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Dec. 7 Marks Beginning of Older Driver Awareness Week
The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) is promoting the importance of transportation and mobility for older adults next week. Older Driver Awareness Week, which runs from Dec. 7-11, encourages awareness of a different aspects of driver safety for each...
Traffic Deaths Climb in 2015, Reversing Last Years Trend
A new report shows that auto accident fatalities in 2015 may have increased compared to last year. For 2014, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported a slight decline in traffic deaths. But for the first six months of 2015, there has been a...
Despite New Law, Oklahoma Still has Highest Rate of Uninsured Drivers
Oklahoma law requires all drivers to have liability insurance with minimum coverage for injury or death. Despite this, there are thousands of drivers on the road who are uninsured. In fact, at a whopping 25.9 percent, Oklahoma has the highest rate of uninsured drivers...
Teenage Truck Drivers May Be Coming to Highway Near You
A proposal currently being discussed in U.S. Congress may permit teen truck drivers to operate 80,000 pound tractor trailers across state lines. The trucking industry is backing the bill, citing economic concerns over a driver shortage. Safety advocates argue that...
Deficiencies Found in Registration System for Recalled Tires
New information shows that millions of defective tires are on the road, increasing the likelihood of car accidents across the country. With over 500 motor vehicle deaths per year caused by tire failures, this has safety advocates deeply concerned. The National...
Pediatricians Raise Concerns About Cellphone Radiation Exposure for Children
Recent studies are renewing concerns about cellphone radiation and the risk of brain cancer, especially among children. Several groups, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, are demanding more studies and a re-evaluation of radiation standards set by the...
NHTSA Issues $200 Million Penalty To Takata for Defective Airbags, Orders Recall Speedup
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently announced it would be fining Takata Corporation, a manufacturer of automotive airbags, up to $200 million for violating safety regulations and failing to report defects. They are also ordering a...
Proving Who Is at Fault in an Auto Collision
Thousands of car accidents occur every day in the United States for a variety of reasons. Sometimes a driver isn't paying attention or is driving recklessly. Sometimes there is an issue with visibility or poor road conditions. Whatever the reason, a car accident can...
National Teen Driver Safety Week Encourages Safe Driving Practices
Did you know that car crashes remain the leading cause of death for teenagers ages 14-18 in the United States? Teen Driver Safety Week, taking place on October 18 to 24 will focus on best safety practices and behaviors for keeping teens safe, as they learn to drive...
GAO Report Says Trucking Hours of Service Rules Reduce Accidents
Trucking hours of service rules were created by the government to ensure drivers are not fatigued or drowsy while on the road, a leading cause of truck accidents. These rules dictate weekly and daily work and drive time limits for commercial truck drivers. In efforts...