert
The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles is warning motorists of an ongoing fraudulent scheme involving counterfeit court notices that falsely claim to originate from Florida county courts and related judicial offices.
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From FLHSMV
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3/23/26
FLHSMV and FHP Announce March Safety Campaign to Prevent Impaired Driving on Florida Roadways
Each year, lives are lost and families are permanently impacted due to drivers operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or a combination of both. One in three fatal traffic crashes in the state involves an impaired driver and accounts for more than 30% of all traffic fatalities.
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From FLHSMV and FHP
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3/23/26
Florida ranks 13th-highest for fatal crash rate as study reveals routine driving deadlier than complex maneuvers
A new analysis has identified the states with the highest and lowest rates of drivers involved in fatal crashes between 2019 and 2023, as well as the driving maneuvers that frequently precede accidents in the U.S.
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From the Law Offices of James A. Welcome
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3/23/26
Florida Gas Prices Surge at Fastest Pace in Four Years
Summary Florida gas prices are rising तेजी, reaching their highest levels since 2022 due to a sharp increase in global oil prices tied to international conflict. Prices have jumped over …
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From AAA
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3/23/26
Ticket Toro Law Firm Files Federal Lawsuit Challenging Constitutionality of Florida License Plate Law
A Miami law firm has filed a federal lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of a Florida law regulating license plate visibility. The firm argues the statute is so vague that it has led to inconsistent enforcement and hundreds of citations across the state.
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From Ticket Toro
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3/5/26
The rise of road rage: Where drivers lose their cool the most
Temple Injury Law reports a rise in road rage incidents, especially gun-related, with Texas and Florida leading. Factors include traffic congestion and personal stressors.
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Jeff Temple for Temple Injury Law
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2/24/26
The rise of road rage: Where drivers lose their cool the most
Temple Injury Law reports a rise in road rage incidents, especially gun-related, with Florida and Texas leading. Factors include traffic congestion and personal stressors.
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Jeff Temple for Temple Injury Law
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2/18/26
Florida Department of Transportation Honors Crossing Guards on Florida School Crossing Guard Appreciation Day 2026
Thousands of dedicated crossing guards across Florida promote safe driver and pedestrian behaviors, helping advance Target Zero, Florida’s mission to bring the number of traffic fatalities and serious injuries to zero.
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From FDOT
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2/8/26
Traffic Accidents in FL Rack Up 7th Highest Costs
The factors considered for each state were the average cost of the following: the annual minimum liability insurance premium and annual full-coverage premium, ambulance cost per urban mile and rural mile, hospital expenses per day, and vehicle repair labor and parts costs.
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From Fasig Brooks
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2/8/26
FLHSMV Announces Driver License Exams to be Administered in English Only
Previously, knowledge exams for most non-commercial driver license classifications were offered in multiple languages, while Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver License (CDL) knowledge exams were only available in English and Spanish.
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From FLHSMV
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2/8/26
Florida roads to avoid this winter, according to new study
The study analyzed deadly crash data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) over the most recent five-year data available, calculating the number of fatalities and fatal crashes per mile for highways across the country.
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From Phillips Law Firm
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2/8/26
Florida Ranks #2 in the Nation for Law-Abiding Drivers
The study examined the total number of drivers involved in fatal crashes in each state in 2022. The percentage of these instances which involved the following four factors was then identified: the rate of distracted drivers involved in fatal crashes, drivers involved in fatal crashes distracted by a cell phone, speeding drivers involved in fatal crashes, and drivers involved in fatal crashes without a valid license.
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From Anidjar & Levine
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2/8/26
AAA Warns Drivers and Homeowners to Prepare for Frigid Temps: Dead Batteries and Burst Pipes Expected to Surge
Even brief periods of freezing weather can strain car batteries and put vulnerable plumbing at risk. During past cold snaps, AAA has seen a sharp rise in roadside assistance calls for dead batteries, along with an increase in home insurance claims tied to frozen or burst pipes.
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From AAA
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1/27/26
Florida gas prices ease after last week's spike
The state average jumped 14 cents to $2.89 per gallon on Thursday, the highest daily average since December 20th. Since then, prices have begun to ease, slipping 3 cents over the past three days. Here's why.
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From AAA
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1/26/26
Booking flights in 2026? Florida airports sweep top 5 nationally for website security, study reveals
Sites with excellent SSL security ensure your data is more secure and less vulnerable to hackers. The airports were analyzed and given a grade for each metric, with an average overall score out of 100 then calculated.
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From VeePN
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1/25/26
Saturday named most dangerous day to drive in Florida with 1,739 collisions
According to the findings, Saturday recorded 1,739 collisions across Florida, making it the most hazardous day for motorists in the state. This represents 17.48% of all weekly traffic incidents and exceeds the daily average by approximately 22%.
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From Metropolitan Shuttle
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1/25/26
Don’t Overlook Key Coverage Gaps, Start the New Year Right by Reviewing Your Insurance Policy
This 'set it and forget it' approach can create significant coverage gaps. A comprehensive insurance review ensures policy limits align with current needs and replacement costs.
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From AAA
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1/25/26
FLHSMV Urges Drivers to “Move Over” to Protect Those Who Protect Us
Under Florida law, vehicles are required to move over a lane for an emergency, service, utility, and disabled vehicles stopped on the side of the road, or slow down to 20 mph below the posted speed limit if it is not safe to move over.
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From FLHSMV
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1/25/26
FDOT Spotlights 2025's Major Infrastructure Projects Driving the Future of Florida’s Transportation Network
These projects and initiatives are keeping people and goods moving efficiently, improving safety, and strengthening Florida’s economy and workforce.
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From FDOT
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1/25/26
Four Resolutions to Save Lives in the New Year
On average, someone is killed in a car crash every 12 minutes on our nation’s roads, primarily due to four factors. Learn what these are and help save lives in 2026.
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From AAA
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1/6/26
FLHSMV and Florida Highway Patrol Celebrate Landmark Achievements in Public Safety and Service in 2025
From implementing innovative traffic safety programs and expanding community outreach efforts to enhancing immigration enforcement strategies and leveraging new technologies, FLHSMV has worked tirelessly to safeguard lives and promote responsibility on Florida’s roadways.
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From FLHSMV
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1/6/26
Florida Gas Prices Lower Than Last Year, But Global Uncertainty Looms
Although Venezuela was once a significant producer of crude oil, its exports have been limited for years due to sanctions. Analysts say global supply remains sufficient, though any major disruption could put upward pressure on prices.
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From AAA
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1/6/26
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