Distracted driving is clearly dangerous. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, for example, says that more than 3,300 people died in distracted driving accidents in 2022 alone. If you assume that over 3,000 people die annually in these crashes, the true...
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Why is drowsiness a driving danger?
One of the biggest driving dangers is drunkenness. A drunk driver is negligent of other people’s safety. Alcohol can cause a driver to lose focus of the road, fail to make stops at lights and signs, poorly judge the distance between vehicles and violate traffic laws....
4 ways to reduce phone distractions while driving
Driving distractions are one of the top causes of auto accidents. Distracted driving happens in three ways: When a driver takes their eyes off the road When a driver takes their hands off the wheel When a driver loses focus on driving Phones are one of the leading...
How do you navigate a roundabout safely?
Roundabouts – those circular interchanges that are created in areas to keep traffic flowing around a central island – are emerging as a popular alternative to traditional intersections in many congested areas. However, roundabouts are still relatively a new thing....
Signs that your aging parents should stop driving
Car keys. They symbolize freedom, independence and the ability to get things done. But for aging parents, there comes a time when those same keys might pose a safety risk. Having “the talk” about giving up driving can be a delicate conversation, but addressing it...
Maintaining a safe following distance while driving
Keeping a safe following distance while driving is one of the essential safety measures for drivers. It's recommended that drivers observe the three-second rule. This means if a lead vehicle passes an object, such as a road sign or a tree, it should take the following...
3 tips for spring driving safety
You may be breathing a big sigh of relief now that the snows have finally stopped and the roads are free of ice – but hold on: Spring brings its own unique driving hazards. Since spring is also when a lot of folks plan mini-vacations and take some long-awaited road...
Can you hold a bicyclist responsible for your crash?
Most drivers do their best to give the bicyclists who share the road with them plenty of room. Everyone knows that vehicle vs. bike collisions can end catastrophically for the cyclist. Not all cyclists, however, are always as careful as they should be. They can become...
Getting your teen ready to drive safely this spring
As spring approaches, resulting in longer days and more opportunities for teens to be out and about, parents face the important task of ensuring that their young drivers are prepared to navigate the roads safely. This transition season between the extremes of winter...
Why do people drive the wrong way on the interstate?
When you see a wrong-way driver on a city street, there are many potential reasons. Maybe the driver just got confused. Maybe it is a young person without much experience or an older driver who is experiencing cognitive decline. Maybe the person is just lost and...
