Do you have a duty to report? What do I mean by that? You share the road with millions of other drivers each day and not only is it your responsibility to keep your vehicle in optimum driving order and adhere to safety rules yourself as the motor vehicle operator – but you also have [...]
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration continues to balance consumer safety with consumer demand – a job that they do effectively for the most part. For instance, they have developed a series of regulations related to Electronic Stability Control Systems. These systems are designed to reduce the serious risk of rollover crashes as well as [...]
There are many different approaches to avoid car accidents by distracted drivers. Each state and sometimes even cities and towns within a state seek to reduce car wrecks by regulating cell phone and texting while driving. Not long ago, the federal government got involved and banned texting while driving for commercial vehicles. Some cities have [...]
As we see every year when a heat wave strikes Texas and elsewhere across the country some people will die from heat. In the desert of Arizona the federal government launched a campaign to get workers and companies to become aware of the dangers of heat related illness and death. The theme of the campaign [...]
Consumers today have a wealth of information to make educated choices regarding which vehicle is best for them. Style, gas mileage and practicality for the intended uses are all things most of us consider when selecting a new car or truck. In addition, I suggest that it is a good idea to look to the [...]
Most people underestimate the importance of staying hydrated and can end up suffering from a low degree dehydration. Water makes up the majority of the human body and in the heat of Houston in the summertime is critical that you stay hydrated. Sport studies have long concluded that you must be adequately hydrated to perform [...]
Distracted driving is a major focus of a variety of organizations around the country including textkills and focusdriven. In a recent year 6000 highway deaths were attributed to distracted driving. The greatest culprit is the driver who attempts to receive and send text messages while driving. This single act has been found to have the [...]
Men’s Health published a very good story about the 100 best car tips for consumers. The list was so good I thought it was helpful to mention some of the better tips with a few of our own. Here they are — part one: Replace your windshield wipers every three months Reduce distractions — avoid [...]
If you are in an auto accident or truck accident – or witness one and as a Good Samaritan want to administer aid – then this blog’s for you. Remember, the suggestions that follow are simple and meant to offer immediate and simple help to victims. If you are not a trained medical professional then [...]
At long last, OSHA has issued a new standard dealing with the use of cranes and derricks in construction projects. The new rules and regulations supplant a standard that had been outgrown by new construction techniques and technologies. The new rules which recently took effect is designed to prevent fatal construction accidents on projects. Some [...]
