North Texas Drivers Stopped at Controversial Roadblock: Saliva, Blood Tested on Site
Recently, some drivers along a busy Fort Worth street on Friday were stopped at a police roadblock, and were directed into a parking lot, and were asked by federal contractors for samples of their breath, saliva, and even blood. Though the stops remained relatively controversial, they functioned as part of a government research study aimed […]
Preparing for Daily Driving
My preparation task list: Fix my hair Brush my teeth Double check the daily outfit Try to find matching socks or shoes Grab phone and wallet Lock the door on the way out Okay, I know these things might be a bit superficial in the appearance category. But, can you honestly tell me you don’t […]
U.S. states rate for texting and driving fines
Fines for Texting and Driving Though fatal car crash rates seem to be on the decline, texting and driving ultimately remains a national health issue. However, fatal car crashes as a result of cell phone use (texting, talking, or even reaching for your phone) are indefinitely increasing. This is supported by the fact that the […]
Common Ways of Failing a Driving Test
Did you know that, on average, everyone will fail the driving test at least once? It’s probably not surprising if you’ve taken one before. However, if you’ve still yet to take a driving test, here’s an idea to what usually causes people to fail. Inability to Control the Vehicle This includes the inability to stay […]
Hands Free Devices Still Pose a Threat to Drivers
Though some drivers opt to use “hands free” or “Bluetooth” technologies for safety reasons, there are some sobering findings regarding their actual safety. In a recent AAA-commissioned study by a University of Utah research team, they found that a majority of these devices may be doing more harm than good. The proliferation of hands-free technology […]
