Much of the press around the development of autonomous vehicles has focused on small consumer cars. People wonder what it would be like to simply get in the car and ride to work without having to drive, opening up time to eat breakfast or even get an early start on...
New report shows no significant change in large truck crash data
Truck crashes are serious, because the weight and size of those vehicles make it much more likely that people will get hurt. It’s important for those drivers to be particularly cautious when they’re on the roads and to have the appropriate training to understand how...
Hydroplaning: Know what to do to avoid a crash
Hinesville often has car crashes, but having multiple crashes will always be shocking. Take, for example, the weekend of Nov. 29, when three different crashes resulted in police heading into the local area. The Hinesville Police Department had to respond to three...
Common causes of truck accidents
Sharing the road with commercial trucks is easier said than done. Not only are these vehicles large, but truck drivers don’t always obey the rules of the road. This can be a recipe for disaster. Understanding the most common causes of truck accidents can help you...
Stay visible to trucks to reduce the risks of a crash
While Hinesville is a safe town, like anywhere, you know which spots to avoid to stay out of trouble. What about when you are driving? Do you know what to avoid? One of the most dangerous places to be on any highway is close to a big truck. They have the potential to...
5 ways to stay safe when sharing the road with trucks
As a driver, you naturally want to keep your distance from trucks on the road. If you are involved in a truck accident, you will almost certainly come off worse, potentially suffering serious or even fatal injuries due to the sheer size and power of trucks. While many...