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Top 5 Causes of Car Accidents

Car accidents can lead to numerous unwanted consequences that include permanent injury, high cost, damages to property and so on. When these serious consequences are well known to all people, why do they act oblivious to all these facts? This blog will highlight some of the most common causes of road accidents and may help you avoid getting into one. 1.Distracted Driving: Believe it or not, distracted driving takes the number one spot here. Anything on the road, outside or inside the car can divert the attention of a driver. Cell phones are a major distraction and it has led to so many accidents so far, more so than any other cause. 2.Speeding: A long ride on the road is a thrill when it’s mixed with speed, but a deadly one. So many young lives have been lost due to car accidents related to speeding. No matter how thrilling it sounds, speed kills. 3.Drunk Driving: Now that the holiday season is on, drunk driving may be on the rise. Drinking can cease or lower the ability to focus and f...

Safety Driving Programs for Teen Drivers

New products and grants are being developed with a view of keeping young drivers safe. As per the reports, 44% of all the teen deaths in the U.S are caused due to traffic crashes. For the newly licensed teenage driver, the first year may be the most dangerous. It is claimed that more than 1 in 5 teenage drivers are involved in vehicle crashes within the first year. Parents should always teach their kids to drive safely. This can be done by pointing out good driving behavior. Also parents can enforce role modeling techniques like not using the cell phone while driving. This will help kids understand the risks of distracted driving. Keeping in mind the risk factor faced by teen drivers, Insurance Companies and other organizations are offering various programs for parents and PTA groups. Listed below are a few of the programs that have been made available: ALIVE AT 25: This is a National Program that is being offered by the local police departments. This program is specifically designed f...