Even a collision at low speed could lead to serious injuries if a cyclist was involved. Since cyclists have very little protection against an impact, they are likely to suffer broken bones or even head injuries. If you were involved in a collision with a cyclist, you...
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...
Truck drivers generally have a high level of training and experience. They are also held to much higher standards than non-commercial drivers. For example, they are not allowed to operate a commercial vehicle with even a very low amount of alcohol in their...
Riding a motorcycle is a great way to travel and is considered a sport and a way of life for many. However, it is a very dangerous form of transport. Tragically, many motorcyclists are injured each year, sometimes fatally.If you are a keen motorcycle rider, you should...
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...
If you've ever had the misfortune of seeing the aftermath of a tractor-trailer crash, then you likely understand that there's no such thing as a minor accident. It doesn't matter whether the semitruck crashes into the rear of an automobile, the driver of the car...
Austin is a city that's grown in popularity among the younger generations in recent years. This has attracted many people who enjoy getting around on their bikes or feet as opposed to in their cars. This has led to an uptick in bicycle and pedestrian accidents in this...
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...
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...
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...
