Most people are aware of the risks of drunk driving, but how often do we consider the repercussions of driving while drowsy? Driving while feeling overtired can be just as dangerous, if not more, than driving under the influence. Whether it is a late-night drive home from work, long distance travels, or anything in between, tired driving is a threat to the safety of everyone on the road.
Every year, an estimated 6,000 people die as a result of…
Distracted driving is a national problem that is reaching epidemic proportions. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, fatalities from “distraction-affected” crashes increased 8.8% to 3,477 from 3,197 in 2015 and the agency blames much of that increase on cell phone use. In addition to fatalities, distracted driving has been blamed for thousands of accidents resulting in personal injuries. Now the state of New Jersey is taking action to stop the scourge from affecting its communities. As of last…