Drivers are bombarded with distractions no matter the length or complexity of the trip. From eating breakfast on the way to work in the morning to answering email on the way home in the evening, drivers are constantly tempted to multitask while behind the wheel....
Three safety precautions to take when driving next to 18-wheelers
It’s always important to drive with care, but it can be especially important when driving around 18-wheelers. Each year there are almost 500,000 crashes involving large trucks reported in the United States. Luckily, there are precautions drivers like you can...
Three safety precautions to take when driving next to 18-wheelers
It’s always important to drive with care, but it can be especially important when driving around 18-wheelers. Each year there are almost 500,000 crashes involving large trucks reported in the United States. Luckily, there are precautions drivers like you can...
How can in-car cameras help prevent car accidents?
Motor vehicle accidents happen for many reasons, and unfortunately, many of them are preventable and the result of human error. Manufacturers recognize that drivers can benefit from certain types of tools, and many newer vehicles are coming with features that...
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Cellphones are not the only driving distractions to watch out for
When you picture a distracted driver, do you imagine a teenage driver looking down at a cellphone while driving on the freeway? This generalization is not completely wrong because cellphones are a common distraction and statistics show that many teenage drivers use...
Sleep apnea and an increased risk of 18-wheeler accidents
Louisiana truck drivers have one of the most important jobs in the American economy, but they also have one of the most critical responsibilities. Due to the large size and weight of their vehicles, truckers must be careful, including being able to recognize when they...
Elderly distracted drivers can cause car accidents
Distracted Louisiana drivers are a danger to themselves and everyone else on the road. When a person is looking at his or her phone, even for a second, it significantly increases the chances for car accidents. While drivers of any age are susceptible to driving while...
Glaucoma may make car accidents more likely
When people have a medical condition that could affect the way they drive or how they see the road, they are responsible for knowing when they should not drive. This is especially true for people who have glaucoma. This is a medical condition that affects how a person...
Driving in the rain is more likely to lead to car accidents
When the weather is bad, drivers should exercise extreme caution by driving slower, allowing more room between vehicles and watching for hazards. Most drivers are aware of the need to be more careful when its raining, yet many still drive too fast, follow too closely...
