Parents and guardians need to help educate and remind their children about school bus safety and rules. Students need to learn about how they can help keep the bus ride safe. An example of this is when students get on the bus. They should wait for the school bus to come to a complete stop … Continued
Millennials love cars. However, it takes them longer to decide to purchase a car. According to a study by J.D. Power on generational car buying, Gen Y has purchased more cars than Gen X to date. Buyers born between 1977 and 1994 accounted for 26% of new vehicle retail sales as compared to the 24% … Continued
After a three-year investigation, state investigators finally busted an insurance fraud ring. The fraud was a large and organized one with those involved crashing rented vehicles into unsuspecting victims. There were 19 men and women accused in this crime, but authorities said that there were more to still be arrested. Questionable claims Being involved in … Continued
Concerned organizations are working harder than ever to increase awareness among motorists and pedestrians about the dangers of drunk driving. Mothers Against Drunk Driving or MADD is one of these groups. Since its development in the 1980s, MADD has already partnered with several organizations to fight against drunk driving. On July 4, 2014, MADD joined … Continued
Construction is underway for the new bike lanes coming to various roads in Louisville. One of these roads is Grinstead Drive. Grinstead Drive has four lanes, but it’s being reduced down to two lanes with a center turn lane. This also makes room for a new bike lane. This new bike lane will help keep … Continued
There were many auto recalls announced in 2014. The issue has become so common that experts started to see the effects of these publicly covered recalls. According to George Hoffer, transportation economist at the University of Richmond, the downside with recalls being publicly covered every time is that the public might not take the recalls … Continued
Lately, we’ve been hearing a lot about driving innovations, like Google’s self-driving car. With all the attention that cars are getting, we tend to forget about our bikes. So, is it possible for a bike to get the same attention as these smart cars are? The answer is yes! It’s all thanks to a Kickstarter … Continued
Bicycle-specific traffic signals are starting to pop up next to the normal traffic lights. At least, 16 U.S. cities have installed these lights which feature a bicycle shaped signal. A few of the cities that have incorporated these lights into their traffic system include: Austin, Denver, Minneapolis, San Francisco, Seattle, Salem and Washington D.C. They … Continued
The search continues for the driver who killed a motorcyclist in a hit-and-run accident. The accident happened on Friday, May 30, 2014. The Leestown Road collision involved a car and motorcycle. Afterwards, the motorcyclist was hit again by an oncoming SUV. The motorcyclist, 39-year-old Mary Reynolds-Drury of Lexington, died a short time later from blunt … Continued
Finding an activity that the entire family would love to do can be a big challenge. It can be hard to agree on an activity. Fortunately, the Hike, Bike and Paddle Event proved to be a wonderful option for families looking for a fun way to spend the day. The Hike, Bike and Paddle event … Continued
What is bike-sharing? The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) defines bike-sharing as, “an innovative transportation program, ideal for short distance point-to-point trips providing users the ability to pick up a bicycle at any self-serve bike station and return it to any other bike station located within the system’s service area.” In Louisville, we have … Continued
Still looking for a fun way to celebrate this year’s Memorial Day with your family? Louisville is holding a Hike, Bike and Paddle Event on May 26, 2014 at the Waterfront Park. You might want to bring the kids over and take part in this event. It’s a great opportunity to meet people and educate … Continued
When your check engine light comes on, you get worried for a couple of reasons. One is, of course, your car could break down and that’s not good. Another reason is the price to repair the issue. The cost of the repair depends largely on what state you live in, so the repair price could … Continued
Safe Kids Worldwide conducted a study to explore results of a report they released in 2012. This study showed a 25% increase of pedestrian injuries among 16 to 19-year-olds within five years. Teens now comprise half of all fatal pedestrian cases among children ages 19 and below. President and CEO of Safe Kids Worldwide, Kate … Continued
Bike Month is no longer just about riding your bike to work. It’s about riding your bike everywhere. Rain or shine, there’s always a Bike to Work Day Celebration in Louisville. In 2014, Bicycling for Louisville, together with Bike Louisville, is taking it to the next level by making May a “Bike Everywhere Month.” Bicycling … Continued
To bicyclists across the nation, this month for you! May is National Bike Month. We have been celebrating this occasion since 1956, courtesy of the League of American Bicyclists. Everyone is trying to help to ensure road safety. We may have different reasons for pumping those pedals, but we are all united in our desire … Continued
Should there be seat belts on school buses? Off the top of our heads, the answer is yes. Yet, they don’t have them. Seat belts are created to protect passengers. School buses, just like other types of vehicles, should have safety equipment installed in them, especially since buses are used by students to go back … Continued
You are involved in a car accident in Kentucky. How do you get a copy of the accident report? Where do you request it? In Kentucky, the police are responsible for writing accident reports from their investigation of the accident scene. The accident report is a record of information you and the other involved parties involved in the accident … Continued
It used to be a joke that BMW drivers were less courteous than other motorists. There is no scientific evidence published to prove this theory on driver manners is true. That is, until Paul K. Piff entered the scene. Piff is a researcher at the Institute of Personality and Social Research at the University of … Continued
Even when we approach a car accident scene with the best of intentions, our next actions could make the situation worse. It could make it worse for both the accident victims and us. Everyone reacts to an accident differently. Some might continue driving to look for the nearest place they could call for professional help. … Continued
It’s not surprising to hear car drivers claim they didn’t see a motorcyclist or bicyclist they had an accident with. Is that possible? Here are a few reasons why there could be truth to this. Smaller profile. Motorcycles and bikes have smaller profiles compared to four-wheeled vehicles. This makes them tougher to see for car … Continued
Being a lawyer is considered one of the best-paying jobs for both women and men. In February 2013, business magazine and website, Forbes, released its list of the best-paying jobs for women in 2013. Lawyers ranked third on the list, earning a median of $1,636 a week or about $85,000 a year. Women lawyers comprise … Continued
Each year, hundreds of lives are lost due to wrong-way driving. In fact, a federal accident researcher stated that the majority of these incidents involved drivers with blood alcohol levels over twice the legal limit. Drinking and driving is a deadly combination that often leads to an accident. Related: Should There Be Tougher DUI Laws … Continued
So, you are purchasing a car for your teen. What are the things you should consider? What are the best elements to think about? Well, there are three main elements to consider when picking a car for your teenager driver. Related: Consumer Reports Release A List Of Cars To Avoid These include: 1) Stability Used … Continued
After four years of being down, the Louisville Zoo announced that their train is back and running again. As of July 2, 2013, the new train will resume its original route. Everyone is very excited about it, although there are some people who are hesitant of its return for obvious reasons. Related: Child Car Seat … Continued
