As reported by AAA, there are almost 24,000,000 Americans that will be regularly traveling the country's highways as we enter into the 2009 holiday season. Beginning with Thanksgiving and lasting through the New Year, driving is by far the most popular transportation choice. That means increased probabilities for automotive accidents - and that can definitely lessen your probability for finding affordable automobile insurance rates. Especially for the adverse weather conditions of the holiday season, CheapAutoInsurance.com presents you with safety tips to keep your insurance premiums the lowest they can possibly be.

• No booze allowed - Do not drink and drive! Did you know that more people are killed in alcohol-related automotive accidents during the Thanksgiving holiday than at any other time of the year? The stress, rushing and bad weather that accompany the holidays are all plenty enough to deal with. Any amount of alcohol in your system has the potential to impair your driving abilities further. And remember, there are more police out there than you can imagine.
• Watch out for the leaves! It's autumn and the leaves are falling throughout much of the United States. Piled-up leaves can make it difficult to discern where the shoulder of the road is. They also hide potholes and other road debris. Not to mention, when leaves are wet, they are slippery - and when they're dry, they are fire hazards.
• When middle-of-the-night temperatures drop down low, they often form black ice and frost. Be especially careful on bridges and other types of overpasses because they accumulate this frost. Be weary of areas that have lots of shade where frost could accumulate and create black ice. Heavy fog is also common throughout many areas in the states during the holiday season. Turn on your bright lights. Slow down. Utilize extra caution in such conditions.
• Beware of Bambi! Besides being chased by thousands of hunters, Autumn deer are breeding actively - especially in the early mornings and at dusk. Remember that deer like to travel in groups as well.

Maintaining an accident-free driving record will greatly enhance your ability to benefit from inexpensive auto insurance rates. Utilizing defensive and strategic driving habits, especially during heavily-congested traffic in the middle of adverse weather conditions, will keep you and your family members safe and sound. Slow down and remain attentive at all times behind the wheel - and have a wonderful holiday season!