Snow, ice and rain all affect drivers in Indiana, but some drivers don’t take the time to think about how their vehicle will respond in those conditions. One thing that they may not realize is that the tires on the vehicle play a primary role in how a vehicle can...
Drivers typically know that they can’t let distractions overtake them while they’re behind the wheel. Distractions can come in various forms, but they encompass anything that causes the driver to do other things than drive. Some drivers think that they’re able to...
You may have seen advertisements for defensive driving courses or read recommendations that everyone should drive defensively. Yet, you may have little idea what it means. Defensive driving is about lessening the chance you have a crash. It is something you can start...
When you compare the driving experience on rural and urban streets, the rural roads often feel much more simplistic. There are long stretches of straight pavement, fewer intersections and less traffic overall. This often makes drivers feel like they are safer in a...
Drowsy driving often goes under the radar, but many studies show that it is just as dangerous as drunk driving. Operating a vehicle requires a lot of concentration, and it involves making split-second decisions throughout the journey. Drowsy drivers simply aren’t...
When someone is driving recklessly or negligently, they may cause a car accident. In both cases, they may be responsible for that accident and liable for the costs stemming from it. If someone in another vehicle gets injured, for instance, the at-fault driver may have...
Car accident and injury claims in at-fault states are often complex by their nature – insurers want to minimize payouts, and victims want fair injury compensation. Expect even more legal challenges if the responsible party perishes in the crash. Who will pay for your...
Indiana has a number of major interstate highways. This is where drivers are most likely to share the road with large commercial trucks. Responsible drivers are cautious around these massive vehicles because they know the very real risks of a fatal crash. They also...
It is no secret that intersections are dangerous. In fact, the majority of serious accidents take place at intersections. If you’re just looking at the statistical odds regarding where you’ll be involved in a car accident, that is where you face the greatest danger....
Police departments certainly crack down on speeding drivers. They will often send units out specifically to look for people who are breaking the speed limit, pulling those drivers over and giving them speeding tickets. There is a financial incentive for the department...