Winter driving can get scary, especially when weather conditions are less than ideal. From sleet to icy driveways, it’s important to understand the hazards you might face as a winter driver in southeastern Indiana. Winterize Your Vehicle In addition to regular vehicle maintenance, you should take some time to prepare your automobile for winter. Consider […]
Rail Safety Week: Tips for Drivers and Pedestrians
Every year more than 2,000 North Americans are killed or seriously injured due to unsafe behavior around railroad tracks and trains. Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI) and Operation Lifesaver Canada are partnering to raise awareness and encourage safe behavior around railroad tracks during Rail Safety Week, which takes place in the fourth week in September. Stop […]
What is the SAFE Vehicles Rule?
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Deputy Administrator Heidi King recently addressed Congress to discuss Safer Affordable Fuel Efficient (SAFE) vehicles. She pointed out that while newer vehicles are safer and more environmentally friendly than older vehicles, the price of a new car can discourage individuals from replacing their older cars. King also noted that there […]
Work Zone Awareness: Drive Like You Work Here
There’s a saying that there are two seasons: winter and construction. That’s a bit of an exaggeration, but there are a lot of highway construction projects taking place this year. Worker safety is a major concern in construction zones. But workers are not the only people in danger in a highway construction zone. Did you […]
The Dangers of Distracted Driving
Motor vehicle accidents can be devastating. It’s easy to want to attribute crashes to things beyond our control, like blown tires and faulty brakes. But the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that in 94% of motor vehicle accidents, the crash was caused by driver error. These included recognition errors, decision errors, and performance […]
