Intersections can be dangerous, especially during rush hour. Drivers in a hurry may attempt to pass through an intersection just before the light turns red, if not during a red light. In the worst case, they can cause a crash. While there are legal punishments for...
Month: February 2018
Recognizing the signs of whiplash
Unlike movie depictions, traffic accidents don't always involve explosions or catastrophic dives off of cliffs. In fact, the majority of accidents don't look like much. A few dents might not seem so destructive, but minor crashes can still create major injuries for...
Grace period for distracted drivers in Washington is over
Washington state recently passed a law prohibiting any distracted driving as a result of using a smartphone. Last year, the state passed a bill which allowed police officers to issue a fine to anyone caught using a phone while driving even if the person was at a stop...
Good tires can save you from an emergency
We have all had risky moments on the road: swerving out of the way, braking hard or slipping toward an intersection. Many drivers owe their safety in these situations to their tires. As the only point of contact between your vehicle and the ground, tires have a vital...
Honking at other drivers may backfire
The horn is one of the earliest automobile safety features in history, but it might also be one of the most abused. Honking can help produce a sound loud enough to alert other drivers to potential dangers. However, it can create major problems if not used as intended....
Teen driver on marijuana crashed into truck, killing passengers
There's no question that fatal car accidents are tragic, but they are especially heart-wrenching when teens and children are involved. The loss of a young life leaves behind the question of what could have been. Last summer, a Lynnwood crash deprived three teens of...
Reckless driving is a major problem for motorists
Driving is a responsibility that some drivers in the Seattle area do not take seriously. They are ignorant of the dangers they face and pose to others when they do things they should not do while they are operating their vehicles. Some of them do not care and believe...