Drivers can cause car accidents at any age. Student drivers may get into crashes when they are just 15. Elderly drivers may get into accidents in their 60s or 70s. Many car crashes also happen to working-age adults in their 30s or 40s, often during a commute. However,...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Why isn’t auto technology making the roads safer?
Much auto technology in the modern era is geared around preventing accidents. New cars have automatic braking systems, adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning systems, backup cameras and much more. All of this tech is focused on stopping...
The majority of car accidents stem from human error
According to some reports, most car accidents happen because of human error. These reports claim that it’s responsible for more than 90% of total crashes. This means that some infrequent reasons for accidents may mean neither driver made a mistake. An example could be...
A common and avoidable driving distraction for commuters
Commuters are often distracted during their drive. In some cases, a worker may start checking their email or trying to respond to business-related text messages in the car. In other cases, workers may do personal grooming on the way into the office, or they may simply...
Fatigued driving can contribute to catastrophic crashes
Staying busy and doing as much as possible are often hallmarks that people enjoy bragging about, but there is a time when these can become deadly. All humans require sleep on a regular basis. The actual amount people need varies considerably. It’s crucial that anyone...
Whiplash can lead to serious problems if left untreated
If you were recently in a car accident and feel neck soreness, you might be tempted to brush it off. Maybe you assume it will go away on its own. But even a mild case of whiplash can become a lasting issue if you do not get the right care. Whiplash injuries can seem...
Teen drivers cause more accidents over the summer
During the summer months, the fatal accident rate involving teen drivers goes up. This happens on such a consistent basis that some people have nicknamed it the 100 Deadly Days of Summer. It’s not that there aren’t teen accidents year-round—they have the highest fatal...
Car color impacts crash risk
When it comes to road safety, drivers often focus on factors like speed, weather and road conditions. However, one surprising detail can also influence crash risk: the color of the vehicle. While car color may seem like a purely aesthetic choice, research has shown...
Classic cars increase injury risks
It can certainly be fun to drive classic or vintage vehicles. Many people do it as a hobby. They work on these vehicles in their spare time, restoring them and then enjoying driving them around town. This is legal to do, but you need to be aware that it increases your...
Cellphone distraction continues after the call ends
Most drivers understand that using a phone while driving leads to distraction. This behavior can cause mental, physical and visual distractions. Even in areas where cellphone use while driving is prohibited, it remains one of the leading causes of distracted driving...
