Few experiences are as terrifying as a car suddenly catching fire. Flames can spread quickly, and quick action can mean the difference between life and death. Despite the danger, it is no time to panic. Knowing what to do in this situation can minimize damage. What to...
Car Accidents
Road safety tips for farm equipment
Driving farm equipment on public roads presents unique challenges that require extra precautions to ensure the safety of both equipment operators and other motorists. If you drive farm equipment, it is important to understand some essential road safety tips for...
2023 may have begun a reversal of a concerning traffic trend
Federal authorities have tracked traffic collisions for decades. Public awareness campaigns, improved road design and better safety features in vehicles have all combined to reduce the level of risk involved in motor vehicle travel. Until 2020, there had been a...
Most dangerous roads in Indianapolis
Indianapolis is a thriving metropolitan region with hundreds of surface streets and multiple busy interstates and freeways. The development of infrastructure has made the modern commute more accessible for individual workers and has helped the greater Indianapolis...
How to handle another driver who is experiencing road rage
Discussions about road rage often focus on the need for better emotional regulation in traffic. Experts provide an assortment of tips for those who find themselves reacting irrationally to other people's driving behavior. People may have a plan for how to calm down...
It is the most dangerous time for cyclists in 46 years
Cycling is a health-conscious hobby. People get on their bikes to get their heart rate up and move their bodies. Cycling is also a very cost-effective transportation choice, as it is far cheaper to pedal oneself to the bookstore than it is to pay for fuel and...
Of Indiana’s 10 deadliest roads, 5 are in the Indianapolis area
Car crashes can occur on even the most rural roads and on city streets with very low speed limits that should, in theory, give drivers the time they need to react to changing traffic conditions. People make mistakes all the time, from reading text messages while...
What is comparative negligence and is it the law in Indiana?
People often treat liability claims as though they are black-and-white scenarios wherein one person is to blame and another is a victim, but situations are rarely that simple. Obviously, there are plenty of scenarios whereby one person does something illegal or...
Can new technology reduce the number of wrong-way driving wrecks?
Indiana car crashes occur for all kinds of preventable issues. People text while driving or decide to get behind the wheel despite having too much to drink during happy hour. They speed or don't use their turn signal, all of which can cause preventable collisions....
When should you replace your tires?
Certain vehicle maintenance issues are easy to put off for too long. While your brakes will start squealing and then grinding, making their need for replacement impossible to ignore, your tires won't give you any such warning. Every time you drive, you wear down the...
