Often, when considering risks when driving in Connecticut, the focus revolves around other drivers. However, the weather can also play a significant factor in vehicle accidents. Various conditions resulting from the different seasons are always worth thinking about....
It is virtually impossible for drivers to have an unobstructed view around their entire vehicle. The sections around the vehicle that drivers cannot see are known as blind spots. One of the most common blind spots is in the space between the rear of the vehicle and...
Autumn is a beautiful season in Connecticut. The leaves start to turn, the late-season crops come in and the air is crisp and fresh. Driving in the fall can be a far more pleasant experience than driving in the scorching heat of the summer. Some people even go out...
Can you remember the last time you were in a traffic jam? It was probably frustrating. People creep along in their vehicles. Some of them weave in and out of the lanes while trying to figure out how to get out of the traffic jam or in an attempt to cut in front of...
Drunk driving is a frustrating kind of crime. The people who get behind the wheel while intoxicated typically know exactly how dangerous their actions are, but they prioritize their own convenience above the safety of others on the road. Many drunk drivers are...
You’re driving home from work when you approach a green light. Before you pass through, the light turns yellow. You’re just far enough away that you either have to speed up to make it through the light or you have to slam on the brakes to stop in time. Not wanting to...
As summer approaches in beautiful Connecticut, many travelers are looking forward to a vacation here in New England or perhaps a road trip across the country. Having an accident in a rental car is the last thing anyone wants to experience while on vacation. The best...
Weaving in and out of traffic is a dangerous action that people should avoid. It requires you to speed up quickly to move over, and some people make dangerous movements just to get around others. Many people believe that weaving will help them get to their destination...
If someone begins tailgating you, what do you do? Many people change nothing, just driving as they were before and assuming the tailgater will eventually back off. Others actively try to get them to back up, which can be dangerous. Should you just let a tailgater...
Distracted driving is one of the biggest issues on the road. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), around 2,800 people died in 2018 due to distracted drivers. Naturally, you can avoid contributing to the problem by not engaging in...
