Texting and driving is often referenced when people are discussing the dangers of distracted driving. After all, a driver who is using their cellphone is more likely to get into a car accident. This is why most states have banned the practice and restricted the use of...
Crashes between semi-trucks and passenger vehicles can be very severe. The smaller vehicles may incur massive damages, and the occupants of those vehicles are at high risk of major injuries. Some of these crashes are similar to the average wreck between two passenger...
While most people may only be in less than a handful of car accidents in a lifetime, a collision can be life-changing. It’s important that drivers know what to do after they’ve suffered a motor vehicle accident. When people don’t take the right steps after a car...
Driving is a task that demands full attention, coordination and responsiveness. Whether you’re commuting to work, embarking on a road trip or just heading home, your physical and mental well-being significantly influences your ability to operate a vehicle safely....
There are certain traffic habits that most people in Texas recognize are dangerous. Awareness campaigns have helped people to understand that distracted driving can be a bad choice, particularly when people have mobile phones in their hands. Despite that increased...
You probably don’t even give it a lot of thought – but left-hand turns are actually a lot more problematic than most people realize. In fact, left turns have been called “unsafe and wasteful” by many, and the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA)...
In a world where time is of the essence, it’s easy to understand why many drivers may be tempted to ignore speed limits and push the pedal to the metal. However, there’s a strong case for adhering to those speed limits - not just as a legal obligation but as a...
Head-on collisions on standard two-lane roads often happen when one driver drifts over the centerline. For example, maybe a driver gets distracted by their phone and only looks up to find that they are about to collide with oncoming traffic. Such accidents also happen...
As autumn arrives, bringing its road hazards, motorcyclists must be more vigilant than ever. While the season offers stunning foliage and milder temperatures, it also presents unique risks that can make riding a motorcycle more dangerous. Consider these points when...
This summer, Texas joined other states that are increasing the stakes for people who cause fatal crashes while driving under the influence. Gov. Greg Abbott signed a law that adds payment of child support (restitution) to the list of consequences for those convicted...