The presence of impairment and failure to yield right of way remain two of the most common causes of collisions. Drivers who fail to yield right of way at intersections run a greater risk of creating dangerous scenarios and those who drive while under the influence...
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Distracted driving remains primary safety concern in Arizona
When a driver is behind the wheel of a vehicle, his or her main responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. This means the driver should avoid certain types of dangerous behaviors, including distracted driving. Despite the well-known risks associated with...
Types of reckless driving behaviors
Most drivers might be somewhat aware that at least a portion of their safety may rest in the hands of others nearby. Individuals in Arizona may also find that they might have little to no control over the decisions of other drivers and upon encountering a reckless...
Traffic violation results in fatality in Arizona car accident
Each Arizona driver is responsible for following the rules of the road, even the seemingly minor ones, such as coming to a complete stop at a red light. Failure to follow these rules can result in serious, even fatal, accidents, such as an incident that recently took...
Chain-reaction crash kills 1, injures 2 in Arizona
When vehicles break down in the lanes of traffic, drivers may try their best to move their vehicles to a safe location and notify others of their presence by turning on hazard lights. Even if a person is able to move onto the shoulder or into the center lane, there is...
Safe driving during the summer can save lives
During the summer months, more people will be on the roads traveling for vacation and other seasonal activities. With a higher number of people on the road, the chance for motor vehicle accidents could be higher as well. With a commitment to safe driving and smarter...
Improving pedestrian safety while walking at night
Visibility remains a common concern for many pedestrians and such issues may only intensify when walking during nighttime hours. During this time of day, safety risks for pedestrians may be ever-present and finding ways to reduce the risks involved could prove vital...
Deadly accident leads to criminal charges
When drivers act reckless or make negligent decisions while driving, they can cause serious damage to others. The potential impact that these decisions can have was seen in the aftermath of a recent accident in Arizona. The collision involved an SUV that was carrying...
Reckless driving and impairment suspected in fatal crash
Reckless driving behaviors can take on various forms, each of which could disrupt one’s ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. While driving impaired could prove dangerous enough as is, those who exhibit such negligence may also be more likely to exhibit...
Phone use has changed driving in America
Most Arizona drivers have access to smartphones, and they may also have access to vehicles that come with standard infotainment systems. There are more things than ever that could take a driver’s attention from the task at hand, but phones are the most common reason...