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55+ driver program offered in early April

Posted: 3/15/06

The Minnesota Highway Safety Center will be offering a 55+ Driver Improvement Course on April 5 and 12 (8 -hour full course) 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. at Fairview Chisago Lake Medical Center in Chisago City.

The Driver Improvement course is open to the public; however, pre-registration is requested. A Minnesota Highway Safety & Research Center certified instructor teaches this class.

Driver safety, confidence and comfort are enhanced by utilizing the most up-to-date research in the field, including the latest visual scanning and steering techniques, anti-lock braking (ABS) skills, airbag information, driver distraction, road rage and new vehicle technology.

The fee for the four hour refresher course is $18 and the eight hour course is $20.

For more information or to register call 1-888-234-1294.

Persons age 55 and older who complete the course qualify for a 10 percent discount on their auto insurance premiums for three years, according to Minnesota law.

First time participants must complete two four-hour sessions. Repeat persons are required to take a four-hour refresher course.


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