West Virginia drivers know it is essential to obey all road safety laws when operating a vehicle. Unfortunately, some drivers endanger others by disregarding basic road rules. For example, a Minnesota woman is facing multiple charges for allegedly causing a car crash...
Year: 2017
1 dead in West Virginia coal truck crash
One man was killed in a fatal collision involving a car, a coal truck and a house near Kimberly. The incident took place on Dic. 21st, at around 2:30 p.m. on Armstrong Creek Road and left the road closed in both directions while crews cleaned up the debris. According...
Car crashes are caused by several key driving mistakes
For drivers in West Virginia, the potential for car crashes is always a concern when taking to the roads. Across the country, 6 million motor vehicle accidents take place each year. Accidents are caused in a number of ways, and developing an understanding of how they...
Study reveals link between brain trauma and intestinal damage
Traumatic brain injuries are all too common in West Virginia and around the country, especially among children and the elderly. They are caused by external forces like a blow or jolt to the head and can result in everything from headaches to memory loss to mood...
Roundabouts can help to create safer roads
Drivers in West Virginia know to be careful when they enter into an intersection. The conjunction points between roads can be quite dangerous, often leading to catastrophic injuries or even fatalities as cars come together from different directions. Because of the...
December designated National Impaired Driving Prevention Month
Drivers in West Virginia might be interested to learn that the White House has proclaimed December 2017 National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. In making the proclamation, the administration cited a number of statistics and commitments for the country to consider...
Auto safety features help cut driver deaths
Drivers in West Virginia are always navigating dangers whenever they are on the road. From slippery roadways with ice, rain or leaves to dealing with dangerous, drunk or distracted drivers, there are an array of hazards that can pose a threat to passengers and...
All trucks to be outfitted with electric logging devices
West Virginia drivers may be interested to learn that the trucking industry is preparing to switch to an electronic logging system that will monitor and log long-haul truck drivers. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, the Electronic Logging...
Motorcycle accidents
Motorcycles can be a lot of fun to drive when proper safety precautions are taken. However, it is still important for motorcyclists in West Virginia to be aware of the most common bike accidents and how best to prevent them. Safety gear is an important part of driving...
How to make winter driving safer
With its freezing rain, ice and snow, winter poses many risks for drivers. Experts have several tips for safe driving that can apply to anyone in West Virginia. The first thing is to know how ice can affect driving. Since all-season tires cannot provide the traction...