Driving is a routine activity for millions of commuting Americans. Generally, people arrive to and from work safely without major incidents. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case. There are thousands of car crashes every day in the U.S. and up to 80% of these...
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How does poor cargo load cause truck accidents?
Proper cargo loading is a critical factor that often goes overlooked in the fast-paced world of logistics and transportation. This mistake can have catastrophic consequences, leading to truck accidents that result in financial losses and severe injuries. Cargo loading...
NHTSA’s Tesla questions prompt broader concerns
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is the federal agency most directly tasked with minimizing the risk that road travelers will suffer property damage and/or physical harm before reaching their destinations. The agency pursues this mission via...
7 dangerous actions of drivers
Every day, countless vehicles make their way on the roads, exhibiting a mixture of safe and dangerous driving habits. Recognizing and understanding particularly hazards actions is crucial for the safety of all road travelers. Navigating roads demands caution, patience...
How much of a following distance should drivers maintain?
Tailgating is a common cause of rear-end car accidents. The person in the following car may be tailgating on purpose, intentionally driving aggressively or trying to get the other driver to speed up. But they may also be oblivious, thinking that the following distance...
Can you spot a drunk driver?
Drunk driving is one of the leading causes of accidents. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), about 37 people die every day in the U.S. in drunk-driving crashes. This means one person every 39 minutes, which is alarming. This guide...
3 dangers of semi-automated cars
One of the biggest investments people are making is self-driving cars. Not only are most semi-automated or “self-driving” cars advertised as eco-friendly but they intend to make driving safer. The self-driving programming may make faster and smarter driving decisions...
Why are T-bone accidents so devastating?
Few incidents are as jarring and potentially catastrophic as T-bone accidents. Research shows that side-impact car crashes contributed to 23% of 2020’s vehicle occupant deaths. These collisions, named for the shape they resemble when viewed from above, involve the...
The oversized pickup epidemic and its impact on safety
It’s very clear that pickup trucks are getting larger. Much of this is measurable. If you compare the size of a standard pickup today to one from 10 years ago, there’s been a notable change. If you compare a pickup from 2023 to one from 1950, you’ll see an even...
What is dooring and how do you prevent it?
People may be more likely to suffer severe and fatal injuries in an accident while riding a bike than driving a car. This happens because drivers in minor accidents are often cushioned by airbags and secured to their seats. However, cyclists don’t have such protective...