Why Is August a Dangerous Time to Drive?
From 2010 to 2014, two days in August saw 1,082 car accident fatalities. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), August 2nd and August 27th have been the two most dangerous days in the month to drive. As a whole, the month of August has consistently been the most dangerous of the year…
Benefits of Backup Cameras
In 2014, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that all new cars must have backup cameras installed by May 2018. Cars and trucks under 10,000 pounds will be mandated to have cameras that cover a 10 by 20-foot zone behind the vehicle. The NHTSA took several years after a bill was passed in…
Staying Safe in Road Construction Zones
Winter may have snow and ice, but summer has increased traffic, distracted teen drivers and road construction. Although work zones can be frustrating when your commute is extended by 20 minutes, construction is necessary to correct our roadways from the damage of winter conditions. That said, it is important to obey all signs for your own…
Car Recall? Here’s What to Do
We have been closely following the Takata airbag recall for months. The most recent reports are calling the recall a “full-blown crisis”; only eight million out of the 70 million cars affected in the US have been fixed. Regulators have announced that a full resolution could take years. The manufacturers at the core of the…
The Most Dangerous Places to Drive in Connecticut
As many drivers come to know, some roads are better than others. That is, you have an easier traveling on it, don’t fear other motorists ahead or weather conditions that could make the experience worse. However, there are other roads you know you need to be extremely cautious on. When it comes to Connecticut roadways,…
