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No one wants to get in a car accident, but travelers understand that taking to the road involves inherent risks. Still, most people do all that is possible to minimize the risk of an accident. One way to stay safe is to understand where dangers lie and avoid them....
Distracted driving is a leading cause of car accidents, but many drivers do not understand the things that contribute to that distraction. In fact, while you might already associate phone calls and personal grooming with distraction, there are many other things that...
The South Carolina Department of Public Safety keeps track of the incidents that occur along the roadways in the state, publishing information to help inform the public and keep them safe. By studying traffic trends, politicians, law enforcement and motorists can...
In 2021, 7,845 people died in traffic accidents, while total fatalities were 42,915. Therefore, nearly 19% of those killed in vehicle accidents were pedestrians. This is the highest number of pedestrian fatalities in one year in 40 years. Several factors contribute to...
While drunk drivers may cause numerous accidents on South Carolina roadways, many other driving behaviors lead to dangerous crashes, too. No roadway is immune from hazardous drivers. Knowing what to watch for might help drivers avoid collisions. 1. Distracted driving...
During the pandemic, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association (FMCSA) changed regulations for the trucking industry. These changes allowed drivers to drive for extended periods and eased the restrictions on trainee drivers. These relaxed regulations aimed to...
Bikers chose to take their bikes as a mode of transportation or exercise for a number of different reasons. Whether for the physical activity or environmental sustainability or a mix of both, biking is a fun and relatively safe mode of transportation but, like any...
When you go on vacation, you want the freedom to enjoy yourself. Whether you struggle with driving in a new city, or you plan to consume alcohol while frolicking on the beach, you may choose to use a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft when heading out to dinner or...
Motorcyclists have a lot on their plate when it comes to safely navigating the roads. Things that might pose just a small danger to drivers of other vehicles will often pose a much larger threat to motorcyclists. This can even include seemingly small things such as...
Each year during the summertime, the number of fatal and nonfatal crashes involving teenage drivers ticks upward. The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is so dangerous that many now refer to this stretch of time as summer’s 100 Deadliest Days. While the fact...