Despite Safety Warnings, Teen Drivers Still Texting Behind the Wheel
Texting while driving can lead to serious or fatal car accidents.
Drivers who text while behind the wheel are up to 23 times more likely to be involved in a crash, according to the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI). Research from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) indicates that teen drivers are more likely than any other age group to be involved in a fatal car accident because of distracted driving. Despite these statistics about the dangers of texting while driving, a new survey reveals that many teens are still engaging in this dangerous behavior.
How Safe is Your Rental Car?
Lawmakers are considering additional oversight to protect the public from unsafe rental cars.
If you've ever rented a car, whether for a weekend drive or a cross-country trip, you've probably made the assumption that your vehicle was safe. One California mom is challenging this assumption and urging for greater regulation over the car rental industry after her two daughters were killed by a defective rental vehicle.
Top Driver Distractions
Distracted driving can potentially cause a serious or fatal car accident.
Distracted driving is becoming an increasingly common phenomenon and some form of distraction is believed to be linked to as much as 80% of car accidents, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Knowing what distractions to avoid can help you stay safe on the road and potentially avoid an accident.
Don’t Drive Distracted: Safety Tips for Parents and Teens
Distracted driving can lead to a serious or even fatal car accident.
Distracted driving is an increasingly common source of car accidents on U.S. roadways. The trend is particularly worrisome among teen drivers, whose lack of driving experience may put them at greater risk of being involved in a crash.
Burglary Suspect Involved in Fatal Newark Car Accident Dies
The scene of a fatal Newark car accident that left one man dead. (Photo credit: KTVU.com)
One of three burglary suspects who caused a fatal car accident in Newark last week has died from injuries he sustained in the crash.