Driving at night is much different than driving during the daylight hours, largely due to the reduction in visibility after sunset. The National Safety Council reports that the rate of fatal motor vehicle crashes is three times higher at night than during the day. While limited visibility is a key factor in nighttime auto accidents,[…] Read More
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How Can Drivers Stay Safe on the Road This Easter?
Easter may be a good time to take a road trip to see some friends and family you may not have seen for a long time, but you will not be the only people on the road. Whether you are staying in the Philadelphia metro area, driving a few hours away, or driving across the[…] Read More
Should I Keep Safety Tools in My Car?
You could experience an emergency when on the road. Because of this, it is wise to have safety tools in your vehicle. A car accident might cause you to be trapped inside your vehicle with no immediate way out. A stalled vehicle might leave you stranded in dangerously bad weather. An endless listing of potential[…] Read More
Can Car Accidents Cause Eye Injuries?
The National Institute of Health reports that motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of eye injuries. Approximately 9,000 eye injuries occur annually due to car accidents. Eye injuries can be incredibly painful and leave drivers with temporary or permanent vision loss. Factors that can cause eye injuries during a crash include: Airbag deployment. Sudden[…] Read More
How Can I Prepare for a Long Road Trip?
The summer is almost upon us and families, couples, and solo travelers will be hitting the road to go to different destinations. Many people rush out the door without taking proper precautions with their vehicle. This can lead to disastrous consequences for themselves and for other travelers. Take your time, check your car, and stay[…] Read More
What Are the Consequences of Drowsy Driving?
Sooner or later, most drivers will experience feeling drowsy while driving. You might have gotten little to no sleep. You might have put in a long day at work. You might even have taken prescription medication that makes you drowsy as a side-effect. No matter how it happened, drowsy driving can be very dangerous. Drowsy[…] Read More
What Is the Difference between Active and Passive Vehicle Safety Features?
Motorists in the United States average about six million car accidentsevery year. About half of those accidents cause injuries. Approximately 90 people die in car accidents every day. When the car first became a popular form of transportation, it had no safety features other than perhaps a horn and a pair of headlights. Relatively low[…] Read More
How Can I Drive Safely Near a School?
Pennsylvania has many large school districts with thousands of students enrolled in kindergarten through 12th grade. Many of the most populous schools are located in the Greater Philadelphia area. With lots of schools and even more school children attending them, it is very important to drive safely whenever near a school or a school bus.[…] Read More
What Are Some Safety Tips for Driving on St. Patrick’s Day?
Some holidays, such as Christmas and Thanksgiving, are wonderful times to get together with family and friends. The focus is on good food and seeing loved ones. Other holidays, like St. Patrick’s Day, are more centered around drinking. Although not originally intended to be a drinking holiday, that is how it has evolved in the[…] Read More
How Can Drivers Stay Safe after the Switch to Daylight Saving Time?
Only Hawaii and parts of Arizona do not participate in daylight saving time. Although the time change can have positive feelings because we get more daylight, there is science to suggest that it, and its fall cousin, can have negative effects on drivers, increasing the risk of a car accident. Scientific Studies For many years,[…] Read More