How Common Are School Bus Accidents?
Parents were heartbroken by the Chattanooga, TN school bus accident in November 2016 that resulted in the deaths of six young children. When these terrible accidents occur, it makes us wonder just how common they are. Are our children safe riding on school buses? We explored the statistics to find out. School Bus Laws Did…
The Dangers of Black Friday Shopping
Holiday shopping can be expensive – who wouldn’t want a great deal on the perfect gifts? For more than 80 years, the term “Black Friday” has referred to the day after Thanksgiving in our country. Considered the official start to the holiday shopping season, Black Friday helps many retail stores emerge from the red and…
5 Potential Dangers of Driverless Cars
More and more, we hear that driverless cars will become a reality in the near future. Advertisements tout how these vehicles will cut down on accidents and ultimately keep the roads safer, but as one fatal test drive from this past summer involving a self-driving Tesla shows, several dangers remain inherent in their functionality. Yet, industry…
Exploring the Pros & Cons of Self-Driving Cars
Self-driving cars are the future of technology. Last week, an Uber company in Pittsburgh began testing their “autonomous taxi fleet” of self-driving vehicles. All maneuvers were handled by a computer, but Uber drivers were at the wheel in case of an emergency. Meanwhile, GM, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Volvo, Audi, Ford and other companies have announced plans for their…
Is It Safe to Drive in a Lightning Storm?
You’ve heard a storm is predicted to pass over the area during your drive home. On the way, you notice lightning strike far off in the distance. You have experience driving in the rain, but is it safe to be out on the road during a lightning storm? Unfortunately, the responses you’ll hear often contradict…
Benefits of Backup Cameras
In 2014, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that all new cars must have backup cameras installed by May 2018. Cars and trucks under 10,000 pounds will be mandated to have cameras that cover a 10 by 20-foot zone behind the vehicle. The NHTSA took several years after a bill was passed in…
Car Recall? Here’s What to Do
We have been closely following the Takata airbag recall for months. The most recent reports are calling the recall a “full-blown crisis”; only eight million out of the 70 million cars affected in the US have been fixed. Regulators have announced that a full resolution could take years. The manufacturers at the core of the…
The Sobering Reality of Drunk Driving
Driving under the influence of alcohol significantly impairs your ability to safely operate a motor vehicle, yet some of us do it anyway. Those who get behind the wheel after drinking are not considering the consequences of their actions. They say they feel fine, although even one alcoholic beverage decreases your reaction time. At Trantolo…
The Worst Time to Drive: By Hour, Day & Month
When are you more likely to get into an auto accident? While you may follow the rule of the road, certain times of the year are less safe than others: By Month Summer’s the least-safe month to drive, with August being its peak. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the…
