Click It or Risk It: Why Seat Belts Are Non-Negotiable in 2025 Seat belts are a cornerstone of vehicle safety, slashing the odds of severe injury or death in crashes. Yet, despite decades of campaigns and laws, compliance isn’t universal. With fresh data underscoring their life-saving power, buckling up remains more critical than ever. The Numbers Don’t Lie: Seat Belts … Continue reading “Click it or Risk it! Why seatbelts matter more than ever.”
How to Safely Share the Highway with Trucks Sharing the road with large trucks requires awareness, patience, and respect for their unique challenges. Trucks significantly outweigh and outsize passenger vehicles, making them slower to stop, harder to maneuver, and prone to massive blind spots. To safely and smoothly coexist with trucks on highways, follow these practical tips: Know … Continue reading “How to Safely Share the Highway with Trucks”
The AI Revolution in Traffic Safety: A Glimpse into Tomorrow’s Roads Introduction: Why Does AI Matter for Road Safety? Each year, around 1.3 million people lose their lives in traffic accidents (WHO), and countless more are injured. Even with better cars and roads, human mistakes remain a big challenge. Enter Artificial Intelligence (AI)—an innovation helping us spot risk … Continue reading “How AI may impact Traffic Safety in the Future”
The Effect of Weather on Traffic Safety Weather conditions significantly impact road safety, accounting for over 1.2 million weather-related crashes annually. Learn how different weather patterns affect traffic and discover practical strategies to stay safe in challenging conditions. 21% of all vehicle crashes are weather-related 70% of weather-related crashes occur on wet pavement 46% longer stopping distance is needed in … Continue reading “Weather has a Big Impact on Traffic Safety”
Lead Foot Syndrome: Why We Can’t Resist the Speeding Urge Have you ever wondered why you—or that driver weaving dangerously through traffic—keep pushing the gas despite knowing the risks? Speeding is more than a bad habit; it’s a curious psychological challenge. Each year, it contributes to over 12,000 deaths in the U.S. alone, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety … Continue reading “Leadfoot Syndrome – do you have it?”
Understanding Driver’s License Age Requirements Across the United States Obtaining a driver’s license is a rite of passage for many young Americans, symbolizing independence and responsibility. However, the age at which someone can begin driving—and eventually earn an unrestricted license—varies across the United States, primarily due to differing state laws and Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) programs. These programs phase … Continue reading “Drivers License Age Requirements by State”
E-Scooters & E-Bikes: Revolutionizing Urban Mobility & Safety Electric scooters and bikes have sparked a micro-mobility revolution, transforming how we navigate cities and impacting Traffic Safety. These nimble, battery-powered devices offer a fast, eco-friendly alternative to cars and buses, promising to ease traffic and cut emissions. But alongside this surge in popularity come pressing safety challenges for riders, … Continue reading “E-Scooters & E-Bikes: Revolutionizing Urban Mobility & Traffic Safety”
Vehicle Color & Safety: Separating Fact from Fiction For years, we’ve heard claims about “safe” car colors—white is best, black is risky, red gets more tickets. But what does science actually tell us? This evidence-based guide explores how vehicle color affects visibility, crash risk, and what matters more than paint choice when it comes to road safety. … Continue reading “Vehicle Color: Does it matter when it comes to safety?”
Guide to Closing a Lane with Traffic Cones in Compliance with MUTCD A detailed roadmap to safely and legally managing temporary traffic control using traffic cones, aligned with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Managing traffic during roadwork, emergencies, or maintenance is vital to ensure the safety of both workers and drivers. The Manual on … Continue reading “Guide to Proper Lane Closure, according to MUTCD”
Drive Smart: Navigating Construction Zones Safely Construction zones seem to pop up everywhere—from patching potholes to widening highways or rebuilding bridges. These projects are designed to keep our roads efficient and safe in the long run. However, the presence of orange cones, temporary barriers, and heavy machinery also creates a high-risk environment for both workers and motorists. According … Continue reading “Navigate Construction Zones Safely”
Navigating the Road: A Driver’s Guide to Emergency Vehicle Safety Brought to you by Traffic Safety Store – Your Partner in Road Safety Imagine you’re cruising along, music playing softly, when suddenly, flashing lights appear in your rearview mirror, and a siren cuts through the air. Whether it’s an ambulance rushing to a heart attack victim or … Continue reading “Learn How to Properly Yield to Emergency Vehicles”
How to Safely Report an Accident on the Road or Highway Accidents can happen at any moment—even to the most careful drivers. Knowing how to report an accident the right way is not only a legal obligation in many places, but it can also be the difference between a swift resolution and a prolonged ordeal. The following … Continue reading “How to Safely Report an Accident on the Road or Highway”
Is It Time to Refresh Your Traffic Cones or Drums? Ensure maximum safety and compliance by keeping your traffic equipment in top condition. Why Visibility Matters Traffic cones and drums play a critical role in traffic management and worker safety. They are designed to alert drivers to hazards, guide vehicles through work zones, and protect workers … Continue reading “Is it Time to Upgrade Worn Out Cones or Drums?”
Understanding MASH Testing in the Traffic Safety Industry In the realm of transportation engineering and highway safety, roadside hardware plays a crucial role in reducing crash severity and protecting all road users. To ensure these devices effectively function in real-world conditions, they undergo rigorous crash testing under standardized guidelines. One of the most respected and widely implemented sets … Continue reading “Understanding MASH Testing”
Understanding Work-Zones and Work-Zone Safety A work-zone is a designated area where construction, maintenance, utility work, or other related activities are performed, particularly in or near roadways and public spaces. These zones are established to safely manage the presence of workers and equipment while minimizing disruptions to regular activities, such as vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Importance of Work-Zones … Continue reading “Understanding Work-Zones”