AUER: a nod to the unsung hero, the passenger
“To all the spouses, partners, and better halves who could very well drive but take on the important role of passenger to make sure everyone arrives safely at their destination: I see you!”
Tag: driving
The challenges as a new driver in Merritt
“Merritt is a bigger city, getting a license takes longer, and certain events around the area of the school cause stress on us beginner drivers. These factors makes it increasingly difficult for the young drivers in town to become safe and confident behind the wheel.”
Merritt RCMP sends out speed warning for Coquihalla and Connector
Merritt RCMP is asking the public to watch their speed on Highway 5 (Coquihalla) and Highway 97C (Connector) with winter conditions now in effect.
Heavy weather system expected Friday evening on Merritt highways
Yellowhead Road and Bridge said a weather system is expected to hit both Hwy. 5 and Hwy. 97C Friday evening through Saturday morning.
Heavy snowfall expected on Coquihalla and Connector Monday evening
A significant winter weather system is expected to hit the Merritt area highways tonight.
YRB reminding drivers that winter weather approaches
The Nicola Valley was recently caught off guard by a harsh October snowfall.
Snowfall warnings for Merritt highways Friday
Both the Coquihalla and the Connector are expecting more snowfall to start late Friday morning.
Winter driving: a handy guide
Both the Coquihalla and Okanagan Connector have already experienced snowfall and winter driving conditions, with more forecasted over the coming weeks.
YRB warns about highway driving in upcoming weather system
The YRB released a detailed report around 10a.m. this morning warning about a significant upcoming weather system.
Weather warnings ahead for highways today
YRB is warning about poor road conditions throughout the day.
Driver caught going 240 km/h on Coquihalla Highway
A driver caught going 240 kilometres per hour on the Coquihalla Highway blamed his speed on...
ICBC caps can withstand lawsuit, save millions, David Eby says
B.C. is catching up to other provinces in putting limits on court costs and pain and suffering...
Speed limits lowered across B.C. — but not on the Coquihalla
In the wake of a UBC study which found that increased speed limits on highways led to a...
End of the gas shortage in sight
Motorists looking to fill up their gas tank in Merritt this weekend should be able to find a full...
Gazing at the phone will cost you
Distracted drivers are being hit harder in the pocketbook as B.C.’s distracted driving fines have...
Exercise when flying or driving
Over the past twenty years of treating patients, I have had a countless number of patients see me...
Rules for driving in the left lane clarified
Drivers must vacate the left lane when a vehicle comes up behind them, unless they are passing...
Safety first on Highway 5A
Dear Editor, We take our old Highway 5A when we want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the...
Pay down that student loan – or else
VICTORIA – In a recent speech, Premier Christy Clark quipped that while teenagers tend to be lazy,...
Province to target left-lane hogs
The left-lane-hugging road hog seems to be a species that particularly flourishes in B.C. It can...
