Tag: Road safety

Winter storm safety: tips and restrictions for drivers in affected states

The Great Lakes region will be affected by this storm, prompting warnings and recommendations from the government. A powerful Arctic “clipper” storm has hit several U.S. states, bringing heavy snowfall and conditions that could endanger drivers. With temperatures dropping 20°F below average, this storm has threatened travel chaos across the Eastern states. The Great Lakes […]

Thanksgiving travel: record crowds and the most dangerous roads in the U.S.

According to AAA, a total of 71.7 million people will travel by road, resulting in crowds and hazards on the highway. According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), around 80 million people are expected to travel by road and air in the United States during the days surrounding Thanksgiving, setting a record for holiday travel. […]

Tips for safer nighttime driving

Adapting to nighttime driving is key to maintaining road safety. The end of daylight saving time brings an increase in nighttime driving, which raises the risk of accidents. There is an increase in fatal accidents as darkness falls due to poor visibility, so the loss of an hour of daylight in the fall can affect […]

U.S. to update vehicle safety ratings with new standards in 2026

This reform is part of a series of changes required by the 2021 bipartisan infrastructure law. Starting with the 2026 model year, U.S. government vehicle safety ratings will undergo a significant update, introducing new driver assistance technologies and specific tests to protect pedestrians. This reform, announced on November 18 by the National Highway Traffic Safety […]

Stay safe this Halloween: essential tips for fleet drivers

With the increase in pedestrians, decorations and distractions, the risks are also growing; stay alert. Halloween can be exciting, but safety shouldn’t be a surprise. For fleet drivers, it’s essential to stay alert and make the roads safer. With the increase in pedestrians, decorations, and distractions, the risks also rise; statistics indicate that pedestrian fatalities […]

Alarming traffic fatalities and collision trends in the U.S.

Statistics show that since 2021, traffic fatalities in the country have exceeded 40,000 annually. A recent article from CCJ Digital analyzes a study conducted by Motive that reveals an alarming increase in the dangers on U.S. roadways. Statistics show that since 2021, traffic fatalities in the country have exceeded 40,000 annually. Although last year recorded […]

Truck ban on U.S. 441: Tennessee authorities warn of possible fines

Control personnel have been working around the clock turning away more than 800 trucks since the reopening of the road. Authorities in Tennessee have issued a statement reminding commercial vehicle drivers of the strict prohibition against using U.S. 441, also known as Newfound Gap Road, following its reopening just two weeks ago. This route, which […]

6 of the worst states for drunk driving in the U.S.

A study analyzed all 50 states according to six metrics to identify the places with the highest rates of drunk driving. A total of 37 people die every day in the U.S. in crashes caused by drivers under the influence of alcohol, which equals one death every 39 minutes. Despite government education efforts, many continue […]

The most unsafe driving habits in the U.S.

Half of Americans admit to adopting dangerous driving behaviors that put their lives and those of other drivers at risk. Unsafe driving in the United States, such as running red lights, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and driving while drowsy, continues to be a concern. The 2020 analysis of the Road Safety […]

The most dangerous roads in the United States

According to an AAA analysis these are the roads and highways with more accidents in the U.S. The American Automobile Association (AAA) warns travelers to take extreme precautions on the most dangerous stretches of road in the country, which go beyond poorly designed intersections and inadequate stop signs. These stretches, both in urban and rural […]