Rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft have transformed the way people get around. With just a few taps on their smartphone, passengers can schedule a ride to their desired destination almost instantaneously. Though convenient, rideshare services come with growing concerns–especially when it comes to distractions. Rideshare drivers [...]
Katie Gesseck
School zones are designed to protect some of the most vulnerable members of our community’s—children. But even with speed limits and flashing lights, distracted driving continues to pose a serious threat near schools. Whether it’s a teen checking their phone or a parent rushing through their morning routine, one moment of [...]
Amanda Ng
Every day, over 1,000 people are injured and 9 people are killed in car crashes involving a distracted driver. Distracted driving can be caused by visual, manual, or cognitive distractions, all of which make driving dangerous not only for the driver but also for others on the road. Recognizing the risks of distracted driving and [...]
Sabrina Liberto
When it comes to driving, there is always a risk. In fact, more than 5.8 million vehicle crashes occur each year, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. Among those car accidents, 21% were from weather hazard-related incidents. Whether you are in a car accident in extreme weather or otherwise, your emotional, physical, and [...]
Karen Schraeder
The world is changing rapidly in the fast lane of automotive technology. Innovations are hurtling us towards a future where driving isn’t just slick and efficient, but downright safer than ever before. Cutting-edge features take the wheel, redefining how cars traverse the roads and prevent the heart-stopping moments before a crash. [...]
Veronica Gordon
For many, summertime means vacation and traveling to various places on their bucket list. While guidelines around the pandemic may affect travel plans this summer, driving safety is always something to keep top of mind no matter the reason or season. Summer weather brings different challenges and conditions to consider when hitting the [...]
Sam
Car accidents can happen during any time of the year, however, weather conditions during the winter can make roads more dangerous for drivers. It’s important to recognize the risks we face when driving during the winter, and what actions we can take to avoid an accident. Weather Conditions During the winter months, snow and ice […]
Mariela Corella
A flat tire, a broken windshield, leaving your keys inside your car, no one expects for any of these roadside emergencies to happen, and when they do, most of us are unprepared or unaware of what actions to take. A little preparation before hitting the road could make a dramatic difference in managing these situations. […]
Mariela Corella
Bicycling is a great transportation method, you can increase your cardiovascular fitness, improve posture and coordination, less traffic compared to driving, and it’s more eco-friendly. By law, bicycles on the roadway have the same rights and responsibilities as motorized vehicles, however, many bicyclists and car drivers do not consider [...]
Mariela Corella
In the United States, distracted driving is one of the leading causes of car accidents. Approximately, nine people are killed every day in a distracted driving accident. In 2018 2,841 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes involving distracted drivers. It’s safe to say, distracted driving is a serious problem among drivers, [...]
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