The National Safety Council says that even though about 75% of our drives occur during the day, at least half of traffic deaths occur at night. Taking steps to drive safely after dark can reduce your risk of serious injury in an auto accident. Keep these strategies in...
Nobody expects they will ever be in a rental car accident. Unfortunately, driving an unfamiliar car on strange roads can lead to mistakes you otherwise would not make. If you experience a car crash in a rental car, there are a few things you can do to expedite the...
With roundabouts finally being built in the Lehigh Valley, it is time for drivers to learn how to use them. Roundabouts can feel dangerous for drivers who are not used to using them. However, a 2019 review of research by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety...
Because there were fewer drivers on the road, Pennsylvania recorded its second-lowest number of traffic fatalities in 93 years in 2020. Regrettably, though, there were still 1,060 fatal motor vehicle accidents and another roughly 45,000 injury-causing ones that year....
From your home to your phone, advancements in technology improve the quality of life. The same holds true for vehicle safety. When a car hits a pedestrian, the injuries are often severe. Avoiding any accident, especially one involving a walker or bike rider, may come...
One in eight drivers does not have auto insurance, according to a 2019 report. This is despite laws in every state except New Hampshire that requires motorists to purchase liability insurance. What can motorists do to protect themselves against uninsured drivers?...
As millions of Americans stayed home for much of 2020 due to the pandemic, roadways were mostly uncongested with vehicle traffic. Safety experts hoped that would translate into fewer motor vehicle fatalities and one of the few bright spots in an extremely challenging...
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety recently released a study indicating that women have a higher rate of serious auto accident injury than men do. Understanding the reasons behind this effect can help people stay safer on the road. IIHS research about...
You may have heard that auto accidents increase during the summer months. Why exactly are June, July and August so dangerous for motorists? Review the factors behind the data so you can stay safe on the road. Increased traffic Whether you prefer to spend your weekends...
Because sitting in traffic and driving long distances can be boring, many drivers listen to music to pass the time. While there is nothing wrong with preferring certain styles of music, drivers must be careful about their musical selections. A recent study found that...