Every year in June, the NSC (National Safety Council) launches different awareness campaigns with the purpose of increasing public safety, all part of National Safety Month. Car accidents lead to numerous injuries and deaths each year. Even though we can notice a descendant trend, the numbers are still concerning. Every year in June, the NSC …
Just like other times of the year, summer brings its own seasonal hazards that you need to be aware of. Nothing compares to a nice summer drive! It’s the time where many Missourians get in their cars and go on family road trips, vacations, or just for a ride to relax. However, just like other …
Though the nature of lane departure warning systems will change as technology advances, it is already an excellent safety feature. Vehicle safety technology is getting smarter and more widespread every year, and that trend shows no signs of slowing down. One of the most important of them is lane departure warning systems, which are already …
While most traffic safety experts will admit that cruise control is a useful tool, it is one that can come with a variety of dangers. You can counteract these dangers by understanding precisely when to use cruise control, when to not, and how it could affect liability in a potential personal injury case. The Utility …
Though they are not a common occurrence, flash floods are dangerous enough to warrant your attention. The overall mindset shift you should make in these conditions is towards safe and defensive driving, as doing so will decrease your accident odds significantly. Here are some specific flash flood driving tips. Try Not to Drive at All …
Traffic lights and signals are there to protect drivers and pedestrians. When they are ignored the results can be serious. Though many St. Louis residents think they understand intersections perfectly, many of them would fail if you gave them a test on the subject. The reason is that there are a few confusing intricacies that …