People in New York may enjoy taking a drive in sunny weather. However, the sun's glare can also create hazards for drivers, and these problems can be most severe during the sunrise and sunset hours of the day. One of the most common hazards during sunny conditions is...
Month: April 2018
Old-fashioned distractions still cause crashes
Distracted driving remains a major problem for drivers in New York and across the country. According to federal statistics, distractions cost at least 3,450 lives from 2016 auto accidents alone. With ever-increasing levels of technological integration and more drivers...
New York City law aims to promote worker safety
In 2017, there were nearly 700 injuries related to construction accidents in New York City according to the Department of Buildings. Furthermore, there were 12 worker deaths in 645 accidents reported during that year throughout the city. Local Law 196 was signed into...
Self-driving cars learning unsafe habits from human drivers
Many New York drivers have safety concerns about sharing the roads with self-driving vehicles. Among the safety risks involved in programming driverless vehicles is the fact that self-driving cars are learning dangerous driving habits from the humans who program...
3 essential tips for riding your bike in Brooklyn
Riding a bike in Brooklyn is not easy. With traffic and pedestrians everywhere, it can be intimidating to take your bicycle out for a spin. However, biking comes with many benefits. It is convenient, healthy and good for the planet. So, how can you use cycling as a...