When looking at the sheer size and weight of an 18-wheeler, it is easy to see why in an accident, the semi-truck usually “wins.” In an accident involving these large vehicles, the truck often sustains little damage while the other vehicles involved are obliterated.
Avoid causing dangers when traveling near tractor-trailers
Sharing the road with other travelers is just a way of life. Although you may sometimes find yourself on a small road with no other cars around, you likely wind up in traffic more often than not, especially if traveling the busy highways.
The challenges and dangers of driving while under the influence
A collision can take place at any given moment, and dealing with the fallout of a major crash can be a harrowing process. There are a multitude of circumstances under which another driver could place your well-being in harm's way, one of the most dangerous of which involves encountering a drunk driver.
Even a minor crash could open you up to the wrath of whiplash
When it comes to being involved in a collision, what seems like a minor incident could still have a substantial impact on your plans for the day. Arranging alternative travel plans while mulling over the costs off vehicle repair could be enough to darken your mood, even if you feel you left the crash unscathed.
How effective are automatic emergency brakes?
We have all seen the car commercials that advertise a new car's ability to alert the driver and even brake automatically if they detect something too close to the front of the car. Nearly 10% of cars on U.S. roads today have this technology, but auto manufacturers would like to include this technology in all vehicles by 2022.
