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Conard High School students in West Hartford, Connecticut recently took part in texting while driving simulators. The vast majority of the students crashed, and some sped or swerved out of the lane. The simulators were there to show the teens that it was dangerous to drive and text at the same time. More than 50%… read more

As drivers age, their ability to drive safely might begin to wane. While generally older drivers take greater caution on the road than younger drivers, accidents involving elderly drivers have still occurred, some of them resulting in serious injuries not just to the driver but to others as well. This has caused the Automobile Association… read more

A new article investigates the possible safety dangers associated with keyless ignition systems. The case of a Missouri woman whose car went out of control possibly due to the malfunction of the keyless ignition is also observed and analyzed. The increased scrutiny has caused some safety officials to question whether keyless ignition systems are themselves… read more

Ali Landry has become an advocate for car seat safety. She is trying to stress things that people may not know. For example, car seats can expire, and should be checked regularly and replaced. Kids should also be in rear-facing seats for their first two years of life. Keeping a child in a five-point harness… read more

Members of the Governors Highway Safety Association recently gathered to discuss two main concerns: distracted and drugged driving. To fix distracted driving, they are calling for legislators across the country to ban all handheld devices while behind the wheel. To go after drivers who are under the influence of drugs, they would like to see… read more

There has been a recall issued for Legrand Wiremold Power Strips. Over 14,000 units are said to pose an electrical shock hazard due to reversed electrical wires. One incident has been reported, but there has not been an injury brought to the firm’s attention thus far. Immediately unplug this device if you are using it… read more

A new article discuss potential deficiencies in auto safety ratings. It compares the ANCAP (Australian New Car Assessment Program) and MUARC (Monash University Accident Research Centre) ratings systems. The writer informs consumers that they cannot fully depend on the data presented regarding the safety of vehicles because no two accidents are exactly alike. Different parties… read more

It’s finally here, the moment that people from across the entire country have been waiting for:  football season is upon us!  This weekend saw the NFL kick into gear with a number of high-quality games, and the NCAA season is already a couple weeks old.  The onslaught of football also brings a tradition just as… read more

Teenagers in Chico, California, will be able to take part in bike safety training being offered in a couple weeks at Pleasant Valley High School.  The class, called Traffic Skills 101, will combine lecture-based training with practical education where students will actually be able to take bikes out on the pavement.  Handling, crash avoidance, maintenance… read more

Thousand Oaks was recently the site of a crackdown operation focused on motorists who endangered pedestrians in the area by violating right of way laws.  The initiative fond two officers in plain clothes walking through a crosswalk and looking out for violators.  In just an hour and a half, 28 citations were issued to drivers. … read more

Chicago’s Department of Transportation has just put into action the initial steps of the city’s first ever pedestrian safety plan.  These preliminary measures began with the installation of so-called continental crosswalks, which involve the placement of rungs made of reflective materials that are more easily identifiable to motorists.  100 or so have been installed this… read more

Officials with the District of Columbia are pleased with the Walk Friendly Community distinction bestowed upon the city by the Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center.  Only 33 cities across the country have been given this title, but Washington D.C. goes them one step further by receiving a Gold rating.  A scant nine other cities also… read more