Distracted driving is a problem on many roads in West Virginia and throughout the country. It's estimated that about nine people die in accidents that were caused by distracted drivers each day in the U.S., and approximately 100 individuals are injured in accidents...
Year: 2019
“Beehive Theory” may explain how TBIs cause brain damage
A report published in the journal Medical Hypotheses has posited a theory explaining how head trauma incurred years earlier leads to a deterioration in brain functions. West Virginia residents should know that it is called the "Beehive Theory". According to this...
Prevent winter car accidents with these tips
Ice, winter storms and poor road conditions lead to over 2,000 road fatalities in West Virginia and across the United States each year. Staying safe on the roads during winter means preparation and vigilance while driving.During winter storms, it is best to stay in...
Automatic braking systems don’t always work
Pedestrian fatalities are on the rise in West Virginia and across the country according to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. To combat the problem, more automakers are adding automatic emergency braking systems to their new vehicles....
Drowsy driving a major issue as daylight saving time ends
In AAA's 2018 Traffic Safety Culture Index, 96% of drivers acknowledged that drowsy driving is extremely dangerous, yet 27% admitted to doing it at least once in the past 30 days. Drowsy driving is a factor in some 328,000 crashes every year, and the National Sleep...
Scientists investigate brain injury treatments
Traumatic brain injury can be life-changing and devastating. Each year, over 1.7 million people in West Virginia and across the country experience brain injuries, and the most common causes are car accidents and slip-and-fall incidents. Around 288,000 people are taken...
Highway fatalities fall but safety concerns remain
West Virginia residents may be relieved to hear that deaths caused by car accidents declined for the second straight year in 2018. While the total of 36,560 deaths nationwide is still staggering, it represents a 2.4% decline over the previous year. Statistics in 2017...
Teens linked to higher rate of distracted driving
Teenagers in West Virginia are more likely to drive while distracted and be in auto accidents, according to study data released for Teen Driver Safety Week. It may come as no surprise that teens are more prone to crashes, especially because they are inexperienced...
Roundabouts are safer than intersections
Roundabouts are relatively rare in West Virginia and across the United States, which means that many American drivers still find them confusing. However, statistics show that they are much safer than four-way stops. Roundabouts, also known as traffic circles, require...
Impact technology makes for a safer motorcycle ride
Given a motorcyclist's vulnerability, forward-thinking people continue to work on innovations that enable riders to enjoy a safer experience out on the road.From wearing apparel to motorcycle safety systems, here are eight innovations any rider should consider: 1....