Pedestrian Deaths Reach Highest Number in 41 Years
A sobering look at a troubling trend The U.S. has witnessed an alarming increase in pedestrian fatalities in recent years. And according to a new report by the Governors Highway Safety Association...
View ArticleHarris County Leads Texas in Drunk Driving Crashes
Every year, countless lives are affected by people who make the reckless decision to drive while under the influence of alcohol. It’s a particularly severe issue in the Houston area. With a staggering...
View ArticleHouston’s Vision Zero Effort Seeing Mixed Results
Houston’s Vision Zero report for 2022 indicates a slight decrease in traffic fatalities compared to the previous year, but the reduction is modest, and more work still needs to be done. Despite this...
View ArticleTexas Launches ‘Survive the Drive’ Campaign Amidst Alarming Spike...
AAA Texas and the Insurance Council of Texas are launching a campaign called Survive the Drive to combat a troubling trend on Texas roads that has emerged since the COVID-19 pandemic. Before 2020,...
View ArticleTexas Approves $345 Million for Pedestrian and Bike Safety
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) recently approved $345 million worth of projects, including bicycle paths and pedestrian walkways, designed to make the state safer for everyone and...
View ArticleIntersection Accidents Spark Right-on-Red Debate
Texas considers ending right turns on red due to spike in crashes Most states, including Texas, permit right turns at signaled intersections in the absence of oncoming traffic. However, an increase in...
View ArticleTips to Overcome Bad Driving Habits in 2024
During this time of year, many people are trying to maintain their New Year’s resolutions. According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, one of the top priorities on everyone’s list should be...
View ArticleFMCSA Speed Limiter Rulemaking Aims for May 2024 Release
Could semi-truck speed limiters help prevent commercial truck wrecks? Federal officials are considering requiring commercial trucks to be equipped with a device that limits how fast semi-trucks can...
View ArticleWhat Are The Symptoms of Brain Damage After a Houston Car Accident?
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), including concussions, are among the most common injuries resulting from car accidents. If you or a loved one has experienced a TBI due to a car crash, the...
View ArticleHouston Mother Shares Heartbreaking Story Amid Distracted Driving Awareness...
In honor of Distracted Driving Awareness Month, family members who lost loved ones in fatal distracted driving accidents in Texas have been telling their stories to remind the public about the dangers...
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