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    Why Are There So Many Car Accidents?

    By Zero2TurboSeptember 3, 2019Updated:September 11, 2019No Comments
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    Hearing about an automobile accident is nothing new to us. We often hear about it in the news, and we know at least one person if it’s not us, who’s been involved in a vehicular accident.

    The question that comes into mind is simply: why are there so many car accidents?

    In this article, we take a look at why the number of car accidents is high and why it helps to take proper precautions, like maintaining your car or having the best car accident attorney in Colorado Springs in your contacts.

    Distracted Driving

    Distracted driving is one of the most common factors that cause driving accidents in the country. In fact, according to the CDC, 391,000 of all motor vehicle injuries are distracted driving injuries, in 2015 alone.

    To make matters worse, almost ten percent of all motor vehicle deaths in the same year was because of distracted driving.

    There are three types of distractions when driving a vehicle: visual, manual, and cognitive. By having your attention taken away from you when you drive, you run the risk of getting into a car crash. Texting, being intoxicated, or any form of distractions should be avoided when operating a moving vehicle.

    You’re more susceptible to getting into an accident when you’re doing something else apart from driving your vehicle.

    Drunk Driving

    Driving under the influence of alcohol is extremely dangerous because it affects a person’s inhibitions. Alcohol slows down response time, and the inability to concentrate on driving can prove fatal.

    Drivers who are under the influence of alcohol won’t be able to brake as fast or avoid collisions than a sober driver. This loss of focus can result in accidents. The inability to concentrate on the road also means that the drunk driver is also a threat to other motorists and people on the road.

    Speeding While Driving

    There are many legal limits imposed on speeding. This is due to the increased danger that a driver and other motorists are in when even one vehicle is speeding on the road. One of the main concerns about speeding is the fact that it requires a higher thinking and braking distance to slow down when an obstacle gets in the way of a speeding vehicle.

    The driver of a speeding vehicle is more likely to lose control of a car at higher speeds than at speeds set by road regulations. Some collisions can even be available at “regular speeds.”

    Another consideration that drivers have to keep in mind is the fact that every small increase in speed increases both thinking and braking distance.

    Reckless Driving

    A driver that expresses no regard for other motorists on the road is characteristic of someone who’s driving recklessly. This type of driving behavior is shown by quick lane changes without taking into consideration that there are other motorists as well, and aggressive behavior such as tailgating and blatant disregard for road rules.

    Usually, a reckless driver can either be intoxicated or just merely impatient to get to their destination. Reckless driving is something that can be avoided by being mindful of other people who are also on the road.

    Environmental Conditions

    The environment can cause many issues to arise, which can cause accidents. Fog and snow can cause limited visibility. Rain can affect the surface conditions of the road, which causes vehicles to have limited traction compared to drier conditions. These conditions cannot be avoided, and it pays to be a safe driver.

    What To Do In An Accident?

    If you do find yourself in an accident, it’s essential that the authorities are contacted and that you do your best to record what’s going whether it be by photographs or by notes. Exchange information with the other party or parties, too. Planning your next steps in a car accident is part of being a responsible motorist.

    You’ll need to contact your insurance provider. In the case that you’re injured, contacting your injury attorney is also a crucial step. You can find out more about this on this website.

    Conclusion

    It pays to be obedient to established traffic laws because they’re there to maintain order and discipline. More importantly, these rules exist to protect motorists from possible injury or fatalities that may occur due to improper driving.

    As always, drive carefully and practice defensive driving. Being responsible when driving on the road could mean your life and the life of others.

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