Driver distractions aren’t a new concern, according to a new report that we’ve previously touched upon. In 1930, the Massachusetts registrar of motor vehicles wanted to ban car radios due to their potential to distract drivers. He argued motorists would need to remove their hands from a wheel to search for a station and that… read more

In Maryland, Anne Arundel County police have started implementing “Operation Eagle” to cut down on distracted driving. The program enforces safe driving practices and warns distracted drivers. In addition to texting and driving, distracted driving can include handling pets or eating, according to the police. Readers at the Broadneck Patch have reported witnessing other drivers… read more

A recall has been issued for Samuel Lawrence Furniture’s sleigh beds due to a fall hazard. Owners of full and twin-sized Bordeaux Collection bed frames are to be informed that the headboard and footboard hardware can detach after excessive loosening. Models being recalled are 8070-242 and 8070-243 for the full-size and 8070-232 and 8070-233 for… read more

In recent years there has been a lot of talk about texting while driving.  With fatal accidents becoming increasingly commonplace, numerous state and local governments have passed texting while driving laws. In many areas, though, these laws have proved to be nearly impossible to enforce, which has some officials frustrated. The law that has been… read more

Starting January 1 of next year, drivers in California will be allowed to text while driving ONLY if it is being done hands-free through a voice command application. A CHP officer commenting on the new law made it very clear that fines will still be issued if a driver is seen holding the cell phone…. read more

Research indicates that men value safety less then women when purchasing a new car. The study, conducted by Opinion Matters, finds that 47% of men focus more on performace factors such as speed and technology while women are typically more interested in safety (60%) and comfort (58%). Economically, safety is still paramount, because safer cars… read more

In Providence, Rhode Island, experts will offer free safety checks on kid’s car seats. The Kohl’s Cares Car Seat Check Program is working with the Hasbro Children’s Hospital for the effort. Safety check events will be held on July 20 at the Providence Children’s Museum and July 28 at Cardi’s Furniture in West Warwick. The… read more

The Iowa Department of Transportation has concluded that distracted drivers are to blame for an increase in crashes. Since this year started, crashes have gone up 19% from 2011. As previously reported, Iowa DOT has issued what they are calling the no-phone challenge to try and keep motorists focused on the road instead of texting… read more

There has been a recall issued for 152 TD925 motorcoaches of model years 2011 through 2012 made by Van Hool. During production, the wrong risers and floor adapter plates were installed in the vehicles. This can cause anyone sitting in affected seats to be injured during a crash. Van Hool will be in touch with consumers… read more

An increase in bike riders on the Texas A & M University campus has also led to an increase in citations issued against such persons.  University police estimate that they give out 10 to 15 tickets every week.  The big problem, according to officials, is that many students simply do not comprehend that they’re held… read more

To help raise awareness about bicycle safety, officials from the Bethany Beach Police Department gathered along Route 26 in Delaware to hand out helmets and lights.  They say that many cyclists in the state don’t understand pertinent laws.  For instance, it’s mandatory for kids under 16 to wear a helmet, but not everyone complies.  500… read more

An opinion piece out of Vancouver offers a somewhat unique opinion on combatting bicycle accidents along the road:  create roads that bikes aren’t allowed on.  The thinking is that the proliferation of bicycle-only lanes should have motor vehicle counterparts.  The author believes that cyclists on tight roads are often the ones causing conflict or danger… read more