In the last 10 to 15 years, developers and automobile manufacturers worldwide have funneled nearly 100 billion dollars into the development of self-driving, or automated, vehicle technologies. Although many proponents claim that automated vehicles will significantly reduce roadway fatality and injury rates in addition to decreasing traffic congestion, the technology is still largely in its[…]
Most people think winter is the most dangerous time of the year for car accidents. While winters in Pennsylvania come with inherent risks, the fall season contributes its own share of hazards to motorists and others on the road. It is also a time of year when the weather is unpredictable. Car accidents happen more[…]
According to the most recent projections from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or NHTSA, an estimated 42,915 people died in traffic accidents in 2021. The agency’s projections represent not only a 10.5% increase from the 38,824 deaths that occurred the year before, but also the highest number of reported traffic fatalities since 2005. Motor[…]
Memorial Day, which commemorates those who served our country by making the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedom, falls on Monday, May 30th. As Memorial Day also often marks the unofficial start to the summer season, millions of Americans will be barbecuing, swimming, and hitting the road to visit family and friends. After taking a[…]
According to the most recent data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 3,142 people were killed in crashes involving distracted drivers in 2020. Although 96% of motorists that participated in the American Automobile Association (AAA) poll on distracted driving said that they consider texting or emailing while driving as very dangerous or extremely[…]