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Study shows opioid use makes fatal crashes more likely
Written by: Tyrone J. Maho Opioid use increases the likelihood of a fatal car crash, according to a recent study. The results, which have been published in JAMA Network Open, may be of interest to many in California since opioid use is on the rise. Though the opioid prescription rate per 100 people has gone […]
Read MoreDistracted driving a nationwide safety issue, says Root Insurance
Written by: Chad M. Prentice Distracted driving is a major issue in California and the rest of the U.S. with many drivers engaging in it even though they know it is wrong. According to a study from Root Insurance, 47% of drivers say distractions are a top concern for them, and 99% acknowledge phone use […]
Read MoreNissan braking systems may pose a danger to California drivers
Written by: Jessica L. Phillips Automatic emergency braking technology is usually a good safety feature to have on a car. However, this might not be the case for 2017-2018 Nissan Rogue models. At least 87 consumers have filed complaints of unintended braking, which can cause a car to stop suddenly and unexpectedly. Such occurrences could […]
Read MoreLawmakers struggle to cope with distracted driving
Written by: Tyrone J. Maho Road safety advocates say that the penalties for texting while driving are not nearly strong enough to deter motorists from indulging in behavior that kills or injures thousands of road users every year. A California assemblyman has proposed a bill that would penalize motorists who text with driver’s license points […]
Read MoreWhy sleep is so important before driving
Written by: Chad M. Prentice Adults in California and throughout the country should get a minimum of seven hours of sleep a night. This can reduce the chances that a driver gets into a car accident. According to the National Sleep Foundation, those who have not slept for at least two hours within any given […]
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