How can you tell if you need new tires?
It’s important to ensure that your tires are in optimal condition at all times, but this is especially the case during the winter. Tires provide your car with the traction required to turn safely and come to a stop if needed. Not everyone is mechanically-minded, so identifying some of the more common signs that you […]
3 things to do after suffering spinal injuries in a wreck
You were recently in a head-on vehicle collision that caused you major spine injuries. Unfortunately, as a result of the accident, it seems your injuries may affect you for the rest of your life. With some treatments, surgery and therapy, you may have the chance to recover or reduce prolonged health issues. When seeking a […]
Motorcyclists face severe risks from left-turn accidents
There are many different types of motorcycle accidents that can lead to serious injuries or even fatalities. Understanding what causes these crashes can sometimes help motorcyclists to see the signs in advance and avoid the impact. Arguably the most common type of accident is a left-turn accident. This happens when a driver in another vehicle […]
Oklahoma’s insurance rules may leave you with crash bills
Motor vehicle collisions are often very expensive. They cause thousands of dollars in damage if the vehicles involved are repairable at all. Sometimes, issues with the axles or the frame of a vehicle after a crash will force someone to buy a new vehicle instead of repairing the damaged one. Then there are the medical […]
Safety tips for driving through Tulsa road construction
Most drivers groan when they see orange construction barrels ahead of them or signs indicating a lane merge ahead due to road construction. Inevitably, construction zones mean a slower flow of traffic and a longer time getting where you want to be. Some drivers are also acutely aware of how the state doubles the traffic […]
Underage drivers are a shocking source of risk on the roads
Although children are often eager to learn how to drive, they typically do not have the emotional maturity to handle such a safety-critical task. Despite clear rules limiting driving privileges to older teens, younger teens sometimes drive, often with tragic results. A fatal crash in Texas caused by a 13-year-old in March 2022 drew national […]
Drowsy vs. drunk driving: What’s more dangerous
While drunk driving accidents receive a lot of attention in the news, something that’s just as dangerous (if not more dangerous) is drowsy driving. While drowsy driving is responsible for many accidents, it doesn’t get as much attention as drunk driving. It’s important to understand that drunk driving is much easier to measure than drowsy […]
What is the most dangerous road in Oklahoma?
Every time you go out for a drive, you put yourself at risk of a motor vehicle collision. A single wreck could change the course of your life by causing financial issues or severe injuries. While you may be a very safe driver, other people may post to social media at the wheel or drive […]
How does stress affect driver safety?
Staying safe while driving requires understanding a little about the other people you share the road with. The better you can predict other road users’ actions, the more chance you have of avoiding problems resulting from them. Stress is common among drivers For all the talk of the dangers that drunk drivers pose, you are […]
Dealing with a suspected spinal cord injury in a crash
When you got hit, you knew that something wasn’t right with your body immediately. Your head was hurting. Your neck felt strange, and your arms felt weak. These symptoms made you suspect that you were badly hurt, so you stayed in your vehicle and waited for help. Now, you know that you have a spinal […]