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Many Missouri drivers likely believe they are safer during an accident in a large car than they would be in one that is a bit smaller. The likely logic is that the more metal and plastic surrounding drivers and passengers of a vehicle, the more likely they will...
An impaired driver presents a significant risk to the safety of others. Missouri's drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists all face risks when someone cannot operate a vehicle safely. Now, many point to drunk driving's dangers, but they might not realize how hazardous...
The time change for the spring and summer means we lose an hour of sleep each night. This can throw your sleeping schedule off, which can lead to drowsy driving on Missouri roads. Since the evenings are longer and the mornings are darker, this can affect how you feel...
A properly functioning airbag is a great safety tool for Missouri drivers and their passengers when working along with a seat belt. But airbags can become dangerous when a defect causes a malfunction. The same holds for those that fail to deploy. The automaker or...
Thousands of cars hit the road every day in Missouri. Most people will make it safely to their destinations without incident. Unfortunately, a motor vehicle accident is always a possibility. Injuries from a collision depend on factors like speed, the size of the...
No one plans for a car accident to happen. They’re considered random, and the injuries from them can seem unpreventable sometimes. However, it’s a car manufacturer's job to plan for the worst-case scenario and create a safe car for Missouri consumers. Studies have...
Rear-end accidents are some of the most common accidents in the state of Missouri and throughout the United States. If you've been involved in one of these accidents, you might find yourself wondering who's at fault. Is the first driver at fault for stopping suddenly,...
As a general rule, anything that takes your focus away from the road can be considered a distraction. Distracted driving can significantly increase your risk of getting into an accident while traveling on Missouri roads or highways. Therefore, it may be in your best...
Drivers in Missouri face several dangers each time they get behind the wheel. With everything from distracted drivers to objects on the road, it is truly amazing that people make it to work and school safely each day. However, one of the most common dangers that...
In 2020, the number of vehicles on the road in Missouri dropped sharply compared to previous years. With fewer drivers on the road, it might seem safe to assume that fewer people have been pulled over for speeding. However, new research has shown that people are...