Vehicle malfunctions can cause some of the worst imaginable accidents. Car malfunctions are sometimes rather innocuous, such as having the “check engine” light come on and stay on; no matter how many times a mechanic checks the engine. There are other malfunctions, however, that can be deadly. Most of them can be eliminated by simple […]
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Steps to Keep in Mind if you have a Car Accident
Getting involved in an accident is the last thing that you would want, however if that ever happens there are some steps that you will always need to keep in mind. It is always good to be prepared when you face such situations. It is also good to keep a handy manual in your glove […]
Year in Review (2011)-Car Accidents
If you live in Alabama, you may already know that you are at a high risk of being involved in some kind of car accident at some point in your lifetime. Alabama’s US Route 431, once made a “Dangerous Roadways” list and was coined “Highway to Hell”. While some improvements have been made, the statistics […]
Texas Distracted Driving Statistics for 2012
Despite numerous safety features in vehicles these days, traffic fatalities remain to be a problem across the USA. Each state has different laws regulating the use of cell phones while driving; including texting, talking, or the need for a hands free device. Texas in particular is a state that sees a high rate of fatalities […]
What you should do if the Other Driver has no Insurance
Car accidents are serious events. In many cases, vehicle accidents can cause damage to personal or government property, injury, or even possible death. In most cases, insurance providers are able and willing to cover the costs associated with an automobile accident; however, options may be limited when the other driver does not have insurance for […]
Identifying Dangerous Toyota Prius Recalls
Cars are an essential part of our lives. They take us to work, school, the grocery store, and a number of other destinations that are important in our everyday life. While there are a number of high quality cars currently on the market, the Toyota Prius has gained recent notoriety due to its high fuel […]
Can Crash Test Dummies Really Simulate Human Injuries?
Crash test dummies have been used for many years in an effort to assess the safety aspects of automobiles. For quite some time, consumers have gotten into the habit of checking the most recent safety trials that feature crash test dummies prior to making automobile purchases. How Crash Test Dummies Evolved First Technology Safety and […]
Accidents and Uninsured Drivers in the UK
Drivers in the UK are required, by law, to be covered by Car Insurance, yet it is believed that up to 6% of all drivers, actually on the roads in the UK, don’t have insurance. First off this is pretty ridiculous, and it’s surprising how these individuals feel like they can get away with it. […]
Seriously Injured in a Car Accident? Follow These Steps
No one plans or wants to be involved in a car accident. However, more than three million people are injured in car crashes every year. In other words, it could easily happen to you. The sad fact of the matter is that the majority of auto accidents are completely avoidable. Even if you’re a very […]