car accidents

Many different factors lead to car and truck accidents in the U.S. Three of the top contributing elements include driver error, lack of vehicle maintenance and adverse weather conditions. It is not always possible to avoid truck and car accidents. However, knowing how...

Deer are graceful animals, and people often pull off to the side of the road if they happen to spot a flock frolicking in a snowy field or munching on downed apples in an orchard. It can be a beautiful experience to witness deer playing in their natural environment....

When most people think of a distracted driver, the picture that comes to mind is a person using their cell phone while driving. It is not always the case. While cell phone use counts as the number one driver distraction, it is not the only one. As the driver, all your...

Even though not everybody likes to use them, seat belts save thousands of lives every year and prevent even more injuries. However, that doesn’t mean that seat belts are perfect. Even when used exactly the way that they’re intended, the combination of the jolt from...

If you’ve ever been driving during rush hour, you’re very familiar with the idea of increased traffic congestion. There are certain times in the day when it simply doesn’t feel like the road can handle all of the vehicles that are on it. This can cause traffic to...

Summer has been and gone and the fall is now turning into winter. Temperatures in Kokomo, Indiana, have already reached sub-zero. Sub-zero temperatures mean not only the potential for snow but also black ice. While snow can also be dangerous, it is evident, so drivers...

Indiana drivers haven’t had to deal with Daylight Saving Time (DST) nearly as long as most people in the U.S. have. That can make our roads even more dangerous than most in the days and weeks after DST begins and ends.  In March, “springing ahead” and losing an hour...

The winter and early spring months have a risk of wintry precipitation in this area. Making sure you’re driving with this in mind can help you to remain safe until you reach your destination. Of course, this also depends on the others drivers who are sharing the road...

The following distance that you put between your vehicle and the next one on the road is very important. That space is the only space that you have to react if something unexpected happens. For example, maybe you’re driving through a neighborhood and a child runs into...

One out of 25 adult drivers have reported falling asleep while driving. Many others admit to driving when fatigued or sleep-deprived.  Unfortunately, drowsy and fatigued driving is a bigger problem than many people realize. Not only do sleepy drivers put themselves...