For most people, the truth is that there will be one time or another when they choose to speed. Maybe they’re in a rush because they got up late, or perhaps they have to pick up a sick child from school. Whatever the reason is, picking up speed to get to the...
Car Accidents
Driving an electric vehicle requires a period of adjustment
If a recent collision has left you car shopping, you may be considering an electric vehicle (EV). You’ve seen all of the parking spaces reserved for EVs (and possibly charging stations) at your local grocery store, movie theatre and other locations and realized how...
How does drinking even a little alcohol affect a driver?
Part of the reason why drinking alcohol before driving is such a problem is that many people do not think it is a problem -- or at least not one that applies to them. The seem to believe they have superpowers that enable them to have a drink and then get in the car...
Are self-driving cars ready to replace human drivers?
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...
1 dead, at least 1 injured in crash at Hartford intersection
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...
People should not drive to combat stress or anger
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...
Drowsy driving: An underrated risk
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...
What is the top cause of commercial truck crashes?
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...
4 key steps to take after a car crash
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...
Motorcycle injuries aren’t getting any less common
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...
