One of the biggest causes of traffic accidents is distracted driving. The fact that people die in one of the approximately 1,000 daily collisions involving a distracted driver every day, around one third of respondents to a poll admitted to driving while distracted....
– David Komie
Car Accidents
The “100 Deadliest Days” come to Texas roads
No experience can compare to a long drive on Texas roads under a big, summer sky. People countrywide take road trips through the Lone Star State during summer, but not without risk. Starting at Memorial Day and ending at Labor Day, auto experts refer to these summer...
Austin tried to improve safety rules for ridesharing drivers
Although Austin tried its utmost to rid the city of Uber and Lyft, the two ridesharing companies seem to be here to stay. In 2016, Austin voters rejected Uber and Lyft’s efforts to self-regulate its drivers, while upholding stricter laws requiring background checks...
When is an accident a cyclist’s fault?
Cyclists tend to be more vulnerable than cars on the road. This is in part because they are less visible due to their size and lack of strong headlights. Therefore, bicycle accidents involving cars can often occur at night or during dusk.If you are a driver who has...
The most important road safety facts to be aware of
Facts and statistics can be very useful for increasing awareness, especially when it comes to road safety. It's important that we are aware of the reality of road travel so that we can make safer choices about how we use the roads.The following are some key statistics...
Which vehicles are the safest?
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) recently listed the safest vehicles on the market. IIHS releases a similar list each year, but this year’s list is a little different.IIHS has always used scores from a variety of safety tests to determine their...
2 out of every 5 fatalities on Austin roads were on foot in 2019
Austin saw an increase in 2019 in the number of traffic deaths. This increase is the first since 2015 when 102 people lost their lives on Austin city roads. Last year, the total was 88.Authorities are concerned about the number of pedestrian traffic fatalities, which...
3 generations killed in fiery car crash
A tragic car accident in Texas recently took the lives of people from three different generations of the same family: A baby, the child's mother and grandmother.The accident happened on Wednesday, February 5. Reports claim that the man who caused it was arrested on...
Driving slower at night
Do you often feel a bit on edge when you drive at night? It's very common for new drivers, but it can carry over to those with all levels of experience. It makes you feel a bit nervous and apprehensive.The reason is that your visibility gets reduced. Even with...
Do you know how to prevent dooring accidents?
Dooring accidents are one of the most common types of bicycle collisions. A dooring accident usually involves a driver or passenger of a motor vehicle opening the car door without looking behind the vehicle. A bicyclist who is approaching the vehicle may not have time...