Georgia residents who are driving to their destinations for the holidays should consider a few tips regarding car maintenance and safe driving techniques. That way, they can protect themselves and their families in the midst of severe winter weather and rushing...
Month: November 2017
AAA studies benefits of four truck safety devices
Drivers in Georgia, as anywhere else, will probably admit to feelings of discomfort when driving around commercial trucks. However, four safety technologies could do a lot to lessen that uneasiness if trucking companies decide to install them. The AAA Foundation for...
Speed and alcohol can lead to deadly results
Georgia motorists may be aware that drinking alcohol right before driving can increase their risk of crashing. But they may not consider how alcohol and speeding can cause catastrophic car accidents. Those who plan to drive and consume alcohol on the same day...
How medication for drivers with ADHD can prevent crashes
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a chronic condition that millions in the U.S. suffer from. Drivers in Georgia should know that a recent study published in "JAMA Psychiatry" analyzed the records of more than 2.3 million drivers with ADHD. The study's...
Many floors fail to meet minimum ANSI slip-resistance standard
Buildings in Georgia and around the country often have floors made out of materials that have been chosen for their durability and appearance rather than their safety benefits, according to study from the risk-assessment firm CNA. The Virginia-based company looked...
Fatigued drivers and defects contribute to truck accidents
When a truck accident occurs in Georgia, victims often face life-threatening or life-altering injuries. According to a new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, serious vehicle defects and long hours behind the wheel increase the risk of a trucker...