You are probably well aware of some of the most common driving distractions. At this point, everyone knows that it is distracting to text and drive, for example. Doing so can – and does – cause car accidents all throughout the year, and it should be avoided by all...
Car Accidents
Tips for driving safely on the ice
Ideally, you want to avoid driving on ice whenever possible. Be aware of when weather conditions have been too extreme and when it may be dangerous to go on the road. You can sometimes plan around these conditions so that the roads are cleared before you drive. That...
4 things to do after a car accident
If you get involved in a car accident, it may very well be the first time. You could feel panicked and confused about what you need to do. This can create some complications later in the process. To help you, here are four steps that you should consider taking....
How far should you stay from the vehicle in front?
When you are out driving, you might sometimes feel too close to the vehicle in front and drop back. Or you might look in your mirror, worried about how close someone is following you. It is common because many drivers do not know how far back they should be. Do you?...
Take these steps to avoid a brake-checking crash
If you’re driving and see someone slower than you on the road ahead, it’s important for you to approach the situation respectfully. If you’re allowed to pass, you could attempt to pass them. If you can’t pass, you should slow down to give them space until you can....
Advanced driving features enter the used car market
Advanced driving features in motor vehicles are reaching a new era. The technology has been around for so long that an increased number of used cars contain the innovations. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety revealed that knowledge and trust significantly...
Beware of these roads when traveling in Connecticut
Since 2020, minimizing personal risk has become a goal shared by most Americans. Unfortunately, the intent to reduce personal risk has not made much of an impact on car accidents. Vehicle and pedestrian accidents happen with alarming frequency on many of the state’s...
Why are left turns so dangerous for pedestrians?
When turning left, a driver has to attend to several things at once, such as incoming cars, traffic lights and pedestrians. As a result, the chances of something going wrong are drastically increased. Numerous accidents occur during left turns, and, for pedestrians,...
Tips to avoid pedestrian accidents
When the weather gets warm, and the sun shines, more people decide to walk to their destination. This is great for their health and the environment; however, it can increase the risk of pedestrian accidents. Unfortunately, if you are struck by a motor vehicle as a...
Why do car accidents happen close to home?
It's long been known that you are most likely to get into a car accident close to your house. Some reports, which were looking at injury rates for even those who weren't in motor vehicle crashes, noted that the vast majority of people were injured within 10 miles of...