Driving Safety

Connecticut lawmakers believe that distracted driving is a public safety hazard that needs more focus. They are determined to make sure everyone stays safe…

November 7, 2024

Texas A&M University’s Transportation Research Institute released a new study which shows that even when a driver uses voice-activated technology to send a text message they are just as distracted…

November 7, 2024

Along with regulating safe driving for everyone, state laws also address issues which might affect otherwise safe drivers. Certain medical conditions can affect a drivers ability to operate a vehicle.…

November 7, 2024

Indiana joins many states in using a probationary or graduated system for teen drivers. This program helps teens get their licenses step by step.…

November 6, 2024

Police in New York have identified the person they believe was behind the wheel in an accident that tragically took the life of a 4-year-old girl 45 years back. Yes,…

November 6, 2024

Maryland’s law against distracted driving has been around for years, stopping drivers from using handheld phones on the road. It only counted as a…

November 6, 2024

Trying to grab the attention of drivers, especially young teens, has been like pulling teeth despite big safety pushes. Yet, the number of teens texting behind the wheel has shot…

November 6, 2024

New York was one of the last state’s to enact a ‘Move Over’ law which required drivers to slow down and move to an outside lane when approaching a stopped…

November 6, 2024

The California Court of Appeals this week ruled that using your cell to check a map while driving violates the states distracted driving ban.…

November 6, 2024

Pedestrians in the Big Apple face a surprising danger. A recent New York Times report highlights that folks on foot are often hit by cars while crossing the street—and get…

November 6, 2024