We first open the mail bag to answer a few of the more interesting questions I have received lately. Then I visit with Dayna Edens with a website called ConsumerAffairs, not to be confused with Consumer Reports, to chat about their driver study that looked at driver knowledge of driving laws, driving confidence, safety habits and driver behavior. Link to the study is below. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.    Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   Driving Habits Survey: https://www.consumeraffairs.com/automotive/american-driving-survey.html Consumer Affairs: https://www.consumeraffairs.com/   Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria

Artificial Intelligence is becoming more and more pervasive including when we are searching for the next, best vacation. The website Talker Research recently published their 2025 Travel Trend Report that included a section that looked at how people are using AI in travel. To talk more about this I invited Van Darden from Talker Research to talk more about AI travel and their report. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.    Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   Talker Research 2025 Travel Trend Report: https://talkerresearch.com/travel-trend-report/ Van Darden: https://www.linkedin.com/in/van-darden   Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria

Experiencing a crash, either as a driver or a passenger can have longer lasting effects on the mind than the body. For some, driving becomes a chore that can be very difficult to deal with. I was contacted by someone who thought it would be good for me to chat with Janelle Lawrence. Janelle wrote a book comparing crash recovery to similar effects of PTSD that many soldiers deal with after returning from a tour of duty. The book is titled: Healing Behind the Wheel: Navigating Trauma-Informed Traffic Safety and in this episode I speak with Janelle about the book and how to overcome the challenges of life after a wreck. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.    Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   Janelle Lawrence Book: https://www.amazon.com/Healing-Behind-Wheel-Navigating-Trauma-Informed/dp/B0DPGTC9MF Oregon Impact: https://oregonimpact.org/   Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria  

Getting kids to or from school can be a real challenge for some families especially if the bus service isn’t reliable. There is a service called HopSkipDrive that describes themselves as a leader in supplemental student transportation. I have a ton of questions about how it works for students, for drivers and for the school systems so I invited Campbell Millum, HopSkipDrive’s Senior Vice President of Communications and external affairs to explain it all. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.    Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   2025 State of School Transportation: https://apnorc.org/projects/2025-state-of-school-transportation/ HopSkipDrive: https://www.hopskipdrive.com/   Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria

There is no doubt that electrification of vehicles is the future but what happens to the old, classic cars we know and love? There is a company in the UK called Everrati that is electrifying some classic vehicles from the chassis on up. They say this is the intersection of electrification, luxury and legacy. Joining me in this episode to explain how they do it and who are buying these cars is CEO and Founder of Everrati Justin Lunny. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.    Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   Everrati: https://everrati.com/ Everrati Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everraticars/   Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria

Aviation security has changed and morphed over the years. Some say in good ways and others in terrible ways. The next big evolution in aviation security is biometric screenings including facial recognition software. To talk more about that and where we have come is someone who was transformational with how TSA does its work, Dr Sheldon Jacobson, professor of computer science at University of Illinois. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.    Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   Dr Sheldon Jacobson: https://siebelschool.illinois.edu/about/people/faculty/shj   Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria

The traveling salesman problem is basically figuring out how to make the most amount of stops in the most efficient way. With the help of AI, Adiona Tech believes they are on the cusp of solving that problem, but there is still a ways to go. How does it all work and how will deliveries in the future get to you in the most efficient and cost effective way possible? In this episode I discuss that with Richard Savoie, CEO and a Co-Founder of Adiona Tech, a Sydney Australia based software company that specializes in this area. All that and a visit to the mailbag on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.   Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   Adiona Tech: https://www.adionatech.com/   Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria  

Artificial intelligence continues to take over the traffic world, especially in the world of traffic cameras used for enforcement of speeding, red light running and passing school buses. There is a company called Verra Mobility that is knee deep into all of these kinds of, what they call traffic solutions. In this episode I speak with Will Barnow and Melba Rivera-Irizarry about all of the enforcement technology they are into and how they say it is designed to keep us safer on the roads. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.    Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   Verra Mobility: https://www.verramobility.com/ Will Barnow: Will Barnow [linkedin.com], VP of strategic partnership Melba Rivera-Irizarry: Melba Rivera-Irizarry [linkedin.com], VP of Global Product Management    Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria

There is another service for people with RV’s or campers that will connect them with unique places to park overnight. This service is called RV Overnights and in this episode I speak to Co-Founder Rob Case about the service, the unique places to stay and the popularity of RV travel. Also, a quick recap of my visit to two three corners in Colorado. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.    Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   Instagram pics of the 3 Corners: https://www.instagram.com/p/DLQqLW8MI7D/  3 Corners time lapse drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZbOeu7t79w   Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria

