Most people know how dangerous drunk drivers can be on the road. But what about drowsy driving? While driving tired might not seem like a big deal, drowsy drivers can be just as dangerous as drivers who are under the influence of alcohol. And just like drunk driving accidents, car accidents caused by drowsy drivers...
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New Regulations Target Vehicle Designs to Protect Pedestrians on U.S. Roads
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently proposed new vehicle design guidelines and safety testing regulations intended to reduce the number of pedestrian accidents, which have reached record highs in recent years nationwide and many states, including Indiana. "We have a crisis of roadway deaths, and it's even worse among vulnerable road users like...
Read MoreNew National Plan Accelerates V2X Technology for Safer U.S. Roads
The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) is shifting gears on road safety with its latest initiative, Saving Lives with Connectivity: A Plan to Accelerate V2X Deployment. This new strategy seeks to drive vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology adoption nationwide, putting the pedal to the metal in the race to reduce fatal car accidents to zero. V2X technology...
Read MoreNational Traffic Awareness Month Calls for Safer Roads
Car accidents frequently happen due to reckless or negligent driving. To address this issue, road safety advocates have designated August as National Traffic Awareness Month. According to National Today, this annual campaign “aims to shed light on the safety rules that can help prevent major or minor accidents from taking place.” An alarming spike in...
Read More$3.8M Awarded to Fort Wayne for Traffic Safety Upgrades on Key Roads
Fort Wayne is gearing up for a major overhaul of four major roads in its southeastern sector. The city recently received a $3.8 million federal grant from the 2024 Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) program, administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation. This funding will kickstart traffic safety upgrades to curb speeding...
Read MoreTeen Drivers Face Increased Risks in Summer
As we eagerly anticipate the joys of summer vacations and fun-filled activities, teen drivers face increased risks on the road during this time of year. In fact, car accidents remain the leading cause of death for teenagers, particularly those between the ages of 16 and 19. It's important for parents and guardians to remain vigilant...
Read MoreMotorcycle Accidents Often Result in Severe Injuries
As the warmer weather arrives, motorcycle riding offers an exhilarating sense of freedom and adventure on Indiana's roads. However, riding comes with some risks, especially when sharing the road with negligent drivers. Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, which takes place nationally each May, is an important reminder for all vehicle drivers to watch out for motorcyclists...
Read MoreIndiana State Police Launches Distracted Driving Enforcement Effort
In recent years, distracted driving has increasingly become one of the most common causes of car accidents. This is why many traffic safety organizations have made distracted driving the main focus of many driver education programs. April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is leading the charge this month...
Read MoreSeeking Legal Help for a TBI After a Car Accident
Injuries sustained in car accidents can be severe, and among the most potentially life-altering are head and brain injuries. These injuries can range from concussions and contusions to more serious traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), each carrying the potential for long-term consequences. Experienced legal representation is important for head and brain injury victims If you or...
Read MoreFort Wayne Receives $5.6 Million Grant for Road Safety
Will the road safety projects help prevent car accidents? Fort Wayne, Indiana recently received $5.6 million in federal funding designed to improve the city's streets and hopefully prevent car accidents in the future at certain dangerous intersections where pedestrians and others are often at risk, according to a Fox 55 Fort Wayne news story about...
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