Philadelphia is consistently ranked among the cities with the most dangerous roads in the United States. Center City, the bustling cultural and economic hub, stands out as one of the most hazardous areas for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. With its historic landmarks like City Hall, the Liberty Bell, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Center[…]
No matter how easy it should be to obey posted speed limits and to drive safely and responsibly, speeding is still one of the top causes of fatal car crashes. Speeding is accountable for nearly one-third of annual motor vehicle deaths, claiming approximately 33 lives each day. Speeding endangers everybody on the road, not just[…]
Work zones are dangerous for both crews and drivers. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) reports that nearly 2,000 work zone accidents occur each year throughout the Commonwealth, largely due to drivers disobeying speed limits, engaging in distracted driving and other safe rules of the road laws, and, in some cases, poorly designed or maintained[…]
Philadelphia has many dangerous roads. A recent study revealed that more than a quarter of the road segments considered among the deadliest in Pennsylvania are located in Philadelphia, this includes Grant Avenue. Grant Avenue is dangerous due to the roadway’s characteristics and poor design. Characteristics that make Grant Avenue. dangerous include: Commerce: Grant Avenue is[…]
Distracted driving poses a significant threat to public health; each year, approximately 3,000 people lose their lives in car accidents involving distracted drivers. To combat known dangers, the National Safety Council (NSC) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) sponsor Distracted Driving Awareness Month every April. One of the campaign’s primary missions is to share[…]