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Avoiding Deer Related Collisions

March 13, 2025 - 1:38 PM
Every year, collisions with deer result in thousands of vehicle accidents, or collisions that involve hitting other vehicles or objects while trying to avoid a deer. Animal collisions can cause serious injuries or damage and must be taken seriously.
Key Practices
Wear seat belts at all times.
Keep your eyes...Full story
Avoiding Distracted Driving Accidents

February 28, 2025 - 2:02 PM

According to the National Highway Transportation Association distracted driving accidents result in over 3,000 deaths, 280,000 injuries, and $129,000 billion in losses every year on average.
Taking your eyes off the road for 5 seconds at 55 mph means that you are driving blindfolded in a 2 ton vehicle for the...Full story
Avoiding Rear End Collisions

March 13, 2025 - 3:51 PM
Even at slower speeds, striking another vehicle from behind can cause serious injuries, and for a driver to lose control of their vehicle. When traveling at a higher speed, even slight contact can cause a driver to lose control of their vehicle.
Key Practices
Plan...Full story
Drive Defensively

March 13, 2025 - 4:04 PM

The Federal Highway Administration estimates that collisions at intersections cause over 50% of serious injuries or fatalities from auto accidents.
The number and variety of intersections on any drive is high. Stay alert and never assume that the other driver is going to stop.
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Fighting Driver Fatigue

March 13, 2025 - 2:02 PM

On a good day, driving is always a serious matter with heavy vehicles, high speeds, road conditions, and distracted drivers. Driving when fatigued only increases driving risks by reducing attention spans and reaction times. In a high speed world, the pressure to drive when...Full story
How Good Drivers Get Hurt

March 14, 2025 - 9:15 AM

Good visibility and dry roads do not overcome poor driving habits or distractions. Many fatal motor vehicle accidents occur even when conditions are ideal, according to the National Safety Transportation Board. Basic defensive driving can help you avoid serious accidents.
Many people do not...Full story
Look and Check Before Backing Up

March 14, 2025 - 9:33 AM

Although we spend much less time backing vehicles that driving forward, accidents related to backing still account for approximately 25% of all auto collisions.
Most backing collisions are less severe than most collisions driving forward; however, they can still cause severe injuries and impact...Full story
Winter Driving Safety

February 28, 2025 - 2:22 PM

35,000 people died each year from auto accidents over the past decade.
Of the top seven automobile accident causes, situations related to snow, ice, and wet roads rank fifth.
Keep tires properly inflated, windshield de-icer full, and the vehicle in good operating condition. Pack emergency blankets, gloves, clothing, water, and medication if...Full story