The annual Traffic Safety Culture Index from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety will soon be released, and once again it will take a hard look into the driving habits and attitudes of American drivers. And if our accident rates are any indication — it’s not going to be pretty.…
Christmas might be a time for happiness, family gatherings and joyous giving, but it’s also a time when we see some serious risks for aggressive driving-related accidents. According to The Washington Post, a third of polled drivers say that they’re a bit more aggressive behind the wheel once holiday stress…
Florida leads the nation with more than 17 percent of its population 65-years-old and older. According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV), that’s a number that’s going to continue growing. At some point in all of our lives, it’s going to be the best decision…
Family gatherings, office parties, and friendly seasonal get-togethers are a time to celebrate the holidays. Commonly, these events include consumption of alcohol, including champagne, beer, wine, and spirits. While relaxing with a few drinks at a party is common during the holidays, all drivers need to be aware of the…
Thanksgiving is one of the most celebrated holidays in America. But the heavy traffic, late night alcohol consumption, and long-distance travel also make it one of the deadliest holidays of the year. According to the National Safety Council, it is estimated that over 400 people in the United States will…
We have discussed the possibilities of self-driving cars in previous posts: cars that swerve to avoid accidents, the use high-tech sensors to detect dangers before you could, and hyper-advanced systems that could get you from A to B without touching the wheel. What happens though when something goes wrong? How…
Florida drivers spend a significant amount of time on the road. Through residential neighborhoods, along beaches, and highway stretches, it takes time to travel. It is not surprising that we like to enjoy a view while we are driving to work, on a road trip, or headed to the beach.…
Holiday season means packing up the family and heading to the mall, busy parking lots, stormy nights, and driveways full of visitors. In the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, there is a higher risk of back-up and backover accidents. While new technology has been made available to stop…
The holiday season involves long-distance travel, office Christmas parties, and other festivities. Often these celebrations are combined with drinking and late nights. There are a number of dangers for motorists and passengers throughout the holiday season and the winter months. The NHTSA has recently published its reports allowing analysts to…
From the moment a woman discovers she is pregnant, certain decisions are made to protect the health and well-being of the unborn baby. For many women, this means changing diet patterns and refraining from unhealthy activities. New studies indicate that women must also be more wary when they get into…