Winter weather can impact your driving safety. Icy roads, reduced visibility, and hazardous conditions all increase the risk of car accidents. If you’re in a car crash, it’s important to know how to navigate insurance claims effectively. In this article, we’ll discuss how to handle insurance claims after a winter car accident. What to Do […]
Seat Belt Reminder Rule Finalized
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) finalized a seat belt reminder rule in December 2024. NHTSA estimates that the rule, which adds a seat belt warning requirement for rear seats and enhances warnings for driver and front passenger seats, will prevent over 500 injuries and save about 50 lives annually. Although seat belt use […]
Decreases in Traffic Fatalities, Including Pedestrian and Speeding-Related Crashes
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently released early estimates of traffic fatalities in key subcategories for the first half of 2024. These estimates project a decline in nearly all subcategories, including pedestrian and speeding-related crashes, rollover crashes, and crashes involving occupants who were not wearing a seat belt. Better Roadway Safety The National […]
Drunk Driving Accidents Surge During the Holidays: What You Need to Know
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recorded more than 4,500 deaths in drunk driving accidents during the month of December between 2017-2021. Holiday parties and increased alcohol consumption during the holiday season often lead to a surge in impaired driving. Impaired driving is dangerous for everyone. Keep reading to learn why drunk driving increases […]
Air Bag Safety: How to Stay Protected on the Road
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 […]
