tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-314660622009-11-20T11:40:49.618-05:00Safety is No AccidentKristinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14636886429585004013noreply@blogger.comBlogger396125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31466062.post-72141619372802654602009-11-20T11:16:00.004-05:002009-11-20T11:40:49.629-05:00

The first recorded traffic collision in the US occurred in May 1896 when Henry Wells, driving a Duryea motor wagon, struck and injured a cyclist. The cyclist wound up with a broken leg and Mr. Wells spent the night in jail. Things have changed since that time. In 2008, 716 cyclists were killed in traffic crashes and 52,000 were injured. Florida, the fourth largest state, led the nation with 125

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For drivers, the most dangerous period of the year is approaching. Thanksgiving weekend is the most traveled holiday period of the year with almost 90% of those traveling doing so by car and, if previous year statistics hold true, this Thanksgiving weekend will also be the deadliest holiday period of the year.This year, the official 102 hour Thanksgiving holiday period will start at 6:00 pm on

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The cool, crisp, colorful days of autumn will soon give way to the bitter cold, dark days of winter and that means it is time to prepare your car for winter weather. With the exception of Hawaii, no matter where you live in the nation, you can be subjected to freezing weather (Miami has seen snow flurries). Those who live where snow and ice are common know to prepare but those who live in the

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An auto manufacturer announced that they were developing a system to track facial cues that indicate that a driver may be falling asleep at the wheel and then use the car's air conditioning system to adjust the temperature and humidity to create an optimal environment to keep the driver awake. The system goes further using aromatherapy to give a blast of aromas designed to increase alertness in

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Several instances have been reported over the past few years of Toyota and Lexus vehicles experiencing uncontrollable runaway engines resulting in speeds of more than 100 mph. One instance resulted in the death of a California family when their Lexus reached speeds of more than 120 mph before crashing. In another case, a man and his wife plunged over an ocean side cliff, resulting in the death of

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Its that time of the year again. Time to fall back and set the clocks to Standard time. The change can cause disruptions while our mind and body adapt to the new time and that disruption can extend to our driving.Changing back from Daylight Savings Time to Standard Time occurs on the first Sunday in November and that falls on November 1st this year. The time change officially happens at 2:00 AM

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As baby boomers reach retirement age, their medicine cabinets seem to become more and more crowded with all the medications needed to fight off the infirmities of old age. Blood pressure, heart problems, aches, and pains increase with every passing year and so do the visits to the doctor. Unfortunately, the AARP generation apparently isn't being warned about the effects that these medications may

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The chill is in the air. Orange is the dominant color and kids are beginning to think of their plans for October 31st. Before you go out shopping for costumes and buying bags of candy this year, spend a few minutes planning the night ahead. Identify what type of celebrations will be taking place and where they will be located. Not only will it help determine your plans, it will help you be an

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The explosion of aggressive driving on Florida's highways has gotten the attention of the Florida legislature and they took action during the 2009 legislative session in an attempt to change driver attitudes. On October 1st, several laws went into effect that will impact Floridians who choose to drive aggressively. Depending on the offense, the new laws are designed to increase the expense of

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Few issues have riled up motorists over the past few years as much as the issue of red light cameras. On one side are those in favor of red light cameras and on the other are those who claim the cameras are just a way for municipalities to increase their revenue and that the cameras are a violation of a motorist’s rights. There is also conflicting data on whether or not the cameras actually

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The torrential rains that struck northern Alabama and Georgia this week have created swollen rivers and streams throughout the area. Some of the deaths that resulted from the floods resulted because the victims didn't appreciate the depth and force of the rushing water. The flooding is causing some very hazardous driving conditions. More than half of flash flood deaths are auto related. Before

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Here it is; the last big weekend of summer. This Labor Day weekend millions of drivers will be hitting the road for one final summer getaway before everyone goes back to school and the weather turns cool. Due to the late date of Labor Day this year, it is projected that fewer travelers will be hitting the road this year than last but it is still projected to be one of the busiest holiday travel

