Distracted driving has garnered much attention from lawmakers in Georgia over the past decade. This is due primarily to the use of cell phones by motorists while driving, but it has really been occurring since the invention of the automobile. Distracted driving comes...
Year: 2022
Listening to your body while behind the wheel
While in Georgia, driving a vehicle when you're sleepy is considered drowsy driving. This is a situation that can impact anyone who is driving and tends to increase the risk of an accident occurring on the road. If you happen to doze off for even a few seconds, it...
Methods of proving distracted driving in truckers
Distracted driving affects an average of 3,000 drivers in the U.S. every year. Truck accidents caused by driving while distracted often result in fatalities. In Georgia, distracted driving is a cause of many accidents. DUI tests The crime of driving under the...
New bill is set to loosen Georgia’s hands-free law
Distracted driving is a significant risk factor in Georgia and other U.S. roadways. Many lives are lost due to distracted driving; however, there is an argument to be made about using devices while at a standstill. Georgia legislature is carving out a bill that will...
Truck driver safety tips to avoid accidents
One of the best methods of avoiding truck accidents in Georgia is for commercial drivers to adhere to strict safety practices when on the road. Whether they are behind the wheel or taking a break for whatever reason, it is always best for the driver to be thinking...
Avoid doing these things after a crash
While serious accidents in Georgia and around the country can result in serious injury, some victims may only suffer what appears to be minor injuries. These individuals may be able to contact 911 and provide aid to others. These walking wounded could, however, hurt a...
How to drive defensively in Georgia
There are many causes of car accidents, and driver error is a leading cause. Thankfully, defensive driving, a technique that can help drivers avoid car accidents by anticipating dangerous situations and taking steps to prevent them, can help mitigate the risk of car...
Top causes of distracted driving
Distracted driving causes many car accidents in Georgia. In fact, distracted driving is linked to about eight deaths every single day in the U.S. To combat this problem, most states have made it illegal to send and view text messages while behind the wheel. Smartphone...
How to stay safe while sharing the road with a truck
Huge commercial trucks travel across Georgia's roads regularly, so it's important to learn how to share the road. These tips can help you stay safe while driving around them. Give plenty of space Regular passenger cars require a full car's length of space on the road....
Teen truckers may soon take to the roads
Laws and rules are subject to amendments and revisions, including regulations related to the trucking industry. Age requirements exist as a safety measure, and traditionally only those who are at least 21 years of age may drive long-haul commercial trucks. A new pilot...