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One of the growing trends happening as a result of gas prices is the fact that there are many more people riding their bikes. I haven’t seen too many where I live, but the news reports and the media say it’s true.

Unfortunately, this means an increased chance for accidents because many drivers aren’t accustomed to looking for bikes on the road. But drivers aren’t the only culprit in this situation. Bike riders aren’t exempt from the rules of the road simply because they’re not in a gasoline-powered vehicle. So whether you’re a bike rider or a driver, don’t forget these basic rules of the road to help ensure everyone’s safety:

• Stop at stop signs and red lights. Make sure the way is clear before proceeding through the intersection.
• Go the right way on one-way streets.
• Look for others on the roads and be courteous.

Is there anything wrong with following these simple rules? Besides, if you’re driving away from your local Buick dealer with a shiny new car, the last thing you want to do is get in an accident with a biker or another car and ruin that gloss. If we all just follow the rules and be patient, we’ll all get wherever we need to go safe and sound.

Did you know a GPS device can help you save gas? It’s true. That’s assuming, however, that you use it wisely. Here are some ways these handy devices can help you save gas.

• Look up directions before you go somewhere so you can take the fastest and shortest route.
• Find alternate routes to your destination when you find yourself in a traffic jam. Instead of sitting still and burning fuel, you can find another way to go.
• Instead of pulling over to read maps and leaving your car running, you can keep driving while the GPS device does all the work for you.
• Some GPS devices will give you turn-by-turn directions so you don’t make a single wrong turn and waste gas by getting lost.

These aren’t just theories, either. The Virginia Tech Transportation Institute has done studies on drivers who use navigation devices and those who don’t. The researchers found that navigation devices helped reduce the amount of time on the road and the distance traveled.

When you purchase a new or certified pre-owned vehicle from your local Mercedes-Benz dealer, you might have a navigation device built-in depending on which model you choose. If not, make a stop at your local electronics store. You can get a quality GPS device for $100. The gas you’ll save in the long run will definitely be worth it.