A new study from the AAA Foundation has found that nearly 50% of U.S. drivers over the age of 16 may be driving while under the influence of a potentially driver impairing (PDI) medication. The study considered several classes of drugs, including: Antihistamines Cough medicines Antidepressants Opioid pain medications Muscle relaxers Sleep aids Amphetamines Each of these […]
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What is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month?
April 30, 2022 By
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month in the United States. This month is an important time to spread awareness about just how dangerous distracted driving is. Distracted driving kills thousands of people each year and seriously injures many more people. By taking steps to curb distractions behind the wheel, we can all do our […]
Why is Distracted Driving a Problem
March 30, 2022 By
Distracted driving is still one of the most common causes of motor vehicle accidents in the United States. It is estimated to kill several thousand people per year. The concept of distraction may seem benign and it may not seem possible that something like distraction could cause so many accidents, but it certainly does. Here are some […]
Spring Clean Your Driving Routine
March 15, 2022 By
With the spring season arriving this month, it’s a time for renewal, brightness, sunshine, and a feeling of being free from the long winter! Those are great aspects of this time of year, but it’s also important to keep motorist safety tips in mind as we switch seasons. Although the springtime feels fresh and new, there are […]
Drunk Driving Statistics
January 30, 2022 By
Although drunk driving rates have decreased since transportation agencies began tracking the data in the 1980s, these crashes still kill thousands and thousands of people in America each year. These accidents are wholly preventable, so it’s a real tragedy when these deaths occur. It’s important to drive sober, no matter how close to home you are or […]
Wintertime Driving Tips
January 15, 2022 By
With winter weather in full swing across many regions of the country, many motorists may encounter hazardous driving conditions. Snow, ice, rain, and sleet present drivers with circumstances requiring a little special care and skill. Now is a great time to brush up on these winter safe driving tips: Reduce your speed in inclement weather. Most people […]
Safe Driving Tips for the Fall Season
November 30, 2021 By
The fall season is upon us, and with that seasonal change, there are a few things that affect driving: fewer daylight hours, an earlier sunset, holiday parties, and winter weather in many parts of the country. So what can you do to prepare? Here are a few tips: Prioritize sleep. Drowsy driving is really dangerous […]
Why is Drowsy Driving So Bad?
July 15, 2021 By
Driving while you are tired increases your risk of a motor vehicle accident. Oftentimes these accidents are single-vehicle crashes, but they may involve other vehicles on the road. They most often occur between the hours of 6 a.m. and midnight, as well as in the afternoon, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Our […]
What Happens If Someone Has a Medical Emergency While Driving?
July 15, 2021 By
In some of the scariest circumstances, a motorist may have a medical emergency while operating a motor vehicle. Certain medical emergencies can incapacitate the driver to the degree that they are unable to maintain the vehicle. A serious accident may result. Some of the medical emergencies most commonly seen in these cases are: Loss of […]
