Maintaining Safety Around Commercial Vehicles Commercial drivers undeniably play a very important role in our everyday living. Long haul trucking is regarded as one of the most crucial jobs in the country. They help the economy by transporting goods that are used on a daily basis. However, sharing the road with commercial vehicles, such as … Continued
The Watterson Expressway: Louisville’s Most Dangerous Road The latest data from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet reveals that the road considered to have the most crashes in Louisville is Interstate 264, or the Watterson Expressway. Interstate 264, which runs in a circle on the southern side of Louisville, has had more crashes than any other road … Continued
According to the Kentucky Office of Highway Safety, driver inattention is the leading factor in most crashes and near-crashes in the U.S. Nationwide studies revealed that nearly 80% of all crashes and 65% of near-crashes involved some form of driver inattention. In 2014, driver distraction was noted as a factor in 53,500 collisions. These crashes … Continued
Did you know the top five people you communicate with the most while on your phone can also help reduce distracted driving? According to a study by AT&T, 80% of drivers are willing to stop or reduce using their phone if one of their top contacts asks them to stop. Another 70% of people surveyed … Continued
Texting while driving is illegal in Kentucky when you’re behind the wheel of a vehicle. Kentucky House Bill 415, which was signed into law in 2010, bans all drivers of all ages from texting while in a moving vehicle. Sadly, there are still drivers who use their phone to listen to music and to respond … Continued
There is a proposed state regulation that would regulate digital LED billboards and would allow billboard owners to cut down trees that obscure their billboards. Scenic Kentucky President Marlene Grissom is disappointed with this progress. Grissom is set to appeal to the Transportation Committee that the regulation is disapproved. Grissom further argues that the spread … Continued
Auto accidents are the leading cause of death for U.S. teens. A 2014 study from Safe Kids Worldwide revealed that teens who don’t use seat belts are also more likely to say they text while driving. That was compared to teens who do wear seat belts while driving. The study surveyed 1,000 teens aged 13 … Continued
San Bernardino Police have resorted to an unusual approach to stopping and catching distracted drivers. Police officers in San Bernardino, California have been dressing as panhandlers clutching cardboard signs that read “I am NOT homeless. SB Police looking for seatbelt/cell phone violations.” Chief Jarrod Burguan stated in a press release that undercover officers walked up … Continued
It has been five years since AT&T started its “It Can Wait” campaign. Its message stated that when it comes to texting and driving, no text is worth a life. On its 5th year, the telecom company has expanded its message to include smartphone driving distractions – no post, glance, email, search or text is … Continued
First it was texting while driving; now our smartphones can do it all. They bring all sorts of distractions to drivers, anything from checking email and web surfing to checking social media. In a survey conducted by AT&T, seven out of 10 people admitted to engaging in these activities while they’re behind the wheel. Braun … Continued
Kentucky participated again in the second national texting enforcement crackdown – U Drive. U Text. U Pay. This is in conjunction with National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, which is observed every April. Kentucky Office of Highway Safety Executive Director Bill Bell said that their office is distributing federal overtime funds to select agencies throughout the … Continued
What happens seconds before a crash involving distracted teen drivers? Before, it was hard to figure out what drivers were doing before a crash. This was because we had to rely on their word and eye witnesses. Now, thanks to a study conducted by AAA, we get to see what exactly happened on the road. … Continued
In a previous post, we talked about Kentucky police having a hard time spotting drivers that text and drive. It’s safe to assume by now that everyone knows texting and driving is not safe. However, many are still inclined to this behavior and a recent study tells us why. Related: Kentucky Texting And Driving Law … Continued
I can’t emphasize enough how texting while driving is a dangerous mix. We shouldn’t have to be involved in an accident to realize this danger. However, people continue to text and use their cell phone while driving. Police cracking down on texting and driving In Kentucky, police officers are trying to put a stop to … Continued
Kentucky State Police move to weed out distracted drivers from roads to save lives. Tagged as Operation R.A.I.D (Remove Aggressive, Impaired and Distracted drivers from Kentucky roadways), this enforcement campaign was developed by KSP commanders to target driving behaviors that cause the most crashes in Kentucky. The campaign will run throughout 2015 and will be … Continued
Everyone’s aware that texting while driving is dangerous. However, there is always an urge to check and respond when you receive a text message while you’re behind the wheel. Some couldn’t help but give in. Those few seconds you spend looking down at your phone and responding to a text is risking your life and … Continued
The issue on distracted driving continues to grow. States have been trying to find ways to fight this national epidemic. If they don’t, more lives will be lost, and more drivers might think texting while driving is okay. Texting and driving will never be okay and records show us that. It’s just too dangerous. Indiana … Continued
Statistics show that each day in the U.S. more than nine people are killed and more than 1,153 people are injured in distracted driving-related crashes. In a poll released in June 2014 by the National Safety Council, it found that 73% of respondents wanted stricter enforcement of texting and driving laws. No wonder stricter texting … Continued
Many people believe that using hands-free devices while driving is safer. This is not necessarily true. In a public opinion poll conducted by the National Safety Council (NSC), it was revealed that eight in ten drivers mistakenly believe hands-free cell phones are safer than using a handheld phone. About 70% of participates admitted to using … Continued
Following a collision involving a freight train and commercial waste truck in Rosedale in 2013, the National Transportation Safety Board officials are requesting for a new law that will ban the use of hands-free cell phones while driving. The freight train was carrying multiple chemicals. Unfortunately, some of those chemicals ignited and caused a massive … Continued
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that almost 30 people in the U.S. are killed in motor vehicle crashes involving an alcohol-impaired driver, every single day. Also, the annual cost of alcohol-related accidents has reach over $59 billion. Drunk driving is a serious issue. It has already affected thousands, and it will continue … Continued
Cell phones are everywhere, and there is no doubt that they are useful. However, there are certain places cell phones should not be used, and one place is in the car while you are driving. Texting while driving will never be safe. Distracted driving has a big impact on our lives. This is especially true … Continued
Don’t text and drive In the U.S., text messaging is prohibited for all drivers in 44 states and the District of Columbia. Likewise, the same applies to novice drivers in Texas, Mississippi, Oklahoma and Missouri. A study analyzed and examined the impact of texting-while-driving laws. Published in the August issue of the American Journal of … Continued
Parents, you might be able to relate to this news – According to a study, parents call teens while the teen is driving. This goes to say that parents, who have been warning their kids about the dangers of distracted driving, may actually be the ones distracting their young drivers. This research, presented at the … Continued
Children imitate what they see. The same is true when it comes to driving habits. A new study showed up to half of all teens are talking to either their mother or father while driving. These same teens have also admitted to seeing their parents text or call someone while driving. Related: Cell Phone Use … Continued
