Inclement weather can cause a myriad of problems on the road. Fog and rain can be hazardous for drivers, but it is snow and ice brought by the cold months that bring the biggest risks. It is generally advised that people should avoid driving in unsafe weather...
Year: 2021
Common causes of truck accidents in Virginia
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports there are over 350,000 motor vehicle accidents involving tractor-trailer trucks each year. When collisions occur with these large trucks, the consequences can be deadly. What is causing so many accidents?...
Car seat recommendations have changed since you were a kid
Using a size-appropriate car seat every time you travel with your son or daughter is one of the more effective ways to keep him or her safe. After all, car and booster seats substantially cut the risk of both serious injury and death for children under the age of 13....
Fatal teen-involved crashes on the rise in Virginia
Virginia’s teenage drivers lack the experience behind the wheel that older motorists have. Many of them also admit to engaging in dangerous behaviors behind the wheel, such as texting and driving or driving while distracted. Research shows that fatal crashes involving...
Common signs of fractured bones after a car accident
Car accidents place your body under extreme physical stress. Sometimes, you do not realize the severity of the injury due to the speed of the collision. Fractured bones are one of the most common injuries sustained after an automobile accident. If you were recently in...
Why is a truck’s weight important?
Every road in every state in the US has a weight limit. The weight limit helps ensure the structural integrity of the road and other aspects of the road, such as bridges. It also helps to ensure safe travels on the road. Because roads have weight limits, large trucks...
Maryland governor urges caution around traffic accidents
It is an obvious recommendation for people to keep their eyes on the road and their hands on the wheel. This helps to avoid accidents. Even with everyone maintaining that focus, accidents still happen. One unfortunate result of these accidents is the chance of further...
Mistakes people make after car accidents
Every driver runs the risk of getting into a car accident. The more time you spend on the road, the greater the probability you will experience a wreck. The actions you take after a crash can have far-reaching ramifications. Knowing what errors to avoid prevents...
Reducing cell phone usage among driving teens
Teenagers who text while driving place themselves, not to mention others, in extreme danger. Those who indulge are responsible for many types of catastrophic collisions. If they had a better understanding of the risks, young people would be less likely to indulge....
Statistics on traffic crashes and the time of day
From distracted driving to drivers who get behind the wheel while drunk or excessively tired and in bad weather, you need to watch out for many hazards on the road. It is also helpful to go over statistics on motor vehicle collisions that occur at different times of...