Truckers may know they are driving the most dangerous and threatening vehicles on the road, but they don’t always act like it. Many truck drivers are known to switch lanes, cut off cars, speed, and drive recklessly. This kind of driving behavior can pose significant hazards and ultimately result in…
According to officials with the National Safety Council (NSC), traffic accident fatalities reported across the nation saw a 5 percent decrease during the first 6 months of 2013, in comparison to the reported accidents during the same time in 2012. In 2013, there were more than 16,600 people killed in…
Looking to reduce the risks of distracted driving? A hands-free device isn’t your best bet. According to The Street, these devices are just as distracting to drivers as handheld devices. However, people don’t recognize distraction with a hands-free device because their hands are still on the wheel and their eyes…
A passenger of a bakery box truck was killed in an accident after the vehicle slammed into an interchange wall and was left dangling over Interstate 95. The driver has entered his plea of guilty. According to the Sun-Sentinel, the driver was adjudicated guilty of careless driving that involved that…
Safe driving advocates are doing all they can to help educate drivers about the risks of distracted driving. Now, U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood is turning to companies to help fight this problem. According to The New York Times, LaHood says that voice-recognition services and devices are not…
We’re halfway through the 100 Deadliest Days for teen drivers. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), July 15th marked the middle of this dangerous time. Looking back on historical trends, these are the 100 days that we see the most teen motorists fatalities. About 600 people were probably killed…
A 30-year-old from Royal Palm Beach was recently sent to the hospital after officers concluded that he was driving under the influence and caused an accident. Reports indicate that the driver was heading the wrong back down Okeechobee Boulevard just before 11:00 p.m. when the accident happened. He slammed head-on…
Whether state mandated or out of personal protection, car insurance is a necessary investment. Depending on the type of car you own, whether you have a loan, and what type of coverage you want, your policy will vary. Unfortunately, misinformation and misconceptions about auto insurance can make policies and claims…
The dangers of drunk driving do not just apply to driver’s of cars and trucks. Drivers of other motor vehicles, including scooters, boats, and ATV’s are also at risk of causing serious injuries and fatalities. This past weekend, a University of Florida football player was charged criminally after allegedly riding…
With Fourth of July behind us, you may be tempted to breathe a sigh of relief behind the wheel. While winter can pose the risk of heavy seasonal traffic, summer driving months are typically the most dangerous of the year—and August is the deadliest. Road trips, construction, as well as…