Seat Belts and Safety
It may seem hard to believe, but as recently as the 1980s only about 10% of Americans wore seat belts regularly when riding in a car. Fortunately, today this important safety feature has been widely adopted and even legally mandated....
5 Tips for Avoiding a Truck Accident this Summer
It’s summertime and for many people, that means a vacation that requires highway driving. One of the most stressful parts of highway driving is how to safely share the road with big trucks. An accident involving a car and a...
Avoid a Pedestrian Accident with These Do’s and Don’ts
It’s summertime and that means many more people of all ages will be out walking. As a driver this requires extra vigilance on your part when on the road. Below are some do’s and don’ts to help you avoid an...
Stay Alert on Long Road Trips
Is a road trip part of your summer vacation plans? After Covid, many people are deciding to enjoy domestic travel this year. If your destination is far away it’s tempting to drive straight through to maximize the number of days...
3 Strategies for Preventing Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is dangerous. In 2018 alone it’s estimated that 400,000 people were injured in car accidents that involved a distracted driver and 2,800 were killed. Distracted driving can also quickly become a habit. The only way to break a...
Don’t Let Sun Glare Blind You on the Road
Did you know that over 9,000 car accidents occur every year because of sun glare? Behind ice, rain, and snow, it’s the most common environmental cause of motor vehicle crashes. Sun glare can literally blind a driver, making it impossible...
Help Your Teen Drive Safely This Summer
As the end of the school year draws near teens are itching to be done and get out and enjoy some summer fun. This year that desire may be particularly ramped up due to the restrictions young people have endured...
Beware of Bicycles
Schools are out and the days are longer and that means more bicyclists of all ages will be on the road. California also has the most cities ranked in the top 20 for bike commuting. All of this adds up...
The Most Common Injuries in Car Accidents
When you have been in a car accident, it can result in injuries all over your body. Some of these injuries can cause permanent damage and prevent you from living your life to the fullest. While some injuries can be...
10 Ways to Detect a Troubled Driver
Studies have shown that one of the most effective ways to prevent a car accident is to drive predictively – that is, to look on at your neighboring drivers and stay “two steps ahead” to predict what their next move...
