An interesting phenomenon has happened over the years, in that pickup truck design has changed significantly. Trucks in the past were smaller and had more simplistic designs, geared around a simple cab and a large bed to carry materials on a job site. But modern...
Motor vehicle accidents
Why cell phone-related automobile accidents are underreported
West Virginia motorists should know by now that using a cell phone while driving can be extremely dangerous and even deadly. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Association, roughly 43,000 people in the United States died in automobile accidents in 2021....
Why do people drive under the influence?
One of the main risks you face on the road comes from impaired drivers. Many of these drivers are under the influence of alcohol, and they are responsible for numerous fatalities and injuries every year. But if drunk driving is so dangerous, why do people do it? Why...
3 common kinds of distracted driving
Distracted driving is one of the biggest causes of auto accidents. There are three types of distracted driving: manual, visual and cognitive. In other words, distracted driving happens when a driver looks away from the road or takes their hands off the wheel or thinks...
Why operating a car requires you to focus on one thing
Are you one of those people who find it really hard to do just one thing at a time, the sort of person who was forever told off as a child for fidgeting? Or perhaps you intentionally set out to do multiple things at once, believing you can get more done that way. In...
Speed contributes to almost 30% of deadly car crashes
Speed is a frequent and significant contributor to fatal car crashes. The allure of high speeds comes with a devastating price, as the consequences of speed-related accidents often extend beyond the immediate collision. From impaired reaction times to the increased...
Why a car full of teens is likely to result in a fatal accident
Getting a driver's license is symbolic for teens. They get the benefit of increased independence – and this freedom from parental authority can give a boost to their social status. However, sharing their vehicle with peer passengers increases the risk of fatal...
Promote motorcycle safety and prevent collisions
Statistically, a person riding a motorcycle is over 20 times more likely to suffer a traffic-related fatality than someone driving a passenger car. For this reason, West Virginia drivers are encouraged to pay special attention to motorcycle riders. Everyone can play a...
Distracted driving deaths rose 11 percent in the U.S.
As a responsible driver, you already know that distracted driving is unsafe. Texting or using handheld apps while driving affects your awareness of what is happening around you and your ability to react to changes like stopped traffic and red lights. So do other...
Are roundabouts really safer?
Roundabouts, also known as traffic circles, are becoming increasingly popular on roads worldwide. In recent years, there has been a trend towards using roundabouts in the United States, with more and more communities replacing traditional intersections with these...