NHTSA car safety rating system needs updating, says report
Nevada residents may be aware that new vehicles come with a crash test safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. This 5-star rating system was developed…
Read MoreSleep apnea a cause of concern for many truckers
Long-haul truck drivers in Nevada should be aware that 35% of truckers suffer from sleep apnea. The most common form of this disorder is obstructive sleep apnea where…
Read MoreCVSA plans International Roadcheck for May 5 to 7
From May 5 to 7, 2020, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance will be holding its annual International Roadcheck, so CMV drivers in Nevada should take note. During this…
Read MoreAgency to study truck collisions
A collision with a large truck on a Nevada highway can be a frightening prospect. Because these vehicles are so large and heavy, a truck accident can be…
Read MoreWays that CMV drivers can avoid fatigue
According to the FMCSA’s Large Truck Crash Causation Study, 13% of commercial motor vehicle drivers were found to be fatigued at the time of their accidents. Fatigue can…
Read MoreRed-light cameras save lives, also raise concerns for the public
Every year, red-light running crashes take the lives of hundreds of people, the majority of them being pedestrians, bicyclists and occupants of vehicles other than the offender’s. Nevada…
Read MorePedestrian dies in Reno hit and run
Pedestrians are at risk in Reno and throughout Nevada even when they walk in crosswalks and follow all the basic rules for safety. Drivers are becoming increasingly reckless…
Read MoreThree injured in alleged DUI auto accident
The roads in Nevada can be treacherous for many reasons. While recklessness, distraction, speeding and negligence are some of the most common reasons for an auto accident, drunk…
Read MoreSafety advancements could lead to being a distracted driver
Distracted driving is a continuing problem in Nevada and across the nation. While most will equate being distracted behind the wheel to the overwhelming use of cellphones, there…
Read MoreReport shows drunk driving accidents still a roadway hazard
Drunk drivers are a danger on the road in Nevada and across the United States. People who get behind the wheel under the influence of alcohol or…
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