It’s that time of year again: Spring Break season is here. After an unprecedented year of staying home and staying safe, many families are ready to get out and enjoy a vacation. While you might be excited to hit the road, reach your destination, and start relaxing, it’s important to keep a few things in…
Many people think of parking lots as relatively safe places. However, this could not be further from the truth. Parking lots are populated not only with cars, but also with plenty of pedestrians. Because of the high number of pedestrians walking in such close proximity to cars, parking lot accidents are surprisingly numerous. The National Safety Council reports that one out of every five auto pedestrian accidents occurs in parking lots; and, there seems to be a new cause of these types of motor vehicle accidents.
It is no secret that Texas drivers tend to drive fast, especially on highways. Despite increased speed limits over the years, drivers seem to consider speed limits more like suggestions rather than the law, and many appear to be operating their vehicles at least five miles per hour (MPH) over the speed limit, according to…
There are few driving habits out there as dangerous as driving while distracted. Whether you’re checking your phone “really quickly,” using the GPS, or messing around with your car’s touchscreen or radio, distracted driving is a habit we can easily fall into without even being aware of how often we do it. How did these…
Receiving a driver’s license is a rite of passage for American teenagers. For parents of teen drivers, this license symbolizes more than just the end of carpool. As exciting as this time period can be for both parents and teens, safety must remain a top priority as new drivers begin to experience the freedom of…
Whether it’s due to getting up early for the morning commute, staying up late working on a big project, or just simply not getting enough sleep—we probably drive drowsy more often than we think. Generally, this wouldn’t be very alarming. Driving drowsy isn’t the same as driving under the influence, right? What most drivers and…
Improvements in motor vehicle design are a luxury provided by technological advancements, including car safety features. By federal government mandate, all motor vehicles must be equipped with standard car safety features – such as airbags, seatbelts, and most recently, back-up cameras – in new car models. A recent study found additional safety features could provide…
When you have small children, the hustle and bustle of Halloween can be a fun but busy affair. Getting them dressed and ready for trick-or-treating, Halloween parties, or school events can be tedious, which means the sooner you get them ready, the better…right? While it might seem like a good idea to have your child…