Though driving a car is generally a safe endeavor, that doesn’t mean you should play fast and loose behind the wheel. Wherever possible, you should avoid taking risks, such as driving on particularly dangerous roads. However, that involves knowing which roadways are most likely to result in car accidents. And if you’re like most drivers, you likely haven’t done extensive research into the safety of […]
According to data provided by the Federal Highway Administration, Louisiana is in the top 10 for the most dangerous road conditions in the country. A shockingly high 14.35% have heavy rutting, and 15.47% have heavy cracking. These conditions result in a fatality rate of 24.23 per 100,000 licensed drivers, making Louisiana the 10th most deadly state to drive in. When fatality statistics are compared to […]
As one of Louisiana’s more populous cities, traffic crashes are a part of life in Baton Rouge. No matter where you are traveling in the city or your journey’s purpose, you are always at risk of being involved in a wreck. Crash data reveals, however, that some stretches of road experience a greater number of accidents than others. A truck or car accident can have […]
Motor vehicle crashes remain one of the top causes of accidental deaths and hospitalizations in Georgia. And though one may immediately think of areas like Atlanta or Savannah, it’s important to understand that Georgia is home to several townships and counties, such as Marietta. The small city, located northwest of Atlanta, spans 23 square miles and houses nearly 60,000 residents. It also has a robust […]
Freehold Township and Freehold Borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey, have a combined population of approximately 50,000 residents. Freehold Borough is the official county seat of Monmouth County, while the surrounding township contains historical homes, tourist destinations, and other attractions. The area’s picturesque scenery can conceal the dangers of the roads. If you live in or plan to travel to Freehold, you want to do […]
Millions of tourists pour into Orlando every year, determined to make the city’s theme parks and attractions part of their happy vacation memories. Unfortunately, not all the memories made in Orlando are pleasant. Traveling along Orlando’s roads puts you and your loved ones in danger of injury or death. However, the risks are not as high on some roads as others. How Dangerous Are Orlando’s […]
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Seattle streets are among the safest in the country. It was also ranked one of the top ten safest cities for pedestrians. However, there are still over 10,000 accidents every year. On average, Seattle has 180 serious injuries and 28 fatalities in traffic accidents per year. Here’s an overview of Seattle road safety and current initiatives […]
Based on data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were over 5 million car accidents across the United States in a recent year. Further, the NHTSA estimates that 42,795 people lost their lives in motor vehicle collisions in 2022. These two statistics alone demonstrate that crashes are a serious concern throughout the country. Although car accidents can happen for countless reasons, […]
It’s often stated that the things that separate you from the ground – like your shoes and your mattress – are worth spending extra money on. Car tires certainly fall under this category as well. Perhaps one reason for this old adage is that skimping out on these products has especially severe drawbacks. Regardless of where you’re located in the country, you stand a greater […]
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2021, there were 42,915 traffic fatalities in the United States. This is the highest level of traffic fatalities the country has seen in 16 years. However, the number of deaths per mile is thought to have somewhat decreased in 2021. Estimated deaths climbed 10.5% from 2020. Multi-vehicle collisions, urban highways, rural interstate routes, and pedestrians all […]