Even the most seasoned drivers can still find it difficult to drive through heavy fog, especially if there’s little to no visibility. It’s one of those situations where the risk of fog-related accidents is high, so you better drive with extra care if you want to get through the fog…
At this point, everyone is aware that texting while driving is incredibly dangerous. However, that’s not the only reason for distracted driving! There are a number of causes that a lot of people will find surprising. Let’s look at some of the most surprising causes of distracted driving: Top Surprising…
In the United States, more than 33,000 people died in motor vehicle accidents in 2019. As devastating as it is, the number of fatalities continues to increase. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety reported that 20,160 people passed away from traffic accidents in the first half of 2021 alone—the…
When you hear of the term “black box,” you may automatically think of the box inside the airplane that records the communication in the cockpit along with the flight data. However, black boxes also exist in the vehicle. Also called an EDR (Event Data Recorder), these recording tools record what…
Vehicular accidents, including what’s considered to be “minor,” can lead to a lot of damage to several vehicle parts. Practically everyone knows that the airbag will need replacement if it was deployed, and to be checked up on if it wasn’t because of the accident. Other components should also be…
Responsible for saving tens of thousands of lives every year ever, airbags are undoubtedly a tenet of road safety today. From spacious and practical minivans to spine-tingling sports cars, nearly every car on the road nowadays has a bag and a set of canisters waiting to be deployed in case…
Seat belts are the most critical safety equipment in your vehicle. It might seem like old technology to you, but it has saved more lives than you can imagine. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that 14,995 lives were saved by seat belt use in 2017. 2,549 additional…
We’ve all been told the importance of wearing a seat belt when inside a vehicle. In fact, a lot of countries make it illegal to drive without a seat belt on. But despite multiple warnings throughout our lives, some people still don’t make it a habit to buckle up before…
Driving is good for you! Going for a drive is not only means of getting from Point A to point B, but the act of driving is also an excellent de-stressor. Daily commutes may cause you to feel more frustrated or stressed, but driving does the exact opposite! Of course,…
A car is built with various safety features, such as seat belts and airbags. These pieces of equipment ensure the limitation of injuries in both passengers and drivers, increasing the chances of survival. That being said, this equipment does not prevent all types of injuries. Issues like whiplash are still…
