Chances are, those that admit to texting behind the wheel know that it is a bad habit that can lead to serious car accidents and severe injuries. Yet so many drivers continue to do it, particularly younger drivers who feel the need to stay in constant connection with friends and family. Unfortunately, distracted driving, including » Read More

As the technology surrounding autonomous and semi-autonomous cars continues to develop, so do the questions and concerns about the overall safety of these vehicles. This new technology is being introduced for the first time so some of the concern likely stems from a general fear of the unknown. However, a new study suggests that it » Read More

We all know that getting behind the wheel after consuming too much alcohol is never a good idea. Drunk driving is responsible for too many serious injuries and fatalities, and groups like Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) fight hard to discourage people – especially underage individuals – from drinking and driving. However, what many people » Read More

Car safety has come a long way over the years with the development of new technology like blind spot detection, lane departure warnings, and self-driving cars. However, one of the most effective life-saving features that have been in every car for decades is the seat belt. In the event of a car accident, the seat » Read More

Commuters who regularly drive on the Jones Falls Expressway portion of Interstate 83 have probably seen, or been directly involved in a car accident at the location at some point over the years. In fact, the site is so infamous that the towering Pepsi sign, which has become somewhat of a crash site landmark, has » Read More

When it comes to fatal car accidents, 2016 was not a good year for Anne Arundel County. Early reports indicate there were 40 people killed on county roads, and at least one pedestrian fatally injured in the city of Annapolis. This is three more fatalities than the prior year, and as the final statistics for » Read More

Ignition interlock systems have been used since the early 1990s as a tool to prevent drunk driving offenders from getting behind the wheel again while intoxicated. Once installed in the vehicle, the device can detect alcohol on the driver’s breath. If the blood alcohol level is above the legal limit, the vehicle will not start. » Read More

At a 2016 Strategic Highway Safety Plan Summit, officials announced that more people lost their lives in roadway crashes in 2015 compared to the previous year, a statistic that is unacceptable to those who dedicate their lives to highway safety. Officials from the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT), Maryland State Police, and National Safety Council » Read More

According to statistics released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) this past summer, there was a 7.2 percent increase in fatal car accidents in 2015 compared to the previous year, a jump that is higher than it has been in the past 50 years. Unfortunately, the fatalities include almost every type of vehicle » Read More

It is well known that extreme road rage can have very dangerous consequences, especially when the situation gets out of control. However, what many people may not realize is that even minor acts of aggressive behavior, like swearing or making a rude gesture at another driver, can increase your risk of being in a car » Read More