As the clock falls back, shorter days present new driving risks. It’s dark earlier, and driving at night has its own challenges. Fatal Crashes Peak on Saturday Nights Fatal crashes peak on Saturday nights, according to a National Safety Council (NSC) analysis of National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration data. NSC notes that fatigue, difficulty […]
Raising Awareness: National Stop on Red Week
National Stop on Red Week takes place in August each year. The campaign raises awareness of the dangers of running red lights. National Stop on Red Week is a reminder that road safety is a shared responsibility. Always stop on red. It’s the law and it saves lives. Saving a few seconds at a light […]
How it Works: Driver Assistance Technologies
More than 42,500 people died in motor vehicle crashes in 2022, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Many of these incidents were related to human error. Driver assistance technologies are designed to help reduce crashes, keeping you, your passenger, other drivers, and pedestrians safe. Keep reading to find out how they can […]
Work Injury Risks for Roadside Assistance Providers
Roadside assistance providers put themselves at risk every day to help others. Tow truck drivers, mobile mechanics, safety service patrols, emergency roadside technicians, and others are often working by the side of the road due to the nature of their jobs. Roadside Assistance Provider Crash Facts A recent study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic […]
Rear-End Collisions: Top Cause of Car Crash Injuries
Rear-end collisions are often unexpected and can be frightening. Rear-end collisions are a common type of car accident that occurs when a vehicle collides with the vehicle in front of it. They can happen anywhere from a parking lot to the middle of the interstate or a major intersection. In fact, the National Highway Traffic […]
