Why Thanksgiving is One of the Deadliest Holidays

It might come as a surprise that Thanksgiving, a holiday of gratitude and togetherness, is among the most dangerous in the U.S. Thanksgiving sees increased rates of fires, drunk driving, and serious injuries. Some of these injuries may leave victims…

How Pedestrians Can Stay Safe and Seen by Cars After Dark

The nighttime presents a unique set of challenges to pedestrians crossing streets and sidewalks. Drivers cannot see them as easily or immediately as during daylight hours, and pedestrians need to constantly be aware of oncoming vehicles. The National Highway Traffic…

Fatal Accidents on the Rise Due to Distracted Driving in South Carolina

A frightening trend is occurring across the country – a steep increase in injuries and deaths caused by distracted driving accidents. In a recent report described as one of the most comprehensive examinations to date of how to reduce distracted…

Do Semi-Trucks Cause More Accidents Than Cars?

Large trucks make up 5% of all registered vehicles and 9% of fatal accidents in the United States. While large trucks don’t cause more accidents than other vehicles, these collisions often result in deadlier crashes, with a higher number of…

What to Do if Someone is Tailgating You

Tailgating or following too closely behind another car is dangerous behavior, and often a form of road rage. It can easily lead to rear-end collisions and injury accidents. In South Carolina, 3,494 people were injured in 2019 by drivers following…

How to Stay Out of Other Drivers’ Blind Spots on Your Motorcycle

Bikers need to be aware of all potential hazards on the road. That’s because the consequences of a minor collision on a motorcycle can be much more severe than in a car. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration,…

How to Deal with Bad Sun Glare on Your Windshield

Located in the heart of America’s “Sun Belt,” South Carolina averages 219 sunny days per year. While that’s great news for sun bathers, it’s not so great for drivers who have to deal with sun glare. South Carolina drivers frequently…