February 28, 2018 Daylight Savings Time Accidents Daylight savings time (DST) may be good for the environment, but researchers at the University of Colorado at Boulder indicate that setting our clocks ahead each spring may cost lives. In a recent study conducted by the University, car accidents rose 17 percent in the week following the shift into DST, and again in the … Read More »
February 15, 2018 Teenagers and Reckless Driving Safe Kids Worldwide (SKW), a nonprofit organization consisting of more than 400 coalitions across the country, knows that we all need to do more to keep teenage drivers safe. Every day, at least six teens die after being in automobile accidents. Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for adolescents between the ages … Read More »
January 18, 2018 The Dangers of Being Distracted at Work It should come as no surprise that not only is distracted driving grossly unsafe, but so is being distracted in the workplace – especially for individuals employed in certain industries known for being hazardous. Although most people know that distracted driving causes thousands of injuries and fatalities every year, they may be unaware of just … Read More »
January 17, 2018 Uber and Lyft Accidents Many people find Uber and Lyft services a convenience, calling for rides to and from social engagements, traveling to the airport, or for services like taking an elderly relative to a doctor appointment. As more Uber and Lyft vehicles are on the road, the chance of being injured in a car accident in one of … Read More »
January 10, 2018 Pros and Cons of Pennsylvania Driving Age Obtaining a driver’s license is a right of passage for a teenager, but statistics show that teens may not be ready to handle the responsibilities that come with a driver’s license. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety claims that drivers between the ages of 15 and 19 are at the highest risk of getting into … Read More »
December 28, 2017 The Real Consequences of Aggressive Driving According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), aggressive driving is extremely common and often results in serious or deadly injuries to those who are directly involved or are victims of the dangerous driving behaviors of others. In a recent report, the AAA documented that approximately 80% of all American drivers say they have expressed a … Read More »
December 26, 2017 Traffic Signal Countdown Timers In a recent study conducted by Oregon State University, traffic signal countdown timers—known as TSCTs—were shown to improve driver decision-making and traffic safety, reducing the chances of a car accident. Using a driver simulator, the OSU team of researchers studied 55 drivers in 1,100 intersection situations. Half of the drivers in the study used a … Read More »
December 22, 2017 Wintertime Vehicle Safety As winter approaches, so do hazardous road conditions that lead to car accidents and result in serious injuries or death. According to data from the Department of Transportation (DOT), over 192,000 individuals sustain nonfatal injuries and 2,200 others are killed in wintertime auto accidents annually. With nearly 70% of the U.S. population living in areas … Read More »
November 19, 2017 Thanksgiving Travel Safety Tips On their way to meet family and friends, over 50 million people are expected to travel over the Thanksgiving holiday this year, which extends from Wednesday, November 22nd through Sunday, November 26th. Whether it be by plane, train, or automobile, traveling during this holiday weekend can prove dangerous if you fail to take precautions. Automobile … Read More »
