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Avoiding a Crash: Brake Problems That Demand Immediate Repair

By | June 13th, 2016

There are few emergencies worse than losing your brakes. Sometimes circumstances and great presence of mind allow some drivers to safely bring their car to a stop without brakes. However, many traffic situations make this impossible even for the most skilled motorist. It’s far better to never have this emergency happen in the first place by keeping your braking system in good repair. While brakes sometimes fail without warning, usually the car owner has plenty of warning signs that he or she chose to ignore until it was too late..

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Three Safety Tips for Avoiding a Car Accident with a Train

By | June 13th, 2016

When motorists think of traffic, they visualize various types of automobiles, trucks, and motorcycles. Rarely do they consider the train a part of the vehicular hazards of driving. However, unlike cars or trucks, trains weigh millions of pounds and when traveling at 55 mph, may take up to a mile to come to a stop. This means that avoiding a car accident with a train amounts to just one single thing: staying out of their way. Here are three tips for doing exactly that: Assumptions About Trains Can Kill Railroad.

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Avoid a Truck Accident: Drive at 100 Percent by Sleeping Well

By | June 13th, 2016

Every trucker knows the importance of sleep and how not getting enough of it increases the risk of having a truck accident. However, there’s a world of difference between a night of tossing and turning and getting sound restful sleep. If you are having trouble getting your ZZZ’s on the road, follow these eight tips: Avoid eating large or spicy meals before you sleep. Indigestion is a common reason for insomnia. Small snacks are fine. Avoid exercise before bed time. Exercise elevates breathing, heart rate, and your metabolism. The body.

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Motorcycle Accidents Statistics Paint a Grim Picture

By | June 13th, 2016

Have the “Share the Roads” public education campaigns succeeded in reducing the number of motorcycle accidents on California roads? Although in the past, the number of motorcyclists killed on highways and byways was thought to be on the decline, it is still too high. Figures from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Highway Loss Data Institute (IIHS HLDI) give a compelling picture. California Motorcyclist Death Rate is Higher than the National Average Citing 2014 figures, the Institute reveals that 17 percent of the state’s crash deaths involved motorcyclists. The national.

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Four Ways to Deal with Unseen Injuries From a Car Crash

By | June 13th, 2016

Any time that you are involved in a car crash, whether you are injured or not, there may be more damage than you realize. There are often psychological injuries that may range from a mild depression to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). So, how can you deal with the often unseen injuries from a car crash. Letting go of the guilt. Whether the car accident was your fault or not, you need to find a way to let go of the guilt. Accidents happen and you need to move on. You.

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Types of Car Insurance

By | June 13th, 2016

It is important to understand your insurance in case you are ever involved in a car crash. You need to make sure that you have plenty of insurance, just in case. Here are some types of car insurance. Liability insurance is the cheapest form of insurance. It just covers the others who may have been hurt in the accident- if it is your fault. Collision insurance helps to cover any damage to your vehicle, no matter who is at fault. Usually you will have a deductible before the insurance company.

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What To Do In the Event of a Crash

By | June 13th, 2016

No one wants to be involved in a car accident but, unfortunately, they do happen. It is really important to be prepared just in case you are ever in that predicament. Here are some things you need to do in the event of a crash. Move your cars off to the side of the road. If no one is seriously hurt and the cars are movable, you should make sure that they are out of the way so no one else will hit them. Be polite with other drivers. Don’t.

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Truck Accident: Why Truck Brakes Fail

By | June 13th, 2016

Because of a truck’s large size and weight, brake failure on commercial semi trucks can have disastrous consequences. While truck brakes in good condition should rarely fail, brake failure related accidents nevertheless cause injuries and fatalities every year. Why does this happen? Here are five reasons: Not using the front brakes. In an effort to save money on brake maintenance and tire wear, some owner operator drivers disconnect the brakes on the tractor. This leaves the trailer brakes with the full burden of braking the entire rig. Downshifting is also.

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How to Avoid the Overcorrection Car Crash

By | June 13th, 2016

The overcorrection car crash happens when the driver turns the steering wheel too hard and causes the car to lose control. At very slow speeds, the problem is nonexistent. However at highway speeds, a car has less tolerance for hard turns. Trying to force a hard turn will cause the car to either spin out, rollover, or otherwise veer out of control. There are many situations where this type of crash occurs. For example, motorists often get into bad accidents when swerving to avoid a deer. They instinctively yank the.

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Tips That Will Help New Drivers Avoid a Car Accident

By | June 13th, 2016

According to the National Highway Traffic Administration, new drivers are more likely to have a car accident within the first two years of driving than any other time. If you’re a new driver, here are some things you should keep in mind the next time you get behind the wheel: Don’t take your hands off the wheel – Before you start your car, make sure your seat and mirrors are properly adjusted so you do not have to take your hands off the wheel once you hit the roadways. Don’t.

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