Large commercial vehicles like semi-trucks help transport large quantities of goods and raw materials efficiently. However, having these big vehicles share the road with smaller passenger cars causes a lot of crashes. Commercial vehicles are at risk for some of the...
Month: September 2021
Could ending daylight savings time reduce car accidents?
Early in the morning of the first Sunday in November, daylight savings time will end for 2021. Most of us don't think much about it, except to complain about the hour of sleep we lose every spring. But safety experts believe that adjusting the time by an hour twice a...
Spinal injuries can affect your mental health
The stress of adapting to a new life after suffering severe spinal injuries can toll on your mental health. Studies found irrefutable links between the two, going beyond getting used to a new lease or life. Your social circle could change instantly, and you may no...
Why do hands-free devices make driving dangerous?
Many states ban drivers from holding their phones while driving. However, you do not need to hold your phone to use it. Hands-free devices make it easier for you to use them without breaking the law. That does not mean it makes it safe to do so. The National...