The future of traffic information is all about data collection and then interpretation with artificial intelligence. There is a company based in Canada called Quarterhill that is working on driving advancement technology through tolling systems, enforcement and intelligent transportation infrastructure. This episode I visit with Dan Dobransky, Senior Director of Roadside Transformation for Quarterhill to talk about road data, AI and how it can get you around better and safer. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.    Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   Quarterhill: https://www.quarterhill.com/ Dan Dobransky: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ddobransky   Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria

Let me start by saying I detest drunk driving. That said, the Colorado Department of Transportation sent out a press release saying more than half of all drivers who were contacted for suspected DUI refused to take a toxicology test. There are lawyers on social media who will persuade you to not take the test but is that the best strategy if you are pulled over? In this episode I speak with criminal defense and DUI attorney Kevin Churchill asking what you should do and what your legal rights are when it comes to intoxication. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.    Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   Kevin Churchill: www.DenverDUI.com   Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria

I think every car should have a dash cam in it as does my guest. This episode I visit with Matthew Richie, Operations Manager for The Dashcam Store in Austin, Texas about how they work, privacy concerns, features, prices, operations and how fleets are using them to help their business. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.    Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   The Dashcam Store: https://www.thedashcamstore.com/   Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria

What is the true value of curb parking? That is the topic of a piece from long time parking expert John Conway who says curb parking is routinely undervalued, underpriced and misused. His piece, linked down below, is titled: Prime Real Estate, Rock-Bottom Price - The Politics of Parking. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.    Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   Parking Revenue Recovery Services: www.PRRSParking.com All things parking with Dani & John: danijohnshow.com   Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria

Should left turns be eliminated, especially in downtown, urban areas? That is the suggestion from Penn State University Professor Vikash Gayah who joins me to talk about all the reasons why in his studies eliminating lefts would make drivers safer and the commute more efficient. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.    Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   Dr Vikash Gayah: https://sites.psu.edu/gayah/biography/ gayah@engr.psu.edu   Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria

Could the same gondola that is used to haul skiers up a mountain be the solution to move people easily around a city? There is a new push in Denver by a local businessman to try and vet the idea but someone else says it was his idea first. Joining me today is local business owner and gondola fan Doug Masser who says he hoped the city would take his idea from 11 years ago and run with it. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.    Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   Doug Masser: https://bigirongraphics.com/   Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria

Are you allowed to change lanes in an intersection? I have the answer and one listener's voicemail. Also, President Trump signed an executive order requiring all commercial truck drivers in the US to demonstrate proficiency in English saying it is a critical safety matter. After one of our Denver7 reporters covered the story for television, a retired CDL driver, trainer & instructor, Tom McIntosh, reached out saying he has some comments that could be helpful as to why this issue is all about safety. I visit with Tom about his experience behind the wheel of a truck and how knowing the language of where you are driving is critical for safety. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.  https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy/driving-you-crazy-is-it-legal-to-change-lanes-as-you-go-through-an-intersection Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria  

Drivers are always looking for ways to increase their gas mileage. One of the more unique ways to do that is with a hydrogen fuel assist kit that you install in the engine compartment of your car. This episode I speak with Richie Waddell, the founder of Hydro Club USA about his hydrogen fuel conversion kit that creates hydrogen from water as you drive. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.    Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   Hydro Club USA: https://www.hydroclubusa.com/   Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria

It is auto show season so this episode I visit with Brian Moody, executive editor at Autotrader as he reports from the floor of the New York International Auto Show. We talked about tariffs, the overall trend and styles of the vehicles, the new features including self driving and what he thinks is the coolest thing he’s seen. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.    Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   Autotrader: https://www.autotrader.com/ NY International Auto Show: https://www.autoshowny.com/   Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria

Until now the only way you might know if one of your friends was in trouble during their Uber or Lyft ride was a call or text. Now you can go along with your friends on that rideshare trip in real time and help keep them out of a possible dangerous situation. This episode I visit with Dillon Abend, the founder and CEO of the rideshare safety app called 3rd-i that allows you to share your video stream of your ride with friends and even a private security service. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.    Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   3rd-i App: https://3rd-i.org/ iPhone App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/3rd-i/id1660727893   Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria

This episode I visit with James Bell, head of corporate communications at KIA America about all things cars including how tariffs could realistically affect vehicle prices, the comeback of the sedan, the future of hybrid cars and will we see a time where cars go back to buttons and knobs. All that and more on the Driving You Crazy Podcast.    Contact: https://www.denver7.com/traffic/driving-you-crazy 303-832-0217 or DrivingYouCrazyPodcast@Gmail.com Jayson: twitter.com/Denver7Traffic or www.facebook.com/JaysonLuberTrafficGuy  WhatsApp: https://wa.me/17204028248 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denver7traffic   KIA America: www.kia.com   Production Notes: Open music: jazzyfrenchy by Bensound Close music: Latché Swing by Hungaria