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Motor vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles and pedestrians all have to follow the rules of the road. However, when a driver is negligent, the results may easily be fatal for the other party. Unfortunately, motorists who are paying attention to surrounding vehicles often...
Despite the recall of millions of vehicles from many different manufacturers, Takata airbags are still killing drivers. In fact, according to reporting from Automotive News, a South Carolina man died when a Takata airbag exploded earlier this year. The fatality in...
Driving on the busy city streets can be intimidating, especially if you rarely drive. Whether you are a visitor to New York City or a resident who occasionally rents a car for outings, preparing for city driving can reduce your risk of accidents. Review these New York...
The role of technology in modern vehicles continues to increase, especially as auto makers and technology companies race to get fully autonomous vehicles on the roads. Improving safety by reducing or eliminating human error is the stated goal of these efforts. One...
You may assume getting behind the wheel after only a few hours of sleep is not as dangerous as it seems, but drowsy driving can be just as catastrophic as driving with illegal substances in your system. Drowsy driving typically occurs when your fatigue affects your...
Wearing your seat belt every time you drive or ride in a motor vehicle is one of the more effective ways to avoid a serious injury in a car crash. Furthermore, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration notes that seat belt usage may reduce your chances of...
Although New York drivers have the reputation of being aggressive drivers, there are drivers with road rage throughout the entire country. In fact, a poll taken by AAA reports that nearly 80% of adult drivers in the U.S. says that they too have had feelings of rage...
Most people have taken a quick trip to a fast-food chain for a pick-me-up. They may get a soda, grab a small bite to eat or grab dinner for the family. Whatever the reason, it's common for these people to then sit in their vehicles and eat. The problem isn't that...
After you experience a car accident, you begin to feel pain hours or even days afterward. Depending on the location and severity of the pain, it may indicate a number of injuries, some of which are very uncomfortable, and some which are potentially deadly. Even if you...
The ramifications of traffic deaths are massive. One would hope New York City would see as few of these tragic incidents as possible. Recently, preliminary statistics have come out on traffic fatalities in the city in 2016. Reportedly, New York City, overall, saw 229...