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It’s easy to think of distracted driving as something that happens outside of your own mind. You’re watching the road, for instance, when your child starts calling for assistance with a snack from the back seat. You’re holding the steering wheel when your phone...

If you are a motorcyclist in Austin, the chances are high that you are also a car driver. For many people, a motorcycle is a luxury, to take out on the weekends or in the long summer evenings. A car is more practical for hauling the family around, picking up the...

There are two pieces of advice that can help protect you from getting into a distracted driving collision. The first and most obvious is to not engage in distracted driving yourself. Putting your phone on silent and setting it where you can't see or reach it can help...

Riding a motorcycle is a great way to feel more connected to your surrounding environment. You may like the feel of the wind or knowing how close you are to the road. It can be exhilarating.  Unfortunately, riding a motorcycle can also be dangerous. In 2018, 4,985...

If you are like most drivers, you probably think of dump trucks or garbage trucks as a source of annoyance, not a source of risk. They make constant stops on the road, sometimes you can smell them if you have your windows rolled down and they make a lot of noise when...

Most people who knowingly break the law are not eager to admit that they have done so. However, there is an exception to this rule, and it involves people who drive at speeds faster than the posted limits. Many people consider exceeding the speed limit to be part of...

All drivers need to be fully rested when they’re behind the wheel because fatigue is a contributing factor to many crashes. When the driver is operating a big rig, the dangers to the drivers around them are significant if that trucker is fatigued. One issue that...

The nationwide popularity of motorcycles has led to the formation of many clubs dedicated to exploring rural areas on motorcycles. Such clubs hold several meetings or rallies throughout the year. Even now, during the time of the coronavirus pandemic, clubs hold...

Smartphones are one of the main culprits in car crashes. Even safe drivers have the urge to switch songs, look at social media or text a friend. Unfortunately, this can be dangerous – whether the car is in motion or not. According to the National Safety Council,...