According to statistics compiled by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), the rate of fatal road traffic accidents (RTAs) decreased slightly in 2022 after a three-year upward trend. The fatality rate of 12.8 per 100,000 people was down from 13 in 2021, 26 of those deaths occurred in the small city of Spokane, Washington. The United States experienced substantial...
Car accidents are shocking, stressful events. Even a minor accident can leave you a little shaken, stressed and unsure of your next move. The steps you take after the accident are very important and can have a huge impact on your medical and financial life. So, what steps should you take after a car accident? Should you say sorry and...
There are a lot of things that can cause a car accident. Understanding the top causes of car accidents can help drivers take steps to avoid getting in a crash. In addition, when an accident occurs, knowing the leading causes helps the parties investigate how it happened. Traffic specialists and law enforcement officers study the most common causes of car...
Getting into a car accident is one sure way to ruin your day. One minute you’re driving along fine and the next thing you know you’re on the side of the road dealing with an accident. Now you have to worry about things like how you’re going to pay for the repairs, how you’re going to get to work, and...
New safety technology on vehicles is saving lives and preventing injuries, but many of these technologies aren't yet set on all vehicles. System capabilities of your car will vary from others because they are not all created the same. So, it’s important to pick a car with systems that you’re going to understand to avoid possible failures. Below are some...