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A study was released recently that got a lot of media attention along with some critical reviews. According to the study's authors, bad road conditions contributed to 52.7% of fatal collisions in the US. This report is a rare case faulting road construction as a factor. Most studies since 1979 have placed the blame for traffic collisions squarely on the driver either through driver error or

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On August 24, 2009, the Florida Highway Patrol announced an initiative to target drivers who fail to Move-Over when passing emergency vehicles. The FHP initiative will run through the Labor Day weekend. Other states are conducting similar initiatives.Florida's Move-Over Law requires motorists who encounter an emergency vehicle with its emergency lights flashing, to Move-Over into the opposite

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A study conducted by Purdue University has found that most drivers feel it is safe to exceed the posted speed limit by 5, 10, or 20 mph. That is probably no surprise to anyone who regularly drives on America's roads. In spite of these driver attitudes, the studies continue show that speed kills.According to an article in "Science Daily", the Purdue survey of drivers found that "21 percent thought

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If you are a resident of any of the Sun Belt or Gulf Coast states with large populations of retirees, doubtless you have heard or even commented yourself on what a problem older drivers are and their impact on the flow of traffic. Newspaper headlines about an elderly driver becoming confused and plowing into a group of people increase the call for restrictions or even outright revocation of

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Most drivers are familiar with the concept of careless driving tickets, but few stop to think about what careless driving really is or how it causes crashes. Careless driving is an umbrella term for a number of violations, including lane drifting, which can lead to head-on or sideswipe crashes. About 10,000 deaths occur annually when vehicles leave the roadway. According to the National Highway

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A new poll was released earlier in the week that was somewhat saddening but not at all surprising. The poll looked at the top 25 metropolitan centers in the US and judged them from worst to best based on the level of angry and aggressive drivers in those cities. The 2009 "In The Driver's Seat Road Rage Survey," commissioned by AutoVantage and conducted by Affinion Group Media listed New York as

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Drivers can receive careless driving tickets for a number of reasons. One such offense is reading while driving, which is more common than many people think. Though difficult to prove unless a law enforcement officer observes it, this behavior is a dangerous distraction that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports increases drivers' chances of being involved in motor

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The latest figures for the year 2007 show a 17% drop in construction zone fatalities over the previous year. That is the good news. The bad news is that there were still a total of 835 deaths in highway construction zones in 2007. That is a rate of almost 2.3 deaths per day. What most people don’t realize is that four out of five of those deaths involve motorists, not construction workers.The

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Studies show that teens who have no parental supervision are four times more likely to abuse drugs than those who are supervised, so it's worthwhile for parents to be vigilant even while they're in the process of allowing their teens to increase their level of independence. Here are some tips for parents, including actions to take and what to watch out for to ensure teens' safety. Know your

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John Adams, a signer of the Declaration of Independence and our second president, wrote a letter to his wife, Abigail, expressing his feelings on how the Fourth of July should be celebrated: "It should be solemnized with pomp and parade, with shews, games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires and illuminations from one end of this continent to the other from this time forward forever more."Commemorating

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As the fourth of July holiday weekend approaches, families and friends, retailers and law enforcement all gear up for what the celebration will bring. While everyone is making their plans, special attention needs to be given to the responsible use of alcohol.•Be sure to limit access and take steps to prevent the use of alcohol to minors.•Take steps to ensure that anyone who has consumed alcohol

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New Allstate Study Reveals Disturbing Practices Amongst Teen DriversAccording to a new Allstate Insurance Company study of Texas teen driving habits, fifty-two percent of Lone Star teens admit to driving a car after drinking alcohol or have been a passenger in a car operated by a teen driver who had been drinking. Allstate agents asked teens in and around eleven Texas cities, including Dallas,

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Taxpayers Footing Almost 39% of Total Bill Recently, the Florida Department of Children and Families released a new study entitled Economic Costs of Underage Drinking in Florida. Amongst its findings are that the statewide economic impact of underage alcohol-related crime, traffic crashes, health care and other costs Floridians over $3 billion each year.Violent crime linked to alcohol was

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