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Motorcyclists: Seams in the Road Are More Dangerous than Potholes
The next time you hit the road on your motorcycle, watch for seams or bumps in the middle of your lane. These cracks in the road can be more dangerous than potholes, and, unfortunately, authorities are less likely to fix these road hazards. While hitting a pothole can jolt your front suspension and possibly damage […]
Four Injured in Hit-and-Run Crash
On August 11, an SUV impacted a Honda sedan on North 16th Street, causing the car to flip sideways onto the sidewalk, collide with a parking lot gate, and slam into a pedestrian crossing signal. The Honda was severely damaged, and its four occupants, including a two-year-old boy, were taken to U.C. Davis Medical Center […]
Drowsy Driving Caused 5,000 Deaths on American Roads Last Year
A new report from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) shows that drowsy driving is a growing problem on American roadways. Researchers found that drowsy driving caused 5,000 deaths in 2015 and there are approximately 382,000 drowsy-driving accidents every year. The report states that an estimated 83.6 million U.S. adults are chronically sleep-deprived. A third […]
Four Killed in Bus Crash in Merced County
Four people were killed and nearly 24 people were injured in a bus accident in Merced County on Tuesday, Aug. 2. The charter bus was heading to Sacramento when it crashed into a freeway sign pole on Highway 99. According to California Highway Patrol (CHP), the accident happened just after 3:30 a.m. The bus was […]
NHTSA Stands by Self-Driving Cars, Even After Fatal Crash
The federal government will continue efforts to speed up the development of self-driving cars, even after a fatal car accident involving a self-driving Tesla in May, according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Chief Mark Rosekind. Car industry insiders have questioned whether Tesla vehicles and other self-driving cars give drivers a false sense of […]
43-Year-Old Man Dies After Dog Attack in Stockton
A 43-year-old man from Stockton, Calif. succumbed to his injuries after being attacked by a pit bull over the weekend. According to neighbors, two men were exchanging words outside when one of the homeowner’s pit bulls became violent. Police initially received a phone call for the verbal altercation, and then a second call when the […]
“Sixth” Sense for Avoiding Accidents Fails when Drivers are Texting
Texting while driving affects a driver’s visual, cognitive and manual abilities. A new study now suggests that a driver’s “sixth sense,” which can aid in adapting to difficult situations, is ineffective when a driver texts while behind the wheel. The brain keeps part of a driver’s attention on the road even while distracted by other […]
Deadly Pedestrian and Cyclist Accidents Rise in Sacramento County
Last year, 44 pedestrians and cyclists were killed in vehicle collisions last year, up from 38 fatalities reported in 2014. Data indicates the most dangerous time of day for pedestrians is from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., and for cyclists it is between 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. A recent California traffic safety study revealed that pedestrian […]
CHP Emphasizes Motorcycle Safety Awareness for All
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) and government officials have teamed up to reduce motorcycle crashes through training and education. They have an important message to share: Motorcycle safety is imperative for all vehicle drivers — not just motorcyclists. Vehicle drivers also have responsibilities to drive defensively and create a safer highway environment for motorcyclists. There […]
Textalyzer Could Reduce Distracted Driving
In a new bill recently introduced in New York, lawmakers assert that texting while driving is as unsafe as drunk driving and needs to be treated as such. The bill proposes law enforcement use of a new Textalyzer device to deter distracted drivers. Current law requires a warrant for law enforcement officials to obtain cell […]