When considering road safety, a fundamental question often arises: Is it more dangerous to drive at night or during the day? Here is an answer: According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), statistics show that nighttime driving significantly increases the risk of accidents. Understanding the differences between driving in daylight versus nighttime can[…] Read More
Category: Drowsy Driving
Should You Drive if You Are Sick?
Winter is when more people come down with colds, flu, and other illnesses, but year-round sicknesses like stomach problems can also put you under the weather. While a few sniffles and sneezes should not compromise your safety, there are times when you should not drive when you are sick. Does Illness Affect Driving? Severe colds[…] Read More
Observe Drowsy Driving Prevention Week
Drowsy Driving Prevention Week is a national event held each year during the first full week of Nov. This year, it takes place from Nov. 6 to 13. Every year, more than 6,400 Americans die in accidents related to drowsy driving, according to data from the National Sleep Foundation (NSF). Drowsy Driving Is Impaired Driving[…] Read More
Does the End of Daylight Saving Affect Your Driving?
Twice a year, the time changes to make the most out of sunlight hours. Every fall, the clocks “fall back” an hour, which happens this year on Sunday, Nov. 7 in the early morning hours. The time shift forces people to make an adjustment to their internal clock as well, causing an disruption to the[…] Read More