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Let’s break down the three main categories of distracted driving to help you stay focused and safe every time you hit the road. News of people being killed or seriously injured in distracted-related car wrecks has been on the rise and at an alarming rate. According to the NHTSA, in 2018 alone, approximately 400,000 people …
When a driver is distracted, they take their attention off the road and put themselves and others at risk. Here are seven common causes. Though there are many reasons why the people of St. Louis get into car accidents, there is one that happens more frequently than most others: Distracted driving. When a driver is …
Implementing these measures can curb distracted driving. As a result, you will be doing your part to keep yourself and others safe by cutting down on car accidents. A driver is distracted when they pay attention to something else when driving. Activities that can divert your attention from safe driving include texting, talking to people …
Distractions while driving can take many forms, but one of the most common distractions is rubbernecking. Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of car accidents in the country. Distractions while driving can take many forms, but one of the most common distractions is rubbernecking. Let’s discuss what this term means and what you …
When miss-and-run accidents happen, the phantom driver may continue driving unaware they’ve caused an accident. Imagine you’re driving down the road, and suddenly, the vehicle behind you attempts to overtake you and nearly hits the back of your car. You slam the brakes fast. And this causes you to skid off the road and collide …
Vaping while driving may not necessarily be illegal in St. Louis, but here is why it can be extremely dangerous and lead to an accident. E-cigarettes or “vapes” have become very popular in the last decade or so. Many smokers are using them as an alternative to tobacco products. Nicotine vaporizers of all types are …