It is common for people to disagree about how speed limits should apply. For instance, there are those who say that the speed limits on the interstates should be raised since these are statistically one of the safest places that people can drive. There are others who...
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Drivers often overlook an obvious warning sign of distraction
A crash could put someone in the hospital or worse. Anyone in traffic should make a point of avoiding known safety risks for their own protection. In fact, traffic safety is about more than just knowing the rules. Motorists don't just need to make safe decisions about...
What happens to your insurance rates after a traffic violation?
Drivers in North Carolina get pulled over and issued citations by police officers every day. Most motorists make the immediate decision to pay those citations rather than fighting the matter in traffic court. After all, the fine associated with traffic citations is...
What should you do when your vehicle starts to hydroplane?
Hydroplaning is a frightening experience that can occur when motorists drive in wet conditions, especially during heavy rain or on roads with poor drainage. It happens when a layer of water builds up between your vehicle's tires and the road surface, causing a loss of...
What are the leading causes of parking lot accidents?
When most people envision car accidents, what comes to mind is highways and intersections. Few people consider that accidents can also happen in parking lots. Despite the slow speed limits in parking lots, hundreds of deaths and thousands of injuries can be attributed...
How can parents help their teen drivers stay safer?
As a parent, the day your child passes their driving test can inspire mixed emotions. There may be relief that you will no longer need to act as their chauffeur. And worry that they might end up hurt or hurting others in a collision. Like most teenagers, your child...
3 things to know about fatigued driving
Fatigued driving is an often overlooked yet critical safety issue on today’s roads. It's more than just feeling drowsy behind the wheel. It affects reaction time, decision-making and overall awareness, which increases the risk of accidents. Fatigue can accumulate...
Why is tailgating such a dangerous practice?
Driving is an essential aspect of modern life for most Americans, providing convenience and mobility. However, it’s not always a smooth journey on the road. One common and often frustrating behavior that many motorists encounter is tailgating. This is the act of...
Why seek medical attention immediately after a car crash?
It’s natural to feel overwhelmed after surviving a car crash. In between figuring out alternative transportation and capturing photographic evidence of the accident scene, you may be tempted to forego medical treatment. This is an especially common urge when crash...
Why do most car accidents happen relatively close to home?
People often feel frustrated when they get in a car accident because they were almost home. If they could have just made it for another few minutes or another few miles, they think, they would have avoided the crash entirely. Statistics show that this phenomenon is...