You might not think of air bags very often, but they’ve saved more than 50,000 lives since 1987, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA). While air bags can prevent serious injuries, they are designed to work in addition to seat belts, not to replace them. Air bags have been making the […]
Tips for Driving Safely at Night
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 […]
Used Car Owners: Air Bag Inflator Alert
Have you purchased a used vehicle that was previously involved in a crash? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is alerting used vehicle owners to issues involving substandard air bag inflators. These parts are typically manufactured by foreign companies with little to no reputation of quality manufacturing, sold at prices significantly lower than the […]
Bridge Collapse Accidents
The Francis Scott Key bridge collapse in Maryland was a tragic event that resulted in several deaths. Although that tragedy occurred because of a container ship losing power, bridges throughout the United States are at risk of causing accidents. Many bridges that are in operation today are decades old and need regular maintenance and repairs. […]
Work Zone Fatalities Have Increased 63% Since 2010
When an individual is hit by a car, chances of survival vary depending on the speed of the vehicle. At 20 mph, the person has a 90% chance of surviving, but at 30 mph, that chance drops to 60%. At 40 mph, it’s only 20%. The National Safety Council analyzed National Highway Traffic and Safety […]
