Whether fatigue is caused by a newborn baby or long work hours, it can seriously affect a person’s daily actions, including driving. In 2017, 91,000 crashes reported by police involved drowsy drivers. The terms “drowsy driving”, “fatigue” and “sleepy” are used interchangeably, they all mean the same thing. Defined as a dangerous [...]
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Truck driver fatigue is a leading cause of preventable accidents that cause thousands of car accident injuries and fatalities each year. Commercial drivers are considered to be at a higher risk for fatigued driving because of their long hours on the road without many breaks. Due to this increased danger, it is critical to know […]
Alana Redmond
We all know cars have blind spots, but what is a “no zone”? “No zones” are the four large areas around a large commercial truck or trailer in which a truck driver cannot see. Since these larger vehicles have large blind spots or “no zones”, it is incredibly important for the safety of everyone on […]
Sam
It’s news we hear all too often: people have lost their lives on the road due to preventable car collisions. In fact, over 25% of fatal crashes in the United States involved unsafe speeds and/or aggressive driving according to the most recent year of data provided by The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Despite [...]
Sam
As we head into the colder months, many areas will begin to see the effects of the temperature changes in icy roads and snowy trails. According to a study performed by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, “Winter storms, bad weather, and sloppy road conditions are a factor in nearly half a million crashes and […]
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Do you ever wonder why people say ‘multitasking’ is a positive strength to put on a resume? The reality is that multitasking is actually not a strength- it drains the brain of energy as it forces it to switch back and forth to complete tasks with less efficiency and less quality. Many drivers think they […]
Brian Debelle
The Coronavirus pandemic has affected the way we live and how industries work. The health industry is at its maximum capacity with doctors, nurses and all hospital staff working long hours to treat infected patients. Stay at home orders have forced everyone to order their groceries and other products online and have them delivered to [...]
Mariela Corella
Whether you’re driving your kids to school or carpooling with a coworker, driving with others is a part of our everyday life. The rise of ridesharing apps such as Uber and Lyft have made carpooling and commuting with others even more common. Studies show that riding with more than one passenger can double the likelihood […]
Alana Redmond
When pulling out of the driveway, many people don’t think about much besides reaching their final destination. According to a recent study by Carinsurance.com, drivers will statistically file an insurance claim for a car accident every 17.9 years, meaning that car accidents aren’t at the top of their list of things to worry about. [...]
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It’s that time of year again! The season has changed bringing cold weather and the biggest holiday celebrations of the year. With the winter season in full affect, we would like to remind the people of all counties of Colorado to practice safe driving during the winter time of year. There is so much to […]
Zack Monroe