For years, people have imagined a world where machines replace humans for specific tasks. They desired hoovers that do the vacuuming for you and email systems that put messages you do not want to see straight into the bin. Many of these goals have become some sort of...

Intersections can be highly dangerous, which is why drivers who are approaching them should always slow down and be prepared to stop. Yet, it's not uncommon for people to run through yellow lights at top speed or even drive through a red one without noticing.  That...

When you’re feeling emotional, stressed or angry, you look for a way to diffuse those feelings. You want something to take your mind off of it and help you calm down. Some people will recommend going for a drive. Don’t pick a destination. Just get in the car and drive...

If you ask someone about the main risks they face from other drivers, the top two that they’re probably going to list are distracted driving and drunk driving. Drunk driving has plagued the highways for years and distracted driving has increased notably in the last...

Typically, people become more skillful at something when they have more education about it and spend more time doing that particular activity or task. Driving, however, may be one of the few exceptions to that rule.  Unlike many other work tasks, quite a few people...

A car crash can change your life in an instant. Perhaps you were driving to the grocery store, headed to work or picking up your kids from school. Suddenly, another vehicle hits yours. Your car may need extensive repairs. You or your loved ones may have injuries that...

Over time, you generally hope to see a decline in motor vehicle accidents. Different factors play into it, such as advances in technology, new safety laws and general awareness of the risks on the road. When you look at motorcycle injury statistics, though, you can...

When your teenager gets their license, it can be a proud moment. Your child is likely excited to get behind the wheel on their own and enjoy their freedom. Their excitement may keep them from driving safely, so take a moment to remind them of some important driving...

Language shapes many of our perceptions, and our perceptions influence how we react to an event. That’s why even representatives from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) say that you should stop calling vehicular crashes “accidents.”...

If you are responsible about alcohol consumption, you probably think that most other adults are too. While you might occasionally hear stories of drunk driving crashes on the news, it's possible that you assume that these are limited or rare occurrences.  However, the...