7 reasons why intersections are so dangerous
When the light turns green, you remove your foot from the brake and drive into the intersection. Suddenly, a vehicle from your right races through the intersection because the driver is trying to beat the light that has already turned red. It may have been a near...
Big truck accidents can be complicated
Big trucks transport important items -- including consumer goods -- all across Texas and play an important role in the economy. Depending on where you live, you might even encounter large tractor-trailers on a regular basis. Even though these trucks might be a normal...
Drowsy driving contributes to accidents
Getting enough sleep is an important factor in living a happy, healthy life. It is also an important factor in staying safe on the road. Unfortunately, there are a lot of Texas drivers who get behind the wheel even though they are far too tired to do so. This lax...
Drunk drivers common feature on Texas roads
No matter how safely you drive, you cannot avoid negligent or dangerous drivers. This is probably an unsettling feeling, especially when you consider that it is not always easy to spot drunk drivers. While you might do your best to distance yourself from another...
Higher speed limits lead to more car accidents
Vehicle safety has improved greatly over the years. Things like airbags, seatbelts and improved structural design keep you and everyone else on the road safer than ever before. Unfortunately, there is something that is counteracting these new safety features -- higher...
Common causes of large truck accidents
Large trucks are an essential part of Texas’ economy. Truck drivers traverse across the entire country, bringing goods from all over. While these vehicles and drivers might serve an important function, they also pose a serious threat. Large truck accidents are life...
Is work fueling the distracted driving problem?
Work does not just stay at the office anymore. With the advent of technology like smartphones and video chatting, bosses are expecting more from their workers than perhaps ever before. Like a lot of people in Texas, your boss might expect you to answer work calls or...
Age may influence drunk driving
Drunk drivers do not just endanger their own lives. They also put everyone else in Texas at risk for serious injury or even death. Unfortunately, many men and women still act as if drinking and driving is safe. This dangerous attitude toward drunk driving makes it...
It is never safe to text and drive
Life without a smart phone probably feels a little unrealistic in today’s society. But is it unrealistic to expect people to use their smart phones safely? Unfortunately, there are many drivers in Texas who still prioritize their phones over paying attention to the...
Poor regulations, sleepy drivers and large truck accidents
It is always a good feeling to walk into a store and find the exact product you were looking for, but you might not think much about how it got there. However, you have probably had the experience of driving near a large truck. Large trucks travel back and forth